Public Transport Project Manager - Build Urban Mobility

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Annual leave

Training & conferences

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee planning and execution of public transport infrastructure projects. You will guide initiatives from concept through design, construction and implementation, ensuring regulatory compliance, budgets, and community needs.

The role demands a civil engineering or urban planning background, at least six years in project management, and experience with public infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years on public infrastructure projects.
• Specific experience in public transport or transportation infrastructure projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and construction phases of public transport infrastructure projects (e.g., bus rapid transit, station upgrades).
• Develop detailed project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Manage project execution, monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, environmental regulations, and accessibility standards.
• Coordinate with government departments, consultants, contractors, and community representatives.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Budget management

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Urban Planning

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee planning and execution of public transport infrastructure projects. You will guide initiatives from concept through design, construction and implementation, ensuring regulatory compliance, budgets, and community needs.

The role demands a civil engineering or urban planning background, at least six years in project management, and experience with public infrastructure.