Civil Project Manager - Water and Sanitation

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Civil Project Manager to oversee critical water and sanitation infrastructure projects in Centurion, Gauteng. You will lead project teams, ensuring timely, budget-compliant delivery of essential services with far-reaching impact.

This senior role requires strategic thinking and proven leadership across complex construction processes, coordinating with clients, contractors, and regulators to uphold engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of civil engineering project management experience, with significant water & sanitation exposure.
• Proven success delivering large-scale capital projects from inception to completion.
• Strong leadership, negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle of water and sanitation infrastructure projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets and resource allocation.
• Oversee contractor performance, ensuring adherence to specifications, quality standards and safety regulations.
• Manage client and stakeholder expectations with regular progress updates and issue resolution.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize delays and cost overruns.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

B.Eng / B.Sc. Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Contract management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and results-oriented Civil Project Manager to oversee critical water and sanitation infrastructure projects in Centurion, Gauteng . You will be responsible for leading project teams, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery of essential services that impact thousands of lives. This senior role requires a strategic thinker with proven leadership capabilities, adept at managing complex construction processes and fostering collaborative relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to achieve project success and uphold the highest standards of engineering and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for water and sanitation infrastructure projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Oversee contractor performance, ensuring adherence to project specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Manage client and stakeholder expectations, providing regular progress updates and addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize delays and cost overruns.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations, permits, and engineering standards throughout the project duration.

Requirements

• B.Eng or B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in water or environmental engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in civil engineering project management, with a significant portion dedicated to water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale capital projects from inception to completion.
• Strong knowledge of water treatment processes, pipeline networks, pumping stations, and wastewater management systems.
• Expertise in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and contract management principles.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage diverse project teams and stakeholders.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, reflecting the senior nature of the role.
• Significant responsibility and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on vital water infrastructure .
• Access to continuous professional development and advanced project management training.
• Supportive management team and a culture that values expertise and dedication to public service.
• Company vehicle and allowance for project-related travel.