Power Infrastructure Project Lead - Substations & Transmission

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead the development and execution of large power infrastructure projects, from planning through commissioning. You will drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery while managing multi-disciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate has an engineering degree, 10+ years PM experience in energy, and PMP or equivalent credentials, with strong leadership and stakeholder management across regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or construction management qualification.
• 10+ years in project management with large-scale power or infrastructure exposure.
• PMP certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Proven track record delivering on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, scheduling, and execution of power infrastructure projects.
• Manage budgets, track expenditures, and control costs.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and regulators.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure safety, quality, and environmental compliance throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

PMP certification

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead the development and execution of large power infrastructure projects, from planning through commissioning. You will drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery while managing multi-disciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate has an engineering degree, 10+ years PM experience in energy, and PMP or equivalent credentials, with strong leadership and stakeholder management across regulatory bodies.