Electrical Engineer - Project Management

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development support

Hybrid work arrangement

Opportunity to lead impactful projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a dynamic Electrical Engineer with a passion for project management to join their Polokwane team. You will oversee planning, execution, and delivery of electrical projects, coordinating with engineering teams, clients, and stakeholders in a hybrid on-site/remote setup.

Required: a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, at least 5 years in electrical engineering with 2 years in project coordination or management, and proficiency with MS Project or Asana.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 5 years in electrical engineering with at least 2 years in a project coordination/management role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of electrical engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets; monitor progress.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and suppliers for timely delivery.
• Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project status and challenges to stakeholders regularly.
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.

Skills

Project coordination

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic Electrical Engineer with a passion for project management to join their team in Polokwane . This role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of electrical projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will act as a key liaison between engineering teams, clients, and stakeholders, managing project scope, resources, and risks. This hybrid role offers a blend of on-site project engagement and remote administrative work, providing flexibility while ensuring project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of electrical engineering projects from inception to completion.


• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and monitor progress closely.


• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure efficient project delivery.


• Manage project risks, identify potential issues, and implement mitigation strategies.


• Communicate project status, updates, and potential challenges to stakeholders regularly.


• Ensure all projects adhere to relevant engineering standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 2 years in a project coordination or management role.


• Solid understanding of electrical systems design, installation, and commissioning processes.


• Familiarity with project management methodologies and software (e.g., MS Project, Asana).


• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.


• Ability to manage tasks both on-site and remotely within a hybrid work structure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Support for professional development and project management certifications.


• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance.


• Opportunity to lead impactful projects in a growing region.