Lead Mechanical Project Engineer - Deliver Key Projects

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance-based incentives

Health and wellness programs

Generous annual leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking a proactive Mechanical Project Engineer to lead and deliver mechanical projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time, within-budget execution and adherence to technical specs. You will liaise with design, procurement, construction and commissioning teams, manage risks, and maintain thorough documentation.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a solid background in mechanical engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of mechanical project management experience.
• Experience with PMI or PRINCE2 project management methodologies.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules and resources.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and deliver mechanical projects on time and within budget.
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams.
• Oversee contractors to ensure quality and compliance with requirements.
• Maintain project plans, risk assessments, and progress reports.
• Identify risks and mitigate issues affecting delivery.
• Ensure safety regulations and industry best practices are followed.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Budget management

Construction coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PMI

PRINCE2

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking a proactive Mechanical Project Engineer to lead and deliver mechanical projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time, within-budget execution and adherence to technical specs. You will liaise with design, procurement, construction and commissioning teams, manage risks, and maintain thorough documentation.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a solid background in mechanical engineering.