Assistant Project Manager

Communicate Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an Assistant Project Manager with a strong background in infrastructure development. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to impactful projects that shape communities through innovative engineering solutions. You will support the Project Manager in various aspects, including integration, scope analysis, and cost control, while collaborating with a talented team of engineers and administrators. If you have a passion for project management and a desire to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing large, multi-disciplinary projects is essential.
• Knowledge of FIDIC contracts and contract management is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager with all PM-related tasks and project communication.
• Manage project schedules and maintain a status dashboard of project progress.

Skills

Project management experience

Contract management

FIDIC contracts

Microsoft Office proficiency

Microsoft Project or Primavera P6

Commercial terms and conditions knowledge

Numeracy and cost forecasting skills

Education

BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering

Professional Registered with ECSA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Our client is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with a passion for making a significant impact on society. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in infrastructure development within a multi-disciplinary project. Join us and play a vital role in shaping our communities through innovative engineering solutions.

POSITION INFO :

1. Support the Project Manager (PM) with all PM-related tasks associated with the contract.
2. The Assistant PM will support the Project Manager with Integration, Scope analysis, Cost control, Quality Management, Procurement Management and also assist with all Project Communication (reporting and meetings).
3. Collaborate closely with Project Administrators and Engineers to ensure effective project execution.
4. Manage the project schedule during the design phases.
5. Obtain updates from various disciplines.
6. Maintain a status dashboard of project progress.
7. Assist the PM with integration, scope analysis, cost control, quality management, and procurement management.
8. Support all project communication, including reporting and meetings.

Skills & Experience :

1. Project management experience in large, multi-disciplinary projects.
2. Knowledge and development of various forms of contract management.
3. Experience with FIDIC contracts.
4. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint presentations and Excel (complex calculations and formulas).
5. Familiarity with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
6. Experience and knowledge in commercial terms and conditions and the basic Law of Contract.
7. High level of numeracy / cost forecasting skills and financial understanding skills.

Qualification :

1. BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering.
2. Professional Registered with ECSA.

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.