Hybrid Ops Lead: Public Sector Infrastructure Projects

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee public sector projects in Soweto, Gauteng. You will coordinate project teams, manage resources and budgets, and liaise with government agencies and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a strong background in project management, public sector liaison, and operational oversight, with leadership and communication excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project or operations management with public sector focus.
• Proven track record delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement processes and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with budgets and project cost control; proficient in PM software (MS Project, Asana).

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and monitoring of public sector projects in Soweto, Gauteng.
• Manage project resources including personnel, budgets, and timelines.
• Liaise with government agencies, community stakeholders, and clients.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and maintain robust project management methodologies.
• Monitor performance, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage project financials: budgeting, forecasting, reporting.
• Lead and mentor project teams to foster high performance.
• Prepare regular project status reports for senior management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains.

Skills

Project management

Public sector liaison

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee public sector projects in Soweto, Gauteng. You will coordinate project teams, manage resources and budgets, and liaise with government agencies and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a strong background in project management, public sector liaison, and operational oversight, with leadership and communication excellence.