Lead Project Manager – PDS Projects

JLL; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Project Manager to lead projects through the full lifecycle in Johannesburg. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage vendors, and ensure deliverables meet scope, time and budget targets while maintaining risk controls.

Responsibilities include developing detailed project plans, managing scope changes, tracking progress, and maintaining client relationships. A degree in Project Management and professional registration are required.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Project Management, Construction Management, or related field.
• Professional registration with SACPCMP or PMI (Project Management Institute).
• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in a similar project management role.
• Demonstrated experience managing complete project lifecycles.
• Complete proficiency in Microsoft Office Project.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, best practices, methods, and tools.
• Effective operational proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Understand and manage the entire project lifecycle from initiation through closeout.
• Support the Director on assigned projects with proactive, solution-oriented approach.
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for flawless project execution.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Develop detailed project plans to monitor and track progress.
• Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Report progress and elevate issues to Director as needed.

Skills

Project lifecycle management

Vendor management

English proficiency

Education

Degree or Diploma in Project Management

Professional registration with SACPCMP or PMI

Tools

Microsoft Office Project

Job description

JLL is seeking a Project Manager to lead projects through the full lifecycle in Johannesburg. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage vendors, and ensure deliverables meet scope, time and budget targets while maintaining risk controls.

Responsibilities include developing detailed project plans, managing scope changes, tracking progress, and maintaining client relationships. A degree in Project Management and professional registration are required.