Civil Project Manager - Coastal Development

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.400.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Civil Project Manager to oversee major coastal development projects in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role combines strategic planning with on-site supervision and stakeholder engagement to ensure delivery on time and within budget.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage scopes, budgets, and schedules, and ensure compliance with engineering standards and environmental regulations in a hybrid work setting.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 10+ years in civil engineering with project management experience.
• PMP or similar certification advantageous.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage all phases of civil engineering projects from planning to handover.
• Develop scopes, budgets, and schedules and monitor progress.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and regulators.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, environmental regulations and bylaws.
• Conduct regular site inspections for quality, safety and progress.
• Lead and motivate project teams to achieve objectives.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Team Management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Herramientas

MS Project

Primavera P6

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading developer in the Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal region, is seeking an experienced Civil Project Manager to oversee significant coastal development and infrastructure projects. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, balancing strategic planning and administrative tasks remotely with crucial on-site supervision and stakeholder engagement in Richards Bay . You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of projects, from initial planning and design through to construction and handover. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of a key coastal economic hub, working on projects that are vital to the region's growth and sustainability. Your leadership will be key to ensuring successful project delivery on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of civil engineering projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules, and monitor progress against these parameters.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure projects comply with all relevant engineering standards, environmental regulations, and local bylaws.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor quality, safety, and progress of work.
• Manage project risks, identify potential issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Oversee contract administration and manage contractor performance.
• Prepare progress reports, financial statements, and project documentation for senior management and clients.
• Facilitate effective communication among all project stakeholders.
• Lead and motivate project teams to achieve project objectives in the Richards Bay area.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. A PMP or equivalent project management certification is advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in civil engineering, with at least 5 years in project management.
• Proven experience managing large-scale infrastructure or development projects, preferably in a coastal environment.
• Strong understanding of contract law, construction methods, and materials.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6).
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, managing remote tasks and on-site responsibilities.
• Sound financial acumen and experience in budget management.
• Knowledge of environmental impact assessments and coastal engineering principles is a plus.
• Resilience and ability to thrive in a fast-paced project environment in KwaZulu-Natal .

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance incentives, comprehensive health insurance, and retirement fund benefits.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model, opportunities for career advancement, and the chance to work on impactful projects in a beautiful coastal setting.
• We also provide professional development support and a collaborative work environment.