Junior Project Manager / Project Leader | Construction

RPO Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

RPO Recruitment is seeking a Junior Project Manager or Project Leader for a Cape Town-based client in the Cape Town CBD to join their team. The role requires a BSc or BTech in project management and a minimum of two years in project or programme management, with experience in the construction sector.

Candidates should be familiar with JBCC and NEC contract administration, financial management on construction projects, and knowledge of CIDB, PROCSA, fee scales and consultant appointment

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or equivalent degree in project management or related field.
• At least 2 years' experience in project or programme management.
• Experience in the construction sector is essential.
• Familiar with JBCC and NEC contract administration.
• Experience in financial administration for construction projects.
• Knowledge of CIDB, PROCSA, fee scales and consultant appointment processes.
• Professional registration is beneficial but not required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline oriented

Effective communicator

Pressure management

Problem solving

Procedural discipline

Professional accountability

Education

BSc or BTech in Project Management or related field

Job description

Our client, a well-established multi-disciplinary consulting firm based in the Cape Town CBD, is looking for a Junior Project Manager or Project Leader to join their team.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc or BTech degree in Project Management or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in project or programme management
• Experience within the construction industry
• Practical experience in JBCC and NEC contract administration
• Experience in financial administration related to construction projects
• Knowledge of CIDB, PROCSA, fee scales, and consultant appointment processes
• Professional registration is beneficial but not a minimum requirement

Key Competencies & Attributes

• Meticulous, conscientious, and thorough — accuracy and precision are fundamental to this role
• Strong processing skills with the ability to stay target-focused and consistently meet deadlines
• Articulate communicator, able to convey information clearly and professionally
• Resilient and composed under pressure; able to manage competing demands without compromising quality
• Confident problem-solver who asks the right questions and escalates proactively
• Disciplined in following procedures, protocols, and instructions within a programme environment
• Highly ethical with a strong sense of professional accountability

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.