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GIBB is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm based in South Africa with 67% Black ownership. The firm has a strong African orientation with a wide geographical footprint on the continent. The firm has been operating since 1956 and has proven capabilities in deliverin… read moreg world-class projects of any magnitude. GIBB prides itself on delivering high quality projects underpinned by an independently certified ISO 9001 quality system since 1999. GIBB recognises and appreciates the potential offered by the African continent. Accordingly, GIBB has, over the years, developed an in-depth understanding of the challenges of developing infrastructure in Africa. This has contributed to the firm’s position as the partner of choice for the private sector, state owned enterprises (SOEs) and governments who seek knowledgeable people, with proven experience and the expertise to respond to the numerous infrastructure demands and needs of the continent. Our Experience GIBB has executed various and complex projects across various sectors and engineering disciplines across many African countries. The firm remains committed to achieving excellence in every project, and is proud to be the firm of choice for the continent’s greatest engineers, who are leading experts in their fields. GIBB’s technical expertise is enhanced through our relationships with various global partners. GIBB is conscious of the environment in which it operates in and continuously seeks ways to offer sustainable solutions on its projects. The winning combination of top-talent, in-depth industry knowledge, well-earned reputation for excellence and commitment to timeous, within budget delivery ensures that the client is guaranteed ultimate success of every project. Woodmead North Office Park 54 Maxwell Drive Woodmead 2191
Key Performance Areas
Overall direction of and administration of the construction contract and site staff in accordance with the requirements of the respective contracts.
Management of the construction package in accordance with GCC2015
Communicate the Engineer’s instructions to the Contractor
Receive and check for compliance with contract requirements, all performance bonds, insurance certificates and policies and guarantees.
Liase with local communities and land owners and confirm compensation payments in conjunction with the employer where required.
Assist with obtaining required permits and related documentation necessary for the construction works.
Coordinate compliance of Contracts with the team of Contract Participation Goal facilitators etc.
Monitors the Contractor’s progress of projects on site and keeps in contact with the Senior RE
Refers significant queries on design or engineering matters to the Design Engineer together with approval of materials and alternative design proposals as required
Ensures that design specifications or other problems that may have relevance to future designs are brought to the attention of the design Engineer
Verifies that the Contractor and his/her staff understand the obligations under the OHSA
Assists with Environmental Management of the Contractor’s work
Liaises with the relevant service providers to co-ordinate the alteration or relocation of their services
Liaise with Health and Safety Agent, Social and Gender Specialist and Social and Environmental Specialists with regard to social, gender, environmental, health and safety plans, monitoring and reporting requirements
Reviews and Approves monthly Payment Certificates.
Agrees measurement of quantities with the Contractor
Identify implementation/completion risks, program budget risks and developing risk management tools to avoid,mitigate and manage such risks.
Review and evaluate claims and variations received from the contractor in conjunction with the Senior Resident Engineer
Maintain a daily site diary for the contract
Ensure consistent management of social and technical concerns
Regularly reviews outputs from Assistant Resident Engineer to ensure accurate capturing / recording of relevant contractual information
Monitors progress as per approved construction programme and negotiates rectification of delays and work not scheduled
Maintains a costing system to monitor costs to date and the project final contract value
Prepares Variation Orders for approval by the Employers Agent and Employer
Assist the Engineer with the preparation of a list of outstanding works for the progression to Completion Certificate and issue to all concerned
Arranges the completion of “as built” drawings and Construction Report
Examine and measure excavations, consent to work being covered up and instruct the Contractor to uncover work and search for defects.
Require the Contractor to repair and make good any damage or physical loss.
Approval of practical and final completion certificates.
Collate the submission of all reports, including the inception report and all subsequent progress reports, practical completion reports and final handovers and close out reports
Requests Accident Reports
Requests quotations for material
Instructs the Contractor to have a qualified Site Agent to assist in or make measurements, and to furnish particulars
Request and record facts and circumstances relevant to a claim
Witnesses all factual circumstances which have bearing on claims for extension of time
Manage all on site quality and administration requirements
Job Requirements
Qualification:
Tertiary qualification (BScEng or equivalent)
Professionally registered with ECSA as a PrEng
Professionally registered with SACPCMP as a PrCPM an advantage
Experience:
10 – 15+ years’ experience on major civil construction projects
Experience managing large multi-disciplinary projects
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