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Professional Construction Project Manager Grade A-C: Social Housing and CRU

Department of Human Settlements (KwaZulu-Natal)

Province:

KwaZulu-Natal

Salary:

R914 517 - R1 376 199 per annum

Closing Date: 

November 18, 2026

DPSA Vacancy Circular:

39 of 2026

258

Find the original in the DPSA circular:

Duties 

Manage and co-ordinate all aspects of projects in terms of:- Guide the project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation in line with project management methodology; Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements; Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities; Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope; and Effectively apply methodology and enforce project standards to minimize risk on projects. Project accounting and financial management in terms of: Report project progress to the Chief Construction Project Manager, and Manage the projects' budgets and resources. Office Administration in terms of: Provide inputs to other professionals with tender/procurement administration; Liaise and interact with service providers, clients and management; Contribute to human resources and related activities; Maintain the record management system and the architectural library; and Utilize resources allocated effectively. Research and Development in terms of: Keep up with new technologies and procedures: Research/ literature on new developments on project management methodologies: and Liaise with relevant bodies/ councils on project management.

Key Requirements 

Grade 12 or equivalent certificate. National Higher Diploma (Built Environment field) with a minimum of 4 years and six months certified experience as a Professional Construction Project Manager, OR a BTech (Built Environment field) with a minimum of 4 years certified managerial experience, OR an Honours degree in any Built Environment field with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Compulsory registration with the SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager on appointment. A valid driver's license. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Human Settlement policies and legislation, programme management skills, project management principles and methodologies, knowledge of research and development, computer aided engineering applications, knowledge of legal compliance with building industry norms and standards, technical report writing, creating a high-performance culture, technical consulting and professional judgement. Decision making skills. Team leadership skills. Analytical skills. Creativity skills. Self-management skills. Project-related financial management skills. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication skills. Computer literacy. Planning and organising skills. Conflict management skills. Problem solving and analysis. People management skills. Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Municipal Finance Management Act, Supply Chain Management Regulations and procurement processes. Knowledge of Contract Management and Contract Administration.

WHERE TO APPLY
Applications must be posted to: The Head of Department, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements, Private Bag X54367, Durban, 4000 or hand delivered to: The Acting Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Department of Human Settlements, Ground Floor, Murchison Passage, 353-363 Dr Pixley ka Seme Street, Durban, 4001.
For attention: Mr. TW Khalishwayo

WHAT TO SEND
• The new Z83 form (2021 version), fully completed and signed
• A detailed, up-to-date CV
• Certified copies only if you are shortlisted

GOOD TO KNOW
• Quote the reference number: PCPM CRU 09/2026
• Shortlisted candidates do a practical and an integrity assessment
• Late applications are not accepted
• No response within three (3) months means you were unsuccessful

Full instructions: DPSA Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, page 258.

Enquiries 

Mr. TE Magagula Tel No: (031) 336 5245

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