Senior PM, Construction & Development | Hybrid

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Medical aid

Pension

Hybrid work

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in partnership with a leading developer and construction firm in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of construction and development projects from concept to handover.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets, schedules and risks, and provide regular stakeholder reports. The role requires strong leadership, safety focus, and regulatory knowledge in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Architecture.
• Minimum 7 years of extensive project management experience in construction and property development.
• Proven track record managing projects valued at R30 million or more.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and South African regulations.
• Proficient in project management software such as MS Project or Primavera.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end lifecycle of construction and development projects from concept to handover.
• Develop detailed plans: scope, resources, scheduling and budget management.
• Lead and motivate project teams including architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Oversee site operations ensuring health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Manage client relationships, conduct progress meetings, and report to stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks with proactive solutions.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, subcontractors and consultants.
• Ensure quality control throughout all project phases from design to completion.
• Coordinate with local authorities and regulatory bodies in Paarl.

Skills

Construction management

Civil engineering

Architecture

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Placements24 in partnership with a leading developer and construction firm in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of construction and development projects from concept to handover.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets, schedules and risks, and provide regular stakeholder reports. The role requires strong leadership, safety focus, and regulatory knowledge in South Africa.