Project Manager (East London)

Prudent Hr Solutions Pty Ltd; East London; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic property company in South Africa is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead project completion. The ideal candidate will possess 3-5 years of project management experience, demonstrating expertise in planning, organization, and risk management. Responsibilities include managing stakeholders, developing project plans, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This role offers a chance to be part of a successful team focused on ethics and customer service.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of proven experience as a Project Manager.
• Expertise in business process and system implementation.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop project scopes and objectives with stakeholders.
• Create detailed project plans and monitor progress.
• Utilize systems and tools to measure project performance.
• Maintain client and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Data analysis

Process automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Project Manager Position

Our Client, established in ****, specializes in the development, leasing, and management of commercial and industrial real estate all over South Africa. They are offering an opportunity to become part of a dynamic property company in South Africa, where our ethos revolves around ethics, customer service, and teamwork, forming the pillars of our success.

Description

We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager to work within our team, ensuring the timely and budget-conscious completion of projects. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in project management, demonstrating a profound understanding of effective project planning, organization, and execution. The successful individual must proactively identify potential issues, taking preemptive measures to address concerns before they arise. The Project Manager should adeptly formulate plans aligned with project goals and inspire their team to operate with efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initiation to completion, coordinating resources and vendors to ensure timely and within‑budget delivery.
• Develop project scopes and objectives, engaging stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Create detailed project plans, monitor progress, and employ verification techniques to manage changes effectively.
• Utilize appropriate systems and tools to measure project performance and track key indicators.
• Maintain client and stakeholder relationships, escalating issues as necessary and minimizing project risks through effective risk management.
• Establish and nurture relationships with third‑party vendors, maintaining comprehensive project documentation throughout.
• Gather and analyze data, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and process automation.
• Implement and manage automated data processes, oversee data integrations, and support data extraction, migration, and integration efforts.
• Design, implement, and maintain dashboards and reports, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Develop processes for reconciliation, control, and exception reporting to facilitate informed decision‑making.
• Research and evaluate software options, administer various applications/programs within the organization, and undertake ad‑hoc duties as required.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and enact controls to minimize business risk within the scope of responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Project Management.
• 3–5 years of proven experience as a Project Manager, with expertise in business process and system implementation.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.