ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR: TRANSPORT (Transaction Advisory)

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR: TRANSPORT (Transaction Advisory) JHB, Gauteng (South Africa) OR REMOTE

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR (Contract ends March 2026 with possibility to extend further)

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Competitive Package on Offer based on Qualification and years of relevant experience

Our Client, a Global Consulting firm and the Transaction Advisor on a multi-billion Rand commuter rail Public-Private Partnership requires the expertise of a knowledge Expert, solid negotiator and leader to oversee the next steps of the project, which includes procurement implementation, evaluation, negotiation, contract close, and transitioning.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE required:

Masters degree in Engineering/Finance/Business/Legal/Project Management or equivalent.

11-13 years demonstrable experience as a project team leader of a transaction advisory team for large public sector projects / multi-disciplinary PPP and commuter rail projects.

9 years experience in commercial management of PPP projects, including contract negotiations, risk management, variations, dispute management, insurance, project costs and revenue, value engineering, and project financial management.

Proven negotiation skills and expertise with the private sector

Demonstrable experience in alternative revenue generation/value capture (in addition to fare box revenue) on commuter rail projects.

Leading a diverse team on developing and procuring a complex and high-pressure PPP ideally in South Africa and in commuter rail.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Overall leadership, strategy, and management of the project

Organise, integrate, and coordinate all project workstreams and experts to achieve milestones and deliverables according to project timelines

Ensure the suitability and quality of all milestones and deliverables, including provision of technical input and insight where required/relevant

Develop and maintain an optimal structure for the teams delivery strategy and day-to-day approach

Establish and maintain an appropriate communication framework and ensure effective communication among and between members of the project team, the client team, and other core role-players

Lead engagement with, and overall reporting to, the client and other key stakeholders, including in regular project progress, project management, and steering committee meetings

Work closely with the Project Director, and other team members as appropriate, in matters of project strategy

Work closely with the Project Management Officer, and other teams members as appropriate, in matters of project management (including in the development and oversight of necessary project management dashboards, workplans, and tools)

Work closely with, and cultivate a trusted relationship with, the client Project Officer and other key members of the client body

Oversee the project team in delivery of its Skills Development and Knowledge Transfer Programme

To apply for this position, please email a detailed copy of your CV or POE to: Nicole Spamers: