CAPEX Project Lead – Manufacturing Upgrades

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee major CAPEX projects at the Vereeniging facility. You will drive end-to-end delivery from feasibility through commissioning, coordinating engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to meet production capacity and efficiency goals.

The role requires strong technical understanding, meticulous planning, and stakeholder management to ensure safe, on-time project delivery with high-value capital investments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree or PMP certification is advantageous.
• At least 7 years of project management experience with CAPEX in manufacturing.
• Proven track record managing projects with budgets > R20 million.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans for capital expenditure initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and budget constraints.
• Manage all phases of the project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure.
• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, including engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee the procurement process for major equipment and services, including tender evaluation and contract negotiation.
• Develop and manage project budgets, track expenditures, and implement cost-control measures.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental compliance throughout project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project status, milestones, and challenges to senior management and stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, and external consultants to ensure successful project outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Financial acumen

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering or related field

Master's degree or PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Cost estimation tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee major CAPEX projects at the Vereeniging facility. You will drive end-to-end delivery from feasibility through commissioning, coordinating engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to meet production capacity and efficiency goals.

The role requires strong technical understanding, meticulous planning, and stakeholder management to ensure safe, on-time project delivery with high-value capital investments.