Project Manager - Engineering (Centurion)

JenRec Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic R&D company in electro-optical systems based in Johannesburg is seeking a Project Manager. The ideal candidate will oversee product and technical development projects, ensuring alignment with company strategies while managing cross-functional teams in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 510 years of project management experience in engineering.
• Proven track record in technology-driven sectors.
• Practical experience with PMBOK and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define, scope, and contract projects internally or externally.
• Manage project lifecycle across development, production, support, and decommissioning.
• Facilitate acceptance testing and handover to production.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Risk Management

Education

Bachelors Degree or higher in Engineering

Certification in Project Management

Formal Project Management training

Tools

PMBOK

Prince2

Agile

Project Management Software

Job description

A dynamic and growing R&D company specializing in electro-optical systems and machine learning technologies is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its team on a full-time basis. The organization operates in a lively, casual office environment and focuses on the development and production of advanced technologies with applications in both civilian and security sectors, and select defence-related domains.

Primary Purpose of the Role :

The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and managing :

• Product and technical development projects
• Production projects related to these products and components
• Support and lifecycle projects associated with the companys technologies

All project work must align with broader product development strategies.

Qualifications Required :

• Bachelors Degree or higher in Engineering (required)
• Formal project management training or equivalent (required)
• Certification in Project Management or successful completion of a relevant course

Required Experience :

• 510 years of project management experience in an engineering environment (required)
• Proven track record of managing development projects in technology-driven sectors; experience in the military technology environment is a strong advantage
• Practical experience with project management methodologies including PMBOK (required), Prince2 and / or Agile (required)
• Experience using formal project management software and tools (required)
• Strong project planning, control techniques, and change management in complex environments (required)
• Experience leading diverse engineering and technical teams (required)
• Contract negotiation skills and understanding of total cost of ownership (preferred)
• Experience creating and managing Business Plans (preferred)
• Background in the aerospace industry is advantageous but not required

Key Responsibilities :

• Define, scope, and contract projects internally or externally
• Negotiate objectives, outcomes, deliverables, schedules, and costs with stakeholders
• Align projects with systems engineering requirements, technical risk mitigation, and testing strategies
• Manage project lifecycle across development, production, support, and decommissioning
• Create Business Plans and establish business metrics for success
• Ensure milestones are achieved within quality, time, cost, and risk parameters
• Manage internal development teams and external contractors
• Oversee procurement, SHE (Safety, Health, Environment), and facility resources for project delivery
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders and project reporting on metrics, risks, and progress
• Facilitate acceptance testing and handover to production, ensuring complete documentation and specifications

Ideal Candidate Profile :

• A naturally assertive yet respectful leader
• Goal-oriented and able to balance time, cost, and quality effectively
• Self-driven, proactive, and risk-aware with strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communicator with strong conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills
• Organized and methodical, yet adaptable to the demands of a dynamic R&D environment
• Enthusiastic and confident, with a professional demeanor
• Committed to ensuring project success through hands-on involvement

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