Senior Construction Manager: Lead Major Projects Queenstown

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and retirement benefits

Performance-based annual bonus

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Generous leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Construction Manager to lead major building and infrastructure projects in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role requires 10+ years in construction project management, with strong leadership, planning and execution capabilities.

You will oversee budgets, schedules, safety and quality while managing diverse teams and client relationships. Relocation to Queenstown is expected for this senior position with excellent compensation and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive construction PM experience, with at least 5 years in a management capacity.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale construction projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of construction project management from inception to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules and budgets with adherence throughout execution.
• Lead, manage and motivate project teams including site engineers, foremen, subcontractors and labour.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations, quality control standards and environmental policies on all sites.
• Manage client relationships, stakeholder communication and contractual agreements.
• Procure and manage resources including materials, equipment and personnel.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor progress, conduct site inspections and resolve issues or conflicts.
• Prepare comprehensive project reports for senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Master's degree (advantageous)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Construction Manager to lead major building and infrastructure projects in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role requires 10+ years in construction project management, with strong leadership, planning and execution capabilities.

You will oversee budgets, schedules, safety and quality while managing diverse teams and client relationships. Relocation to Queenstown is expected for this senior position with excellent compensation and growth opportunities.