Overview
E T Consultant Jobs in Randburg, South Africa at World Bank Group
Location: Randburg
Job title: E T Consultant
Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline: April 27, 2025
Duties and Accountabilities
Delivers the work program under the direction of the Senior Project Manager and as required, by the Manager.
Responsible for providing technical support towards the design and construction of the World Bank Office Premises including but not limited to active new office development projects in Kinshasa / Abidjan as well as monitoring other World Bank construction works as assigned. The technical support includes support to project and contract management, as well as monitoring of construction works on site. The incumbent collaborates closely with the different stakeholders and provides local knowledge and expertise to help meet the needs of the project.
Develops project program with the client.
Resolves scope of required resources and mobilizes them from within / outside the Bank.
Supports technical interaction with the internal real estate group lease or purchase formation and negotiations.
Conducts review of terms and conditions of lease proposals and assists in formulating strategy for lease transactions.
Sets the project budget and schedule, and leads the planning, design, and construction process, coordinating inputs from Bank units and outside firms on all aspects of the project from inception through final completion.
Coordinates and directs all implementation activities and resources. Analyzes needs, identifies potential issues, and develops optimal solutions considering user requirements, technical constraints, resource availability, Bank policies, standards, and guidelines.
Supports the selection of design & supervision consultants, contractors, and specialty consultants for projects.
Manages the preparation of construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
Manages the preparations of project presentations to staff, Senior Management, and governance oversight teams.
Monitors the project budget and schedule and takes appropriate corrective action when needed to adhere to the pre-established budget and schedule.
Assures the final completion and timely occupancy of projects in a cost-effective manner.
Prepares for requisitions and approves invoices submitted by vendors / contacts and prepares the required documentation for payments.
Prepares timely project reporting for clients and SR management.
Manages accurate projects documents filing.
Oversees and monitors post-occupancy activities.
Selection Criteria
A master’s degree, preferably MA / MS or M. Eng. (Architecture, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering) with five years of relevant experience or a bachelor’s degree in combination with 10 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the master’s degree.
Demonstrated Project Management experience. A PMP, PRINCE2 or similar certification would be an advantage.
Detailed knowledge of building design and construction with a thorough understanding of architectural design concepts, building systems and equipment as applied to large comprehensive construction and renovation projects, sustainability principles. Basic knowledge of institutional interior design theory and practices.
Experience with the procurement of goods, works and services.
Relevant international experience in developing countries. Experience working on projects in Africa would be an advantage.
Relevant experience working for an international organization would be an advantage.
Proficiency in written and oral English is required. Proficiency of French will be an added advantage for Kinshasa / Abidjan.
Robust negotiation skills, including working experience planning and preparing negotiations, setting clear objectives and strategy to achieve them.
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Title: E T Consultant
Company: World Bank Group
Location: Randburg, South Africa
Category: Management (Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager)
