Hands-on Apprentice Project Coordinator — Construction Mentorship

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentorship from project managers

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Apprentice Project Coordinator in Polokwane to support project managers in planning, scheduling and coordinating construction projects. You will gain practical experience through site visits and office tasks, developing organizational and communication skills in a dynamic team.

The role offers structured training, mentorship from experienced managers, and exposure to large construction projects in the Polokwane region.

Qualifications

• Interest in project management within construction

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in developing project plans and schedules.
• Coordinate project activities and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Support procurement: sourcing materials and managing vendor relationships.
• Maintain project documentation: reports, logs, and correspondence.
• Facilitate communication between site teams, management and stakeholders.
• Assist with budget tracking and financial reporting.
• Monitor site progress and identify risks or issues.
• Prepare meeting agendas and take minutes.
• Ensure safety regulations and quality standards on site.
• Perform general administrative duties to support project operations.

Skills

Interest in PM

Organizational skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Teamwork & independence

Proactive attitude

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Completed secondary education

PM/Construction/Business admin coursework advantageous

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Apprentice Project Coordinator in Polokwane to support project managers in planning, scheduling and coordinating construction projects. You will gain practical experience through site visits and office tasks, developing organizational and communication skills in a dynamic team.

The role offers structured training, mentorship from experienced managers, and exposure to large construction projects in the Polokwane region.