Project Manager

NIMA Recruitment; Prieska; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

NIMA Recruitment seeks a Project Manager in Prieska, Northern Cape to oversee large-scale renewable energy projects. This role involves managing project plans, budget, and schedules while ensuring technical integration, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with HSE standards. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Engineering or Project Management with over 10 years of experience in energy infrastructure. Familiarity with South African regulations and proficiency in project management tools are preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in large-scale industrial or energy infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in renewable energy, chemical, or hydrogen / ammonia plant development.
• Strong understanding of EPC / EPCM delivery models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Oversee all phases: FEED, EPC procurement, construction.
• Serve as the primary liaison for shareholders and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

Job description

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Oversee all phases : FEED, EPC procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including EPC contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

Technical Oversight

• Ensure integration of solar, wind, battery, electrolysis, ammonia synthesis, and utility systems.
• Collaborate with the Owners Engineer to validate FEED deliverables and technology selections.
• Participate in HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, and other safety reviews.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement

• Serve as the primary liaison for shareholders (CENEC, Mahlako, IDC), funders, and regulatory bodies.
• Support environmental permitting, community engagement, and government coordination.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures.
• Support financial close activities and ensure bankability of project documentation.
• Manage EPC procurement process and contract negotiations.

Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Compliance

• Enforce rigorous HSE standards across all project phases.
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and maintain a project risk register.

Quality Assurance & Reporting

• Ensure QA / QC protocols are followed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and provide regular updates to the Project Steering Committee.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Bachelors or Masters in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical) or Project Management.
• 10+ years in large-scale industrial or energy infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in renewable energy, chemical, or hydrogen / ammonia plant development.
• Strong understanding of EPC / EPCM delivery models.

Preferred :

• Familiarity with South African permitting and environmental regulations.
• Experience with international and multicultural teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Primavera) and engineering software (AutoCAD).

Core Competencies :

• Strategic leadership and decision-making.
• Financial acumen and cost control.
• Technical integration and process optimization.
• Stakeholder management and communication.
• Risk and compliance oversight.

Reporting Line :

Reports to Steering Committee and interfaces with the Owners Engineer, EPC contractors, shareholders, and regulatory authorities.

• Project master plan and updated schedules.
• Budget tracking and financial reports.
• Stakeholder communications and executive briefings.
• Compliance, safety, and quality documentation.
• Successful commissioning and handover of Phase 1.

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Project Manager • prieska, Northern Cape, South Africa