Civil Project Manager

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary with bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in George, South Africa, seeks a seasoned Civil Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of infrastructure projects. You will handle end-to-end delivery, from planning to execution, ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality results in a hybrid work setting.

The role requires a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree and a 7-year track record in large-scale projects, with strong leadership and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 7+ years of large-scale civil infrastructure project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Familiarity with South African civil engineering standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of civil engineering projects, including planning, design, procurement, and construction.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, quality standards, and contractual obligations.
• Facilitate regular project status meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Civil Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of challenging infrastructure projects in the George area. This role involves the end-to-end management of projects, from initial planning and resource allocation to execution and final delivery. You will be responsible for ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This hybrid position allows for a balance of in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility. You will play a critical role in shaping the region's infrastructure and ensuring successful project outcomes through effective leadership and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of civil engineering projects, including planning, design, procurement, and construction.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, quality standards, and contractual obligations.
• Facilitate regular project status meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale civil infrastructure projects for at least 7 years.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Familiarity with South African civil engineering standards and regulations.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a hybrid team.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunity to work on significant regional infrastructure projects.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.