Project Engineer: Lead Cross-Functional, On-Time Projects

Vital Element; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A project management firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Project Engineer to lead projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, minimum 3 years of experience in project engineering, and proficiency in Microsoft Suite. This role demands strong leadership and communication skills for effective collaboration with various teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a Project Engineering position.
• Experience with Gantt charts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Adherence to project timelines.
• Budget oversight.
• Quality control.
• Safety performance.
• Project completion and handover.
• Collaboration with Department Heads and other stakeholders to formulate project plans and schedules.
• Execution of feasibility studies and risk evaluations.
• Coordination and supervision of design, procurement, and construction stages of projects.
• Management of project budgets and expense tracking.
• Site visits to oversee construction progress.
• Facilitation of effective communication and resolution of project-related issues.
• Leadership of project meetings.
• Post-project evaluations to learn lessons and implement best practices.

Skills

Verbal and written communication abilities

Organizational capabilities

Leadership qualities

Project Management

Technical expertise

Problem-solving abilities

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Adaptability

Risk management capabilities

Regulatory compliance

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Additional Project Management qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word)

Job description

A project management firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Project Engineer to lead projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, minimum 3 years of experience in project engineering, and proficiency in Microsoft Suite. This role demands strong leadership and communication skills for effective collaboration with various teams and stakeholders.