Electrical Project Manager - Infrastructure

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

High-profile projects

Performance bonuses

Career development

Relocation support

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead critical electrical infrastructure initiatives from conception through to completion.

You will plan, schedule, budget, and manage stakeholders to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of project management experience on large-scale electrical infrastructure.
• PMP certification desirable.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and PM methods.
• Experience in contract negotiation and vendor management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle of electrical infrastructure projects from planning to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, deliverables, timelines, and resources.
• Manage budgets, track expenditures, and implement cost-control measures.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and regulators for seamless execution.
• Identify risks and create contingency plans to mitigate impact.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and environmental regs.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

PMP certification desirable

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a results-oriented Electrical Project Manager to lead critical infrastructure projects in Pretoria . This role is essential for ensuring the successful delivery of complex electrical engineering initiatives from conception through to completion. You will be responsible for project planning, resource allocation, budget management, and stakeholder communication, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced project manager to make a significant impact on vital infrastructure development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of electrical infrastructure projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, defining scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and implement cost-control measures to ensure financial targets are met.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure seamless project execution.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant electrical codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and successes effectively to senior management and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of at least 8 years in project management, specifically managing large-scale electrical infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, construction methods, and project management methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation, vendor management, and team leadership.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and financial tracking tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to manage high-profile and impactful infrastructure projects.
• Performance bonuses tied to project success.
• Structured career development path and leadership training.
• A dynamic work environment that values expertise and strategic thinking.
• Relocation support for candidates relocating to Pretoria .