Project Manager

Communicate Recruitment; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced project manager in Richards Bay, South Africa. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of supervisory experience in a technical environment. Responsibilities include managing project scopes, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and maintaining client relationships. Willingness to travel is required. Competitive compensation package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supervisory or project management experience in a technical environment.
• Strong organisational, coordination, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure.
• Customer service-oriented with proven client management experience.
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Analyze scope of work and ensure compliance with standards.
• Record and communicate client specifications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor progress to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Coordinate with internal teams and subcontractors to achieve milestones.
• Perform project scheduling, cost control, and reporting using ERP systems.
• Oversee estimation, tender preparation, and invoicing processes.
• Maintain strong client relationships and pursue new business opportunities.

Skills

Supervisory or project management experience

Organisational skills

Negotiation skills

Project scheduling

Budgeting

Communication skills

Client management

Decision-making under pressure

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Project Management or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Analyze scope of work and ensure compliance with contractual, quality, and safety standards
• Record and communicate client specifications throughout the project lifecycle
• Monitor progress to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery
• Coordinate with internal teams and subcontractors to achieve project milestones
• Perform project scheduling, cost control, and reporting using ERP systems
• Oversee estimation, tender preparation, and invoicing processes
• Maintain strong client relationships and pursue new business opportunities

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years supervisory or project management experience in a technical environment
• Strong organisational, coordination, and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure
• Customer service-oriented with proven client management experience
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally at short notice

Qualification

• Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Degree in Project Management or a related field

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

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