Project Manager

Appleworxsa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in South Africa is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager with a strong engineering and construction background. In this role, you will plan, coordinate, and manage projects from start to finish, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, excellent leadership skills, and relevant certifications. Join a dynamic team and contribute to strategic, high-impact projects.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on strategic, high-impact projects

Collaborative and professional work environment

Career growth and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in engineering and / or construction environments.
• Strong understanding of civil works, construction methodologies, and engineering standards.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage engineering and construction projects from initiation to completion.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Manage budgets, timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

PMP / Prince2 certification

Job description

Appleworx is seeking a highly motivatedProject Managerwith a strongengineering and construction backgroundto join our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage engineering and construction projects from initiation to completion.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Manage budgets, timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations.
• Oversee contractors, subcontractors, and technical teams on-site.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure smooth project execution.
• Prepare and present progress reports, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in engineering and / or construction environments.
• Strong understanding of civil works, construction methodologies, and engineering standards.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• PMP / Prince2 certification (advantageous).

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on strategic, high-impact projects.
• A collaborative and professional work environment.
• Career growth and development within a forward-thinking company.

How to Apply

Send your CV and cover letter to with the subject line: Project Manager – Engineering & Construction.