Project Manager - Construction

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Bloemfontein project exposure

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks an experienced Project Manager - Construction to lead major building projects on site. You will oversee planning, design through to completion, ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with contractors, engineers, architects and clients to keep objectives on track.

This hands-on leadership role requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, at least six years of PM experience in commercial or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in construction project management.
• Experience managing commercial and/or residential construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, building materials, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day on-site construction operations and oversee project schedules.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and project specifications.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and controlling costs.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, and safety standards.
• Liaise effectively with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

On-site leadership

Budgeting & scheduling

Stakeholder coordination

Contractor coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and skilled Project Manager - Construction to oversee significant building projects in Bloemfontein. This role requires a hands‑on leader responsible for managing all aspects of construction projects from planning and design through to completion. You will ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, while managing budgets and timelines effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management and a proven ability to coordinate with contractors, engineers, architects, and clients to achieve project objectives in a demanding, site‑focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day on‑site construction operations and oversee project schedules.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams.
• Ensure compliance with all building codes, safety regulations, and project specifications.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and controlling costs.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, and safety standards.
• Liaise effectively with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in construction project management.
• Proven experience managing commercial and/or residential construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, building materials, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and construction scheduling tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with project completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in the construction industry.
• Involvement in impactful construction projects in Bloemfontein.
• A collaborative and safety-focused work environment.