Construction Project Management Graduate Internship (3 Years)

About the role

Rand Water, together with Govan Mbeki Local Municipality, invites suitably qualified and unemployed graduates to join a three-year fixed-term graduate internship programme in Construction Project Management. The National Treasury's Graduate Internship Programme gives graduates hands-on work experience in infrastructure disciplines. The programme is open to South African citizens under 35, and appointments follow Employment Equity objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Complete a 36-month fixed-term training programme in construction project management.
• Demonstrate all proficiencies required by the relevant statutory councils (ECSA, SAGC, SACNASP, SACPLAN, SACPCMP, SACQSP).
• Apply knowledge of the field of study and communicate well at all levels.
• Plan and organise workloads effectively to enhance performance.

Required profile

• BSc in Construction Management Studies (Honours/Masters) at NQF Level 8, from an accredited university.
• Academic record aligned with the requirements for professional registration with the relevant statutory councils.
• Unemployed and a South African citizen with a valid SA ID.
• Under 35 years old.
• A valid code 08 driver's licence is an advantage; being registered as a candidate with the councils is also an advantage.

Required skills

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to apply knowledge of the field of study and to communicate well at all levels.
• Self-motivated and results-driven attitude.

Applicants upload a CV, certified copies of qualifications, academic transcripts, ID and candidacy registration where applicable. Shortlisted candidates face assessments, security clearance and qualification verification. Appointment is subject to a maximum 12-month flexible monthly probation evaluation before permanent employment.