Graduate Project Assistant

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Structured training in PM principles

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Clear career path in project delivery

Development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Graduate Project Assistant to join our engineering consultancy client in Benoni, Gauteng. You will support project managers and engineers across planning, execution, and delivery of diverse projects, gaining hands-on experience in documentation, scheduling, and stakeholder communication.

This office-based role offers structured mentorship, training in PM methodologies, and exposure to infrastructure projects in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Project and MS Office Suite.
• Keen interest in project management methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in developing project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate project activities, resources, equipment, and information.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to define project requirements, scope, and objectives.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including meeting minutes and progress reports.
• Track milestones and deliverables, ensuring timely completion.
• Support project communication and correspondence.
• Assist in procuring equipment and services for projects.
• Help resolve project issues and escalation when necessary.
• Maintain project filing systems and easy access to documents.
• Contribute to post-project analysis and lessons learned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem_solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable engineering consultancy firm, is seeking a proactive and organized Graduate Project Assistant to join their team in Benoni, Gauteng. This role is crucial in supporting project managers and engineers in the successful planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects. As a Graduate Project Assistant, you will gain invaluable experience across various project phases, assisting with documentation, scheduling, resource coordination, and communication with stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with a strong desire to learn project management methodologies and contribute to tangible outcomes in the engineering sector. The position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong administrative skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The role is office-based to ensure close collaboration and direct mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in developing project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate project activities, resources, equipment, and information.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to identify and define project requirements, scope, and objectives.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including meeting minutes, progress reports, and risk assessments.
• Track project milestones and deliverables, ensuring timely completion.
• Assist in managing project-related communication and correspondence.
• Support the procurement of necessary equipment and services for projects.
• Help resolve project issues and escalation when necessary.
• Maintain project filing systems and ensure easy access to all project-related documents.
• Contribute to post-project analysis and lessons learned documentation.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Project or similar project management software.
• A keen interest in project management methodologies.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a project team.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.
• Ability to understand technical project details is advantageous.
• Must reside in or be able to commute to Benoni, Gauteng.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive training in project management principles and practices.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging engineering projects.
• Clear career path towards project management roles.
• Supportive team environment and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure and development projects.
• Standard employee benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.