CHIEF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER – GRADE A is a South African government vacancy at North West Department of Public Works and Roads. This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Head Office – Mahikeng | closing date: 29 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
e-mail to: DPWRHORecruit5@nwpg.gov.za
Salary
R1 317 108 per annum, (OSD)
Requirements
- Qualifications and Experience: National Senior Certificate plus National Higher Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification in the built environment.
- Six (6) years post-qualification project management experience in construction required, preferably with experience in road construction.
- Professional registration with the South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as Professional Construction Project Manager is compulsory.
- A valid driver’s license, willing to travel extensively.
- Knowledge: Understanding of the following acts: The Public Finance Management Act, Construction Industry Development Board Act, Government Immovable Asset Management Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulations as well as Building Regulations and Environmental Conservation Act.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Government Procurement System.
- Good planning, financial and budget skills.
- Sound analytical and good written and verbal communication skills.
- Extensive understanding of the NEC, JBCC and GCC form of contract.
- Knowledge of programme and project management, project design and analysis, legal and operational compliance as well as the creation of a high-performance culture.
- Applicable legislation and prescripts in the Project Management field, Civil and Construction industries.
- Skills: Communication skills, problem-solving and analysis skills, Decision making and conflict management skills, Research and development, Strategic capability and leadership, financial management and computer skills, Negotiation skills.
- Programme and project management skills.
- Technical Report writing skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Duties
- Perform final review and approvals or audits on project designs according to design principles or theory.
- Co-ordinate design efforts and integration across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology.
- Maintain project operational effectiveness.
- Manage the execution of project management strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources.
- Set project standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability.
- Ensure the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the project environment/services.
- Ensure that construction projects are implemented in line with the NHBRC requirements and standards.
- Manage the operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organizational needs and objectives.
- Manage the commercial added value of the discipline-related programmes and projects.
- Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management.
- Allocate, monitor and control resources.
- Provide technical consulting services for the operation of project related matters to minimize possible project risks.
- Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.
Enquiries
Mr. S. Diko Tel No: (018) 388 1395
Notes
On the subject line of your E-mail, indicate the correct name of the post and the reference number also use the correct e-mail. All attachments for online submission must include the Z83 Form and Updated Curriculum Vitae Only be in PDF Format, also as One Document. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Compliance: Compliance: It is compulsory to fill all fields on the New Amended Z83 Form (81/971431) as prescribed with effect 01 January 2021, part of declaration must be signed, dated and initialed only on the first page. The Form is obtainable at any Public Service Departments and DPSA Website, www.dpsa.gov.za. Part A the applicant(s) must indicate the correct advertised Post name, Reference number and Centre. The Z83 Form must be accompanied by a recently updated Curriculum Vitae with full personal details, qualifications current and previous experience must be listed in date’s order, with relevant requirements of the post including three (3) names of contactable referees. Part B, C and D applicant must provide sufficient information relevant to the post applying for. Parts B, C and E fields for date of birth, work permit, business interest and preferred language, current study can be left blank if they don’t apply to you. Part E, F and G may not be fill if your CV already has the updated information. Applicant can skip experience section, but Part F is compulsory to be completed if you are seeking re-employment into the Public Service. Please note: It is a responsibility of a Person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidate(s) for post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview. NB: Senior Management Pre-entry Programme Certificate: No applicant shall be recommended for appointment without producing a Certificate of completion (Nyukela) as a mandatory requirement obtainable via this link: https://www.thensg.gov.za, offered by the National School of Government. Failure to submit the requested information will result not being considered. Applications received after the closing date will, as a rule not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Applicant(s) previous background/reference checks will be verified through contactable referees. Shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits, asset records, qualifications verification and vetting. Note: All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS Levels, shall undertake two (2) preentry assessments and one (1) will be a practical exercise including an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment, according to the mandated DPSA directive. The successful candidate will enter into an annual performance agreement. The candidate annually will be requested to disclose his/her financial interest. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment. Applicant requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. NB: Communication and Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not heard from us within six (6) months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. OTHER POSTS
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
SALARY : R1 317 108 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Head Office – Mahikeng
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications and Experience: National Senior Certificate plus National Higher Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification in
the built environment. Six (6) years post-qualification project management experience in construction required, preferably with experience in road
construction. Professional registration with the South African Council for
Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as
Professional Construction Project Manager is compulsory. A valid driver’s license, willing to travel extensively. Knowledge: Understanding of the following
acts: The Public Finance Management Act, Construction Industry Development
Board Act, Government Immovable Asset Management Act, Occupational
Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulations as well as Building
Regulations and Environmental Conservation Act. Knowledge and understanding of the Government Procurement System. Good planning,
financial and budget skills. Sound analytical and good written and verbal communication skills. Extensive understanding of the NEC, JBCC and GCC
form of contract. Knowledge of programme and project management, project design and analysis, legal and operational compliance as well as the creation
of a high-performance culture. Applicable legislation and prescripts in the
Project Management field, Civil and Construction industries. Skills:
Communication skills, problem-solving and analysis skills, Decision making and conflict management skills, Research and development, Strategic
capability and leadership, financial management and computer skills,
Negotiation skills. Programme and project management skills. Technical
Report writing skills. Ability to work under pressure.
DUTIES : Perform final review and approvals or audits on project designs according to design principles or theory. Co-ordinate design efforts and integration across
disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology. Maintain project operational effectiveness. Manage the execution of project
management strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources. Set project standards, specifications and service levels
according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability. Ensure the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF
objectives within the project environment/services. Ensure that construction projects are implemented in line with the NHBRC requirements and standards.
Manage the operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organizational needs and objectives. Manage
the commercial added value of the discipline-related programmes and projects.
Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management. Allocate, monitor and control resources. Provide
technical consulting services for the operation of project related matters to minimize possible project risks. Manage subordinates’ key performance areas
by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S. Diko Tel No: (018) 388 1395
APPLICATIONS : e-mail to: DPWRHORecruit5@nwpg.gov.za
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.



