On-Site Construction Project Manager — Development Leader

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of construction and development projects in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This site-focused role requires hands-on leadership to drive projects from inception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, budget compliance, and quality standards.

You will coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and regulatory bodies, manage permits, safety, and stakeholder communications, and lead multiple initiatives on-site to meet aggressive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within the construction industry.
• Proven track record of managing diverse construction projects (residential, commercial, industrial).
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, scheduling, and cost control.
• Proficiency in PM software (MS Project, Primavera P6) and CAD is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Familiarity with Gauteng building codes and regulations.
• Willing to work full-time on-site in and around Vereeniging.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle for construction and development projects, including planning, design, procurement, execution, and close-out.
• Develop detailed project plans with objectives, scope, budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Oversee and coordinate all site activities, ensuring safety and quality control.
• Manage contractor and supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and performance.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain communication with clients, stakeholders, and project teams with regular progress reports.
• Ensure permits and approvals are obtained and maintained.
• Conduct site inspections and quality assessments to meet standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

On-site management

Multitasking

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of construction and development projects in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This site-focused role requires hands-on leadership to drive projects from inception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, budget compliance, and quality standards.

You will coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and regulatory bodies, manage permits, safety, and stakeholder communications, and lead multiple initiatives on-site to meet aggressive