HOSD125-2026 DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PROJECT MANAGEMENT at City of Tshwane

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jul, 26

Salary

1617703.0

Posted On

18 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project management, Contract management, Financial management, Procurement, Infrastructure planning, Strategic planning, Budgeting, Risk management, Quality assurance, Stakeholder management, Analytical thinking, Communication skills, Leadership, Reporting, Compliance management, Technical support

Industry

Government Administration

Description

DEPARTMENT: HUMAN SETTLEMENTS Division: Human Settlements Provision Section: Project Implementation Location: Pretoria Central Reference number HOSD125-2026 Position DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PROJECT MANAGEMENT To be advertised Internal External This position seeks to attract African female African male Coloured female Coloured male Indian female Indian male White female White male Person with disability All categories Job level T17 Scale R819 048,00 – R1 137 540,00 per annum Estimated remuneration package R1 212 322,00 – R1 617 703,00 per annum Job purpose To provide technical and operational expertise in project planning, procurement, contract management and execution for human settlements infrastructure projects Appointment requirements An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (national diploma or degree) in Civil or Structural Engineering, Construction or any other study field related to the position Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) or the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) will be an added advantage At least eight years’ relevant working experience in a project management environment Managerial experience will be an added advantage A valid Code B driving licence Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost Personal attributes and/or competencies Being ethical; good communication skills; good interpersonal relations; ability to work as part of a team; ability to pay attention to detail; ability to be professional at all times; ability to work independently at strategic level; having integrity; ability to work under pressure; flexibility; ability to meet given deadlines; exceptional and dynamic creativity to improve the functioning of the section; administrative skills; organising and coordination skills; financial management skills; project management skills; analytical thinking skills; presentation skills Primary functions Provide technical support to directors, the Divisional Head: Human Settlements Provision and assurance to operations Coordinate and analyse information to support informed decision-making on project progress, expenditure and reporting Compile and submit reports to committees, Council, executive management and external stakeholders, as well as prepare responses to audit queries Oversee the administration of payment certificates, contributing to financial accountability and compliance across the organisation Be responsible for conceptualisation, design management, team structure, scope statement, business requirements, project plans, procurement, contract management, quality assurance and compliance and ensure proper integration to the plans of the City Execute generic management functions Conduct contract management and financial planning Prepare the Integrated Development Plan, budget, Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan and business plans for reporting purposes to internal and external stakeholders Prepare the capital and operational budget Support the Human Settlements Department in obtaining funding for new development projects Manage and ensure strategic support services Ensure overall project quality management and product quality management Ensure risk management, risk response and risk monitoring and control Identify professional and technical skill gaps and complete developmental plans for existing personnel with clearly defined career paths and job-enrichment opportunities Ensure a conducive climate to promote and sustain motivational levels, productivity and performance by directing and controlling outcomes associated with the use of personnel within the section Define and adjust the key indicators and job descriptions of personnel against service delivery requirements Manage the signing of performance agreements by project managers Implement human resources policies and procedures Review the ownership structures of new projects as proposed by the department Respond to enquiries from community members, Chapter 9 institutions and the media regarding human settlements issues Conduct stakeholder management Manage the assets within the section Ensure full implementation of the Asset Management Policy by ensuring the capitalisation of assets under construction SAP S70031701* New/natural attrition WPC approved Enquiries Michelle Hendricks (012 358 4971)

Responsibilities

The Deputy Director will provide technical and operational expertise in project planning, procurement, and contract management for human settlements infrastructure. They are responsible for overseeing project execution, financial accountability, and ensuring compliance with organizational and legislative standards.