Project Engineer - Power Infrastructure

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health & retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Energy projects exposure

Dynamic PM environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Project Engineer to lead power infrastructure projects in the Bloemfontein region. You will oversee work from planning and design through to execution, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high quality standards.

Collaboration with engineering teams, contractors, and stakeholders is essential. The ideal candidate brings strong technical and project management skills, plus a thorough understanding of the power sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project engineering within the power infrastructure sector.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects from initiation to closure.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with engineering codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of power infrastructure projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop project scope, objectives, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Coordinate and supervise engineering teams, contractors, and suppliers involved in project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards throughout project lifecycle.
• Prepare regular project status reports and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent and experienced Project Engineer to manage key power infrastructure projects in the Bloemfontein region. This role involves overseeing projects from initial planning and design through to execution and completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for coordinating with engineering teams, contractors, and stakeholders to achieve project objectives. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical acumen, exceptional project management skills, and a thorough understanding of the power sector. Join us in shaping the future of energy infrastructure in the Free State province.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of power infrastructure projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop project scope, objectives, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Coordinate and supervise engineering teams, contractors, and suppliers involved in project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards throughout project lifecycle.
• Prepare regular project status reports and maintain project documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project engineering, specifically within the power infrastructure sector.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects from initiation to closure.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of relevant engineering codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Exposure to significant and impactful energy projects in Bloemfontein .
• A dynamic and collaborative project management environment.