Construction Project Manager

Utopia Design; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global luxury projects

International team

Growth opportunities

Brand-building impact

Job summary

Utopia Design in Cape Town seeks a skilled Construction Project Manager to join our project team focused on boutique hospitality assets. You will plan, coordinate and manage construction from inception to completion, ensure timelines, budgets and quality, and collaborate with architects, engineers, interior designers, and the FF&E procurement team to deliver luxury spaces.

This on-site role requires 6+ years of experience, fluent English, and a hands-on, detail-oriented approach within a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction project coordination and management (6+ years).
• Experience with project management software and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of procurement, tender management, contracts and administration.
• Fluent English; degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling construction activities to ensure timely project completion.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors to meet project requirements.
• Support procurement by obtaining quotes and negotiating with suppliers.
• Track progress, identify delays, and propose corrective actions.
• Monitor budgets, ensuring cost control and financial reporting accuracy.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports, schedules, and meeting minutes.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project goals.

Skills

Project coordination

Budget tracking

Contracts & procurement

Stakeholder management

MS Project / Excel

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Google Sheets

AutoCAD

Power BI

Looker Studio

Job description

About The Company

Utopia is an ultra-luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand creating a global ecosystem of properties and experiences.

We develop private villa retreats in beautiful locations around the world, each with high-end service.

Utopia also offers a wider ecosystem of leisure experiences and services available both to those staying on property and to external visitors.

Utopia designs and builds its properties in-house. Our team works across the full journey: from concept and architecture to construction, interiors, landscape, guest experience, and long-term operation.

For architects and designers, this means working on properties from the ground up, with the ability to influence how each place is planned, built, and experienced.

For hospitality professionals, it means joining a brand where service is personal, attentive, and built around each guest's stay.

We're a young, ambitious team with high standards and a hands-on approach. We value strong ideas, practical thinking, attention to detail, and people who are ready to take responsibility for their part of the work.

You're interested in architecture, design, hospitality, or guest experience? We invite you to grow with Utopia.

About The Role

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Construction Project Manager to join our project team within the real estate development and construction business, focusing on boutique hospitality assets.

In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring that timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. You should be able to work independently on day-to-day tasks, coordinate effectively with the project team, and provide accurate reports and updates regularly. You will be a member of a growing Project Management Office and will collaborate closely with the entire design and construction team, including architects, interior designers, structural and MEP engineers, the FF&E procurement team, and client representatives.

This role will focus primarily on construction execution, contractor management, and schedule delivery, with engagement in cost control, risk management, and project planning throughout the lifecycle.

This person should be based on-site in Cape Town. Utopia does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling construction activities to ensure timely project completion.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure project requirements are met.
• Support procurement efforts by obtaining quotes and negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Track project progress, identify potential delays, and propose corrective actions.
• Monitor construction budgets, ensuring cost control and financial reporting accuracy.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing contracts, work orders, and change orders.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports, schedules, and meeting minutes.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project goals.
• Support in resolving any construction-related issues that may arise.

Requirements

• Proven experience in construction project coordination, project management (6+ years) working for construction companies or contractors.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Excel, Google Sheets, AutoCAD) as well as data analysis (Power BI, Looker Studio).
• Experience in data analysis, including cost tracking, schedule performance metrics, and trend reporting.
• Knowledge of procurement, tender management, contract administration, and construction processes is also required.
• Fluent English.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.

We offer

• Work on international luxury hospitality projects.
• A truly global team (30+ nationalities).
• Growth opportunities within the company as we scale.
• The chance to help build a luxury hospitality brand aiming to become #1 worldwide.

By submitting this application, I agree that my personal data will be collected, processed, and retained by the company solely for the purposes of managing and assessing my candidacy.