Introduction
Bantubani Group a leading company specialising in Routine Road Maintenance (RRM) and Road Construction, invites suitably qualified and experienced Contract Managers to submit their applications for inclusion in our database for current and future high value infrastructure projects across South Africa. Successful candidates will be considered for appointment should Bantubani Group successfully acquire any relevant works.
Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Managing the execution of Routine Road Maintenance (RRM) contracts in accordance with contractual requirements. Providing overall leadership and management of project teams, subcontractors, and site personnel.
- Ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Managing project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and performance monitoring.
- Administering contracts in accordance with SANRAL specifications, GCC, COTO/COLTO, and other applicable contract conditions. Monitoring project costs, budgets, cash flow, and financial performance.
- Preparing and reviewing monthly payment certificates, progress reports, and contractual documentation. Managing client relationships and serving as the primary liaison with SANRAL, Engineers, Consultants, and other stakeholders.
- Identifying, assessing, and managing contractual, operational, financial, and project risks. Managing subcontractors and ensuring contractual compliance.
- Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Environmental requirements, and Company policies. Leading project meetings, technical reviews, and progress meetings.
- Driving continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and quality assurance throughout the contract. Mentoring and developing Site Agents and other project personnel.
- Performing any additional contract management duties as required.
Minimum Requirements Applicants must possess the following:
- BEng, BSc Engineering or BTech in Civil Engineering (NQF Level 7) or a higher qualification.
- Active professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng), or registration with SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Manager (Pr CM) or Professional Construction Project Manager (Pr CPM).
- A minimum of 5–10 years' experience managing SANRAL Road Construction and/or Routine Road Maintenance (RRM) projects. Proven experience in contract administration, project management, and cost control. Strong knowledge of SANRAL specifications, GCC, COTO/COLTO contract documentation, and road maintenance practices.
- Experience in preparing payment certificates, managing budgets, and administering construction contracts. Demonstrated leadership and workforce management experience.
- Valid South African driver's licence. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Microsoft Project (advantageous).
- Willingness to travel extensively and work on project sites across South Africa.
Important Notice
Bantubani Group appoints on a project basis. Roles are linked to specific client contracts and are filled as those contracts are confirmed, so engagement is contingent by nature: neither continuous work nor permanent employment is offered or implied. Appointment to any project depends on the contract proceeding, the requirements of that project, and operational needs at the time. Suitable candidates are registered on our professional register and approached when a relevant project proceeds. Applications are retained for 24 months.
Queries, including requests to be removed from the register, may be directed to [email protected] Bantubani Group applies its Employment Equity Plan and operational requirements in making appointments. We contact every applicant whose information we retain.
Pay: R15 171,52 - R72 991,18 per month
Work Location: In person
