Digital Consultant

Mace; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management consultancy in Cape Town is seeking a project management expert to implement digital strategies and support project-related analytics. The role includes managing sub-projects, mentoring teams, and driving sustainability efforts. A Bachelor's degree in GIS, Computer Science, or a related field is required, with advanced degrees preferred for senior roles. The company values safety, client focus, integrity, and creating opportunities for its people.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree often required, preferably in GIS, Computer Science or similar.
• Advanced degrees or certifications preferred for senior roles.

Responsibilities

• Implementing digital strategies and solutions across projects.
• Managing sub-projects and ensuring timely delivery.
• Mentoring and training team members.

Skills

Digital strategy implementation

Project management support

Financial modelling

Sustainability efforts

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe.

To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site. Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading‑edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. The ProjectThis is an opportunity to work with a professional team in South Africa. This role is primarily responsible for expertise in digital solutions for project management support, and project‑related analytics / insights.

Where required, direct involvement in projects may be included.

Responsibilities

• Implementing digital strategies and solutions across client‑facing projects and programmes.
• Manages sub‑projects and tasks, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with programme goals.
• Supports and leads project teams, including both direct and indirect reports.
• Oversees digital‑related procurement, supplier coordination, budgeting, and cost tracking.
• Conducts financial and scenario‑based modelling to support project decision‑making.
• Contributes to the global digital centre of excellence, sharing best practices, case studies, and process improvements.
• Mentors and trains team members, enhancing digital and technical capabilities.
• Shares domain expertise to upskill colleagues and strengthen team performance.
• Provides sound technical support to project teams, ensuring quality and innovation.
• Drives sustainability efforts, actively contributing to carbon reduction during project delivery.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in fields such as geographic information systems (GIS), computer science, data science, electrical engineering, information technology, or a related discipline is often required.
• Advanced degrees or certifications may be preferred for senior roles.

Values

• Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long‑term relationships with our clients.
• Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.

Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.