Project Manager

Pedros; Durban; On-site; ZAR 480 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company is seeking a Project Manager in Durban to oversee and manage the planning and execution of new stores and renovations. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and at least 4 years of project management experience, particularly in QSR and retail. Strong organizational and technical skills are essential. This role involves liaising with various stakeholders, managing budgets, and ensuring projects are completed on time and to specification.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Project Management or related fields.
• 4 years of Project Management experience.
• Experience in Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) and Retail projects preferred.
• Strong email and office suite skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tasks in building new stores and revamping existing ones.
• Liaise with stakeholders during store builds.
• Plan and ensure timely completion of store builds.
• Manage project budgets and feasibility.

Skills

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Technical Savvy

Communication Skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Project Management, Building and/or Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the planning, coordinating, overseeing and managing of projects from conception to completion within time, budget, and the highest quality. This will entail both new stores and revamps within the group’s portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Development team with all tasks required in the build of new Pedros stores, or the revamp & remodel of existing stores.
• Liaise with Landlords, Franchise Partners, and Operations during store builds.
• Plan and setup new store build from Pre Beneficial-Occupation until final completion.
• Determine the scope of works for revamp stores.
• Programme and scheduling of work by contractors, suppliers, and internal distribution to ensure timeous completion.
• Ensure that stores are built as per plan and specification.
• Tender out the project to approved suppliers.
• Ensure budgets and feasibility is done and signed off.
• Engage with new suppliers/contractors where required.
• Ensure build work / workmanship is of acceptable quality.
• Add creative ideas to the design and look and feel of stores to keep them up to date with latest contemporary trends.
• Ensure all compliance certificates are received.
• Follow up and ensure all snags are completed timeously.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Project Management, Building and/or Quantity Surveying.
• 4 years Project Management experience
• Experience in QSR and Retail projects preferred.
• Expert Email, Word, PowerPoint, Excel skills
• Impeccable attention to detail
• Impeccable organisational skills
• Calm under pressure
• Tech savvy

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