Lead Construction Project Manager - Cape Town

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 391,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Time Personnel seeks an experienced Project Manager (Construction) in Cape Town to lead construction projects from on-site to handover. You will coordinate with subcontractors, architects, engineers and internal teams, ensuring timely delivery and quality.

The role requires five years on-site and in-office experience, strong communication in English and Afrikaans, and a valid driver’s license with own vehicle. Travel to various sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Matric, additional qualifications advantageous
• Hands on experience with 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 with excellent 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 and keep them updated as the site progresses
• Assist with sourcing quotes and comparing tenders from contractors, subcontractors and suppliers
• Liaise daily with architects, engineers, quantity surveyors and site teams and follow up with authorities on approvals
• Track procurement lead times, approvals and trade sequencing to flag delays early
• Monitor project budgets, variations and cost reports and check payment certificates
• Carry out regular site inspections for progress, workmanship and compliance with drawings
• Attend and run site and progress meetings and maintain clear minutes

Skills

Project management

Communication

Reading drawings

Site coordination

Budgeting

Education

Matric

Job description

Time Personnel seeks an experienced Project Manager (Construction) in Cape Town to lead construction projects from on-site to handover. You will coordinate with subcontractors, architects, engineers and internal teams, ensuring timely delivery and quality.

The role requires five years on-site and in-office experience, strong communication in English and Afrikaans, and a valid driver’s license with own vehicle. Travel to various sites is expected.