Graduate Junior Project Manager

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & retirement plans

Exposure to diverse projects

Structured mentorship

Hybrid work in Centurion

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive and organized Graduate Junior Project Manager to support a client’s project management office in Centurion. This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, offering a comprehensive learning experience for graduates eager to master the fundamentals of project management.

You will assist in planning, executing, and monitoring projects, work closely with project managers and cross‑functional teams, and help ensure successful delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field required.
• Strong organizational and time management skills essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities expected.
• Familiarity with project management concepts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Support project managers in tracking progress, risks, and issues.
• Facilitate communication between project team members and stakeholders.
• Organize and document project meetings, actions, and decisions.
• Learn and apply project management tools and methodologies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Management

Engineering

Related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized Graduate Junior Project Manager to support their project management office in Centurion . This role is perfect for enthusiastic graduates eager to learn the intricacies of project management in a dynamic business environment. You will assist in planning, executing, and monitoring projects, working closely with project managers and cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery. This hybrid position offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, providing a comprehensive learning experience and the opportunity to contribute to significant business initiatives within our client's operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Support project managers in tracking project progress, identifying risks, and mitigating issues.
• Facilitate communication between project team members and stakeholders.
• Organize and document project meetings, action items, and decisions.
• Learn and apply project management tools and methodologies effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with project management concepts and software is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid environment .

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with opportunities for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.
• Exposure to diverse projects and industry best practices in project management.
• Structured mentorship program to guide career development.
• A dynamic work environment offering a balance of office and remote work in Centurion .