Project Management Apprentice

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 5,400 - 8,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

On-the-job training

Mentorship from senior PMs

Opportunity for contract extension

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Project Management Apprentice for its Randburg, Gauteng office with hybrid work options. You will learn to assist in planning, executing, and monitoring projects under experienced managers, focusing on stakeholder communication and risk management.

You will gain practical skills in budgeting, timeline adherence, and reporting while contributing to multiple construction and development projects. This role emphasizes on-the-job training and long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• A keen interest in project management and leadership.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in developing project plans, scopes and objectives.
• Track project progress, milestones and deliverables using project management software.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Manage project documentation including reports and meeting minutes.

Skills

Project management interest

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Matriculation certificate

Tertiary qualification advantageous

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Trello

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic project management consultancy with a strong presence in the construction and development sector, is seeking an eager Project Management Apprentice for their offices in Randburg, Gauteng . This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual aspiring to build a career in project management, offering hands-on experience in planning, executing, and monitoring projects. You will work closely with experienced Project Managers, learning essential skills in stakeholder communication, risk management, budgeting, and timeline adherence. This role is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of project lifecycle management across various challenging projects. The position involves a hybrid work model, combining collaborative time in the Randburg, Gauteng office with remote work capabilities for specific tasks and reporting. We are looking for a highly organized, motivated individual with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, ready to take on responsibility and learn the intricacies of successful project delivery. This is a prime chance to gain practical expertise in a demanding yet highly rewarding field.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in developing project plans, scopes, and objectives.
• Help track project progress, milestones, and deliverables using project management software.
• Support in identifying and mitigating project risks and issues.
• Assist in managing project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, and change logs.
• Liaise with project team members, stakeholders, and vendors as directed.
• Help prepare project status updates and presentations.
• Learn and apply project management methodologies and best practices.
• Contribute to budget tracking and resource allocation activities.

Requirements

• A strong interest in project management and organizational leadership.
• A matriculation certificate or equivalent qualification; a relevant tertiary qualification or certification is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello) is a plus.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be based in or able to commute to Randburg, Gauteng for in-office requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive on-the-job training in project management principles and practices.
• Mentorship from seasoned Project Managers.
• Exposure to a variety of challenging projects in the construction and development sectors.
• Opportunity to develop critical skills for a career in project management.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Potential for contract extension or future project opportunities.
• Collaborative team environment in Randburg, Gauteng .