Vacancy: Technical Construction Manager (TCM)
Location: Site-Based
Type: Permanent
Apply: marizel@alos.co.za / chanev@alos.co.za
Our client, a leading engineering and construction company specializing in electrical infrastructure projects, is seeking an experienced Technical Construction Manager to oversee high-voltage electrical construction activities across substations, transmission lines, distribution networks, and rail electrification projects.
Minimum Requirements:
* N6 Electrical Certificate or higher.
* Qualified Electrician with Trade Test (Red Seal).
* Minimum 7 years’ experience in HV electrical infrastructure construction.
* Experience with:
• Distribution & Transmission Substations
• Overhead Power Lines
• OHTE / Rail Electrification
* Experience managing labour, subcontractors, plant, and materials.
* Strong SHEQ and quality management experience.
Advantageous:
* Eskom Authorizations.
* Rail electrification experience.
* HV transmission and substation project experience.
* Incident Investigation, HIRA, and Legal Liability training.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage day-to-day site construction activities.
* Coordinate labour, subcontractors, plant, and materials.
* Ensure compliance with specifications, drawings, and quality standards.
* Monitor progress, productivity, and project performance.
* Resolve technical site issues and construction challenges.
* Maintain SHEQ and ISO compliance.
* Support commissioning and project handover activities.
* Provide progress reporting and stakeholder feedback.
Knowledge Required:
* HV substations, transmission lines, and electrical infrastructure.
* Construction methodologies and site operations.
* OHS Act and Construction Regulations.
* MS Office, MS Project, Candy, and BuildSmart.
Competencies:
* Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
* Technical problem-solving ability.
* Planning and coordination skills.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.