Aviation Project Leader - Hybrid, Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Executive benefits package

Flexible hybrid schedule

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks an experienced Aviation Project Manager to lead complex initiatives in the aviation sector. The role requires planning, execution, and on-time delivery within budget, with responsibility for cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and resources in a hybrid work setup.

You will drive projects from conception through deployment, ensure quality standards, manage risks, and communicate progress to executives.

Qualifications

• PMP certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of managing complex aviation projects.
• Strong knowledge of PM methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with budget management and financial oversight.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with remote team members.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with senior management.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Lead and motivate project teams in a high-performance environment.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes with mitigation strategies.
• Oversee procurement, contract management, and vendor relations.
• Communicate project progress and outcomes to stakeholders regularly.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk management

Education

PMP certification

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks an experienced Aviation Project Manager to lead complex initiatives in the aviation sector. The role requires planning, execution, and on-time delivery within budget, with responsibility for cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and resources in a hybrid work setup.

You will drive projects from conception through deployment, ensure quality standards, manage risks, and communicate progress to executives.