Chemical Engineer - Project Management Support

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Project management certification

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a detail-oriented Chemical Engineer to support the project management office. You will assist with planning, execution, and monitoring to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality.

This hybrid role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and 1–3 years of project coordination experience, with familiarity in PM tools such as MS Project or Asana.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 1–3 years of project coordination or support experience in an engineering environment.
• Familiarity with project management principles and PM software.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in developing plans, schedules and budgets.
• Track progress, identify deviations and support corrective actions.
• Coordinate site visits, vendor meetings and technical reviews.
• Prepare status reports, docs and meeting minutes.
• Support procurement and logistics for project materials and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with specs, safety standards and regulations.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Organizational skills

Hybrid teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Chemical Engineer to support their project management office in Bloemfontein . This role is vital in assisting with the planning, execution, and monitoring of chemical engineering projects. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This hybrid position allows for effective collaboration both in person and remotely, contributing to the successful delivery of diverse engineering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Track project progress, identify deviations, and support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Coordinate project-related activities, including site visits, vendor meetings, and technical reviews.
• Prepare project status reports, documentation, and meeting minutes.
• Support the procurement and logistics processes for project materials and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience in project coordination or a support role within an engineering environment.
• Familiarity with project management principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana) is advantageous.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team based in Bloemfontein .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and project management certification.
• Exposure to a variety of challenging chemical engineering projects.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Flexible working hours within a hybrid model .