Engineering Project Manager

Octotel

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 420,000 - 720,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid (Discovery)

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Discounted Internet Connectivity

Employee Wellness Programme

Team Buildings

Exposure to latest industry tech

Job summary

Octotel, a Cape Town based Open Access Service Provider, is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead and coordinate engineering-related projects from initiation to successful completion.

The role requires 4 years of experience, a completed degree, and strong communication and organisational skills. You will collaborate with internal teams, manage plans, stakeholder updates, and ensure quality and timeliness across initiatives.

Qualifications

Completed tertiary qualification as required.
4+ years' experience in a similar role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Take ownership of advanced administrative and project coordination tasks.
Develop and refine project plans with scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
Lead cross-functional task coordination to meet strategic goals.
Serve as primary contact for stakeholders, providing proactive updates.
Maintain detailed project documentation, schedules, and reports.
Plan timelines and ensure milestones are met.
Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
Monitor deliverables for quality and technical compliance.
Drive issue resolution with relevant teams.
Facilitate meetings and track actions to deliver outcomes.
Proactively identify process improvements in the lifecycle.
Provide coordination support to Engineering leadership.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Education

Degree/B-Tech

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Octotel is an established and rapidly expanding Open Access Service Provider, specializing in Open Access & GPON connectivity. We are Cape Town’s largest Open Access Network focused on both Fibre To The Home (FTTH) and Business (FTTB). Our fibre network has passed over 370 000 homes and businesses in Cape Town. We offer a choice of services from over 65 of the country’s leading Internet Service Providers.

Job Information

Date Opened 24/07/2026
Job Type Full time
Industry Project Management
Work Experience 4 years
Education Level Degree/B-Tech
City Cape Town
Province Western Cape
Country South Africa
Postal Code 7405

Role Overview

The successful incumbent will be a key member of the Engineering division, responsible for managing and coordinating engineering-related projects from initiation through to successful completion. The role will provide project leadership, ensuring projects are effectively planned, managed, and delivered within agreed timelines, scope, and quality standards.

The Engineering Project Manager will collaborate with internal teams, stakeholders, and cross-functional departments, supporting both engineering-led initiatives and projects requiring engineering input and delivery support.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of advanced administrative and project coordination tasks, including data management, documentation review, and report preparation.
Assist in developing and refining comprehensive project plans, including defining scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
Lead task and activity coordination among cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with strategic project goals.
Serve as a primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing proactive updates and addressing concerns regarding installations and project progress.
Manage and maintain detailed project documentation, schedules, and reports to support effective decision-making.
Plan, organize, and oversee project timelines, ensuring key milestones are met.
Identify, assess, and propose mitigation strategies for potential project risks and issues.
Monitor and evaluate project deliverables to ensure compliance with technical specifications and quality standards.
Drive issue resolution by engaging with relevant teams and proposing effective solutions.
Facilitate meetings, including preparing agendas, taking detailed minutes, and tracking action items.
Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements within the project lifecycle.
Provide project coordination and administrative support to the Engineering leadership team, contributing to the successful delivery of strategic engineering and business initiatives.
Perform any other reasonable duties in alignment with the role's objectives and organizational needs.
And any other reasonable task.

Requirements

Completed relevant tertiary qualification.
Minimum of 4 years' experience in a similar role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
A flexible approach and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
High attention to detail with the ability to work independently.

The Following Skills And Experience Would Be Advantageous

Experience using Jira and Confluence.
Advanced Excel (pivot tables, lookups) for tracking and reconciliation
Knowledge of working with Google Sheets.
Experience engaging with technical teams, including DevOps, Cloud, Network Engineering, and other technical stakeholders.
Experience managing digital payment processes.
Proven experience in stock control and inventory management
Experience managing procurement processes
Experience facilitating project meetings, tracking actions, and driving teams to deliver on agreed outcomes.

Benefits