Junior Project Manager Trainee

Placements24; O Mente; Hybrid; EUR 9,700 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training in PM concepts

Mentorship from senior projectManagers

Exposure to diverse projects

Career growth into PM role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Project Manager Trainee for a client in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This role offers an excellent entry point to build a career in project management and exposure to the full project lifecycle.

You will work with experienced PMs to learn coordination, risk management, stakeholder communication, and resource allocation while contributing to real-world initiatives. This trainee position emphasizes hands-on training and mentorship.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Project, Excel, and Word.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as project needs dictate.
• Candidates based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning and scheduling project activities.
• Track project progress and identify potential delays or issues.
• Support the creation and maintenance of project documentation.
• Facilitate communication between project team members and stakeholders.
• Assist in managing project budgets and resource allocation.
• Learn and apply project management methodologies and tools.
• Help in identifying and assessing project risks.
• Contribute to team meetings and provide updates on project status.
• Support the procurement process for project resources.
• Assist in project closure activities and post-project reviews.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Engineering / related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive organization involved in infrastructure development, is seeking a motivated Junior Project Manager Trainee for their operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This trainee position is an excellent entry point for individuals aiming to build a career in project management. You will gain exposure to the entire project lifecycle, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure, across various company initiatives. Working closely with experienced Project Managers, you will learn essential skills in project coordination, stakeholder communication, risk management, and resource allocation. We are looking for organized, proactive individuals with strong interpersonal skills and a desire to manage complex projects effectively. The role is based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape , offering a chance to contribute to local development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning and scheduling project activities.
• Track project progress and identify potential delays or issues.
• Support the creation and maintenance of project documentation.
• Facilitate communication between project team members and stakeholders.
• Assist in managing project budgets and resource allocation.
• Learn and apply project management methodologies and tools.
• Help in identifying and assessing project risks.
• Contribute to team meetings and provide updates on project status.
• Support the procurement process for project resources.
• Assist in project closure activities and post-project reviews.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Project, Excel, and Word.
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach to tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Enthusiasm for learning project management principles and practices.
• A problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as project needs dictate.
• Candidates based in or able to commute to Queenstown, Eastern Cape are preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training in project management principles and best practices.
• Mentorship from experienced senior project managers.
• Exposure to diverse and impactful projects.
• Opportunity to develop key skills in planning, execution, and leadership.
• Potential for career growth into a Project Manager role.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Contribute to significant organisational development initiatives.