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Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-time on-site supervision and management of roads and transportation construction projects.
• Ensuring compliance with project specifications, design drawings, and applicable standards.
• Monitoring construction progress, quality control, and ensuring adherence to project timelines.
• Conducting regular site inspections and issuing site instructions as necessary.
• Coordinating closely with contractors, consultants, clients, and stakeholders.
• Preparation and management of daily, weekly, and monthly site reports according to North West Public Works standards.
• Managing construction documentation and maintaining accurate records of site activities in alignment with government auditing requirements.
• Ensuring health, safety, and environmental compliance on site.
• Managing contractual claims, variations, and certification of contractor payments.
• Facilitating effective communication between the site team, design office, and clients.
• Ensuring adherence to government procurement processes and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity and compliance with CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board) guidelines and tender management.

Minimum Requirements:

• B Eng, BSc (Eng), or B-Tech in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience as a Resident Engineer or similar role specifically in roads and transportation projects.
• Strong technical knowledge in roads construction methods, materials, and standards.
• Proven capability in contract administration and management of contractors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective client and stakeholder management.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, capable of prioritising tasks effectively.
• Ability to proactively identify and resolve on-site technical and construction issues.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Advantageous Competencies:

• Experience working directly with government and private sector clients.
• Additional certification or qualification in construction management or project management.
• Proficiency with relevant construction and project management software.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing large site teams and complex road projects.
• Experience managing and reporting on budgets and expenditure according to government auditing standards.

We believe that a diverse workforce is a key to our business success.  We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience.  We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.