Aviation Project Leader: Drive High-Impact Programs

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Aviation Project Manager to lead major projects from initiation to completion in Centurion, Gauteng, spanning aircraft development, infrastructure upgrades, and operational improvements.

You will define project scope, budgets, schedules, and risks while coordinating cross-functional teams of engineers, technicians, and operations staff, ensuring safe, compliant delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Civil) or related field.
• Master's degree or PMP certification desired.
• Minimum 8 years of project management experience, aviation-focused.
• Proven track record delivering complex aviation projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of aviation operations, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with project management software (MS Project, Primavera).

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of aviation projects from planning to closure.
• Define scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria with stakeholders.
• Develop and manage budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, technicians, and operations staff.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Ensure adherence to aviation standards and safety regulations.
• Communicate progress and key decisions to stakeholders at all levels.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations as required.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and capture lessons learned.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project planning

Risk management

Budgeting

Communication

Aviation operations knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree or PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Aviation Project Manager to lead major projects from initiation to completion in Centurion, Gauteng, spanning aircraft development, infrastructure upgrades, and operational improvements.

You will define project scope, budgets, schedules, and risks while coordinating cross-functional teams of engineers, technicians, and operations staff, ensuring safe, compliant delivery.