Jnr Project Manager in Construction

Time Personnel; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Time Personnel is seeking a proactive site coordinator to assist with managing construction projects from briefing through handover. You will prepare programmes, coordinate with architects, engineers and site teams, and help manage tenders, procurement, budgets and progress reporting.

The role requires strong communication skills, a good understanding of drawings, and a valid driver’s license. A hands-on approach and problem-solving mindset are essential for successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Matric required; additional construction qualifications advantageous.
• Hands on experience with building structures, construction methods and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings & specifications.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle.
• Confident communicator with good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing the project lifecycle from briefing and design coordination through tendering, construction, snagging and handover.
• Prepare and maintain project programmes and milestone schedules as the site progresses.
• Assist with sourcing quotes and comparing tenders from contractors and suppliers; support appointment process.
• Liaise daily with architects, engineers, quantity surveyors and site teams; follow up with authorities on approvals.
• Track procurement lead times, approvals and trade sequencing; flag potential delays early.
• Monitor project budgets, variations and cost reports; check payment certificates before approval.
• Carry out regular site inspections to check progress, workmanship and compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Attend and run site and progress meetings; keep minutes and follow up actions.
• Prepare regular progress and financial updates for clients.
• Identify and report risks and resolve issues; escalate where needed.
• Coordinate snag lists, practical completion and handover documentation.

Skills

Technical understanding of building

Reading architectural/engineering Draw

Education

Matric

Construction qualifications advantageous

Job description

REQUIREMENTS

• Matric, additional qualifications advantageous
• Hands on experience with strong technical understanding of building structures, construction methods, materials and building trades
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings & specifications
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable vehicle
• Confident communicator liaising across all levels of people with excellent problem-solving skills

DUTIES

• Assist with managing the project lifecycle, from briefing and design coordination through tendering, construction, snagging and handover
• Prepare and maintain project programmes and milestone schedules, and keep them updated as the site progresses
• Assist with sourcing quotes and comparing tenders from contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and support the appointment process
• Liaise daily with architects, engineers, quantity surveyors and site teams, and follow up with municipal authorities on approvals
• Track procurement lead times, approvals and trade sequencing, and flag potential delays early so they can be resolved
• Monitor project budgets, variations and cost reports, and check payment certificates before they go for approvalCarry out regular site inspections to check progress, workmanship and compliance with drawings and specifications
• Attend and run site and progress meetings, keep clear minutes, and follow up actions until they are closed out
• Prepare regular progress and financial updates for clients
• Identify and report risks, and help resolve issues and client queries professionally, escalating where needed
• Coordinate snag lists, practical completion, occupancy certificates and handover documentation

Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience