Project Manager

Many in 2 one; Delmas; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee projects from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing construction projects simultaneously, ensuring all objectives are met within strict timeframes. This hands-on role demands exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. Candidates should have a strong background in civil and steel construction and be well-versed in project management principles.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of proven track record in managing projects in civil and steel construction.
• 5-7 years' experience in project management at a similar level.
• Computer literacy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, execution, and finalization within deadlines and budgets.
• Manage teams and resources effectively to achieve project goals.
• Develop and deliver progress reports and manage project expectations.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Decision-making ability

Education

Completed matric grade 12

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

The role of the project manager is to overall the planning, execution on and project finalization on according to

strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources, coordinating the efforts of project team

members and third-party contractors and / or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. The

project manager will also review and monitor the projects objectives and assure compliance and oversee

quality control throughout its life cycle.

Responsibilities

Oversee the direction on and management of the project from beginning to end, either in tenders or in

commercial.

Ensure project definitions, scope, goals and deliverables supporting business goals are in place in

collaboration on with senior management and stakeholders.

Strategical develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.

Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and

clear fashion.

Oversee and strategically manage estimating the resources and participants needed to achieve

project goals.

Overall budget management, budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes were

Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquision of required personnel

from within the company.

Strategically plan the need for additional staff and / or consultants and make the appropriate

recruitments if necessary, during project cycle.

Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.

Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.

Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.

Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths.

Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.

Track project milestones and deliverables.

Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documenta on and presentation

Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results and

troubleshoot problem areas.

Pro-actively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans.

Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved par es throughout project life cycle.

Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members, contractors and influence them to

take positive ac on and accountability for their assigned work.

Build, develop and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.

Conduct project postmortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful

and unsuccessful project elements.

Develop best practices and tools for project execution on and management.

Managing of quality control system with erection onsite from star ng to the finalization of the project

and subsequent sign off with client or relevant representative.

Adhere to B&T safety rules and regulations and maintain said rules in the workplace.

Other duties as assigned.

SHEQ KPI’S

• Ensure reported of near misses and incidents are actioned.
• Use and care of PPE when issued.
• Adhere to PPE requirements in the workplace.
• Ensure safety and environmental requirements are met.
• Ensure quality requirements are defined and met.
• Ensure permits to work are in place and effective.
• Comple on of inspection registers and toolbox talks.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school

diploma or equivalent.

Completed matric grade 12.

7-10 Years’ proven track records in strategically managing projects, preferably with multiple projects

running simultaneously, set priori es, identify and address problems, meet deadlines and stay within

budgets.

7-10 Years’ experience of production in the civil and steel construction industry.

5-7 Years’ specific project management at similar level – this is a hands-on-role.

3-5 Years’ JBCC exposure and knowledge.

QA / QC experience advantages.

Advanced reading, writing

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Ability to apply common sense

Ability to create and manage budgets.

Strong leadership skills.

Strong organizational, inter-personal and planning skills.

Strong communication and listening skills.

Strong observational skills.

Strong problem solving and decision-making ability.

Personal qualities required : safety conscious, alert, responsible, practical, patient, able to relate well

to a wide range of people and calm in emergencies, must be a self-starter.

Computer literacy Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint proficient.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Work involves frequent lifting of heavy

materials. Machinery and tool operation require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to :

eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots and hardhats. Travelling to sites, site visits, report writing

etc.

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