Apprentice Project Coordinator — Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship by PMs

Stipend

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Apprentice Project Coordinator in Polokwane to support Project Managers and site teams across the construction portfolio. You will learn to plan timelines, coordinate stakeholders, manage documents, and track milestones in a fast-paced environment.

You'll gain on-the-job training, mentorship from experienced PMs, and a clear path toward a Project Coordinator career within our firm. A competitive monthly stipend and exposure to major projects in the Polokwane area are

Qualifications

• Matriculation certificate or equivalent qualification.
• A qualification in Project Management, Construction Management, or Business Administration is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with project management software (MS Project, Asana) is a plus.
• Proactive problem-solver with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning and organizing project timelines and resources.
• Coordinate communication between project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Maintain project documentation, including contracts, reports, and progress updates.
• Track project progress against schedules and budgets, identifying potential delays or issues.
• Support the procurement of materials and services as directed.
• Organize site meetings and prepare minutes and action items.
• Assist with the management of project risks and issues.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations on site.
• Support project delivery within the Polokwane region's construction landscape.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Asana

Education

Matriculation

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Apprentice Project Coordinator in Polokwane to support Project Managers and site teams across the construction portfolio. You will learn to plan timelines, coordinate stakeholders, manage documents, and track milestones in a fast-paced environment.

You'll gain on-the-job training, mentorship from experienced PMs, and a clear path toward a Project Coordinator career within our firm. A competitive monthly stipend and exposure to major projects in the Polokwane area are