Graduate Trainee - Project Management

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate salary

Comprehensive PMP/Agile training

Mentorship from project managers

Exposure to diverse Benoni projects

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking motivated Graduate Trainees for a Project Management role in Benoni. Recent graduates will work with experienced project managers on planning, execution, and control across diverse industries.

The position involves hybrid office strategy, coordination, site visits, and client interactions essential for project success. A strong foundation in organization and communication will set you up for a career in project leadership.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related field.
• Strong organizational, time management and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to engage diverse teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Project, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Track project progress and identify risks; propose mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate project meetings, document minutes, and follow up on actions.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure smooth execution.
• Prepare project status reports and presentations for management.
• Contribute to improving project management methodologies and processes.

Skills

Project coordination

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking motivated Graduate Trainees for a Project Management role in Benoni . This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates from various disciplines who possess strong organizational skills and a keen interest in managing projects from conception to completion. You will work alongside experienced project managers, gaining invaluable exposure to project planning, execution, monitoring, and control within diverse industries. The role combines strategic planning with hands-based execution, providing a solid foundation for a career in project leadership. This hybrid role involves office-based strategy and coordination, alongside site visits and client interactions essential for project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and propose mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate project meetings, document minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Support in preparing project status reports and presentations for management.
• Contribute to the improvement of project management methodologies and processes.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field with a strong interest in project management.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Project, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach to tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive training in project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile).
• Mentorship from seasoned project managers.
• Exposure to a variety of challenging projects in Benoni .
• A collaborative work environment that encourages professional development.