Project Manager - Energy Infrastructure

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Safe collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead energy infrastructure projects in Durban. You will oversee planning, execution, and delivery, coordinating diverse teams and stakeholders to meet schedule, budget, and quality targets.

The role calls for strong leadership, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven track record in managing large-scale energy projects. A competitive package and career development opportunities are offered in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 6+ years of project management experience in energy or large-scale infrastructure.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong organization and time management.
• Solid understanding of PMI/Agile project management practices.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience with MS Project or Primavera.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans including scope, budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Manage day-to-day operations ensuring milestones and deliverables are met.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and regulators.
• Identify and mitigate risks with proactive strategies.
• Monitor progress and prepare status reports for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

PM methodologies

Budgeting

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Construction Management)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Manager to lead critical projects within the energy infrastructure domain in Durban . This role is essential for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex energy projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will manage all aspects of project lifecycles, from inception to completion, coordinating with diverse teams and stakeholders. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven track record in managing large-scale projects within the demanding energy sector, contributing to the region's energy development and sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for energy infrastructure projects .
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects, ensuring milestones are met and deliverables are achieved.
• Coordinate and liaise with internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, implementing proactive strategies to prevent delays and cost overruns.
• Monitor project progress, prepare regular status reports, and communicate updates to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to all safety, environmental, and quality standards throughout project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of project management experience, with a strong focus on the energy sector or large-scale infrastructure.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, demonstrating excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience with project management software such as MS Project or Primavera.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with performance-related incentives.
• Opportunity to manage significant projects in the energy sector .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Structured career development and training programs.
• A collaborative work environment that values innovation and safety.