Construction Project Manager

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Time Personnel seeks a skilled Construction Project Manager to lead projects from concept to handover in Epping, Cape Town. You will coordinate architects, engineers, and contractors, ensure adherence to budgets, schedules, and safety standards.

Applicants should have 5–8 years of experience in building projects, SACPCMP registration, and strong communication. This on-site role requires a valid license and reliable vehicle to travel between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience managing building/construction projects.
• SACPCMP registration with the SA Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings & specs.
• Proficiency in project planning software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from briefing to handover.
• Develop detailed project programmes, critical path schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate contractors, architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, and authorities.
• Provide regular progress and financial reports to clients.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and OHS standards.

Skills

Project planning

Stakeholder liaison

Site supervision

MS Office

Reading drawings

Education

Matric or equivalent

SACPCMP registration

Tools

MS Project

Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

Construction Project Manager required in Epping, Cape Town.

Are you the Construction Project Manager that can take a client’s vision from start to final handover without a single wasted week?

Our client based in Epping requires your successful track record with planning, executing being the central contact for clients linking with architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams.

All work must meet local building regulations, quality controls & OHS. If this relates to you this is your next career move!

Requirements:

• Matric, National Higher Diploma, or similar with 5-8 years’ experience managing building/construction projects
• SACPCMP – Professional registration with the SA Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions
• Hands on experience with strong technical understanding of building structures, construction methods, materials and building trades
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings & specifications
• Proficiency in project planning software, MS Project and MS Office
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle
• Confident communicator liaising across all levels of people with excellent problem-solving skills
• Proactive -someone who spots the problem before it becomes a delay
• Leadership ability with the authority to hold contractors and teams accountable

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the full project lifecycle: briefing, feasibility, design coordination, tendering, construction, snagging and handover
• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes, critical path schedules and milestone plans
• Source, appoint and manage building contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, including tender comparison and contract negotiation
• Coordinate daily between architects, structural and civil engineers, quantity surveyors, municipal authorities and site teams
• Anticipate bottlenecks with approvals, procurement lead times, trade clashes, weather& and resolve before delays occur
• Control project budgets, cash flow, variations and cost reporting; review and approve payment certificates
• Conduct regular site inspections to check progress, workmanship quality and compliance with drawings and specifications
• Ensure compliance with the National Building Regulations, SANS standards, OHS Act and construction health and safety requirements
• Run site and progress meetings, keep clear minutes, and track actions to completion
• Provide clients with regular, transparent progress and financial reports
• Manage risk, resolve disputes and handle client expectations professionally
• Oversee snag lists, practical completion, occupancy certificates and final handover documentation