Graduate Project Assistant

Placements24; Vereeniging; Híbrido; ZAR 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Training and development opportunities

Career progression

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a motivated Graduate Project Assistant to support project managers in planning, execution, and monitoring of construction projects. The role blends in-office collaboration in Vereeniging with remote work, ideal for a recent graduate seeking hands-on project coordination experience.

You will gain exposure to scheduling, documentation, risk assessment, and stakeholder communication while contributing to large-scale developments within the construction

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficient written and verbal communication.

Responsabilidades

• Assist Project Managers with planning, scope, and deliverables.
• Support schedules and timelines across teams.
• Coordinate activities and resources for projects.
• Prepare status reports, meeting minutes, and risk assessments.
• Track progress and identify delays or issues.
• Facilitate communication between teams, stakeholders, and contractors.
• Help manage project budgets and expenditures.
• Contribute to process improvements in PM workflows.
• Ensure compliance with policies and safety regulations on sites.
• Support hybrid work needs in Vereeniging office and remotely.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Engineering / PM / Business Admin

Herramientas

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Descripción del empleo

About the Role Our client, a leading construction and infrastructure development company, is seeking a motivated and organized Graduate Project Assistant to join their team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This role is ideal for a recent graduate looking to gain comprehensive experience in project management within a dynamic industry. You will provide essential support to project managers, assisting with planning, execution, and monitoring of various projects. This position offers a superb learning environment where you can develop critical skills in project coordination, stakeholder communication, and risk management. The role embraces a hybrid work model, combining valuable in-office collaboration in Vereeniging with the flexibility of remote work. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects run smoothly and efficiently, contributing to the successful delivery of significant developments. We seek an individual with strong organizational skills and a proactive approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning and defining project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Support the creation and maintenance of project schedules and timelines.
• Coordinate project-related activities and resources across different teams.
• Prepare project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and risk assessments.
• Track project progress and milestones, identifying potential delays or issues.
• Facilitate communication between project team members, stakeholders, and contractors.
• Assist in managing project budgets and tracking expenditures.
• Help resolve project-related issues and escalations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety regulations on project sites.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Project, Excel, and Word.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with diverse groups.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Must be able to work from our Vereeniging office and remotely as per the hybrid schedule.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive starting salary and opportunities for professional development, including training in project management tools and methodologies. Our client provides a supportive and collaborative work environment, fostering growth and learning. The hybrid work arrangement offers flexibility, enabling a good work-life balance. You will gain invaluable experience working on large-scale projects within the construction and infrastructure sector. Opportunities for advancement within the project management team are available for high achievers. Join a reputable company in Vereeniging that values its employees and invests in their future. The role also includes access to company-sponsored training programs.