Project Manager - Smelter Project

Marvel Placement Consultant; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Marvel Placement Consultants seeks an experienced Project Manager for a Smelter Project in Gauteng. You will lead planning, coordination and execution from development through commissioning, managing budgets, schedules and resources.

You will coordinate engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities, oversee risk and change control, ensure health and safety, and report progress to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Project Management qualification (PMP or equivalent) would be advantageous.
• Minimum of 8 years' project management experience in mining, minerals processing, smelting, metals or heavy industrial environment.
• Proven experience managing large-scale capital projects from conceptualisation to commissioning.
• Exposure to smelter projects or metallurgical facilities would be advantageous.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, contractors, consultants and suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of PM methodologies, engineering processes, construction management and controls.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, resources, risks and contractual deliverables.
• Understanding of procurement, tendering, contract administration and construction execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination and execution of the Smelter Project from development to commissioning.
• Develop and manage execution plans, schedules, budgets and resource requirements.
• Establish objectives, milestones and performance targets.
• Ensure activities align with scope, timelines and technical specs.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee engineering deliverables and ensure standards compliance.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and interface between disciplines.
• Review drawings, technical specifications and documentation.
• Resolve project-related challenges with consultants and contractors.
• Oversee construction activities and site readiness.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, safety and quality.
• Manage procurement and contract activities.
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams; report status to management.
• Ensure risk, quality, safety and environmental requirements are met.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Problem-solving

Site visits

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

PM qualification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

MS Office

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgical, Chemical or Civil Engineering) or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Project Management qualification or certification (PMP or equivalent) would be advantageous.
• Minimum of 8 years' relevant project management experience within the mining, minerals processing, smelting, metals or heavy industrial environment.
• Proven experience managing large-scale capital projects from conceptualisation and engineering through to construction and commissioning.
• Previous exposure to smelter projects, mineral processing plants, metallurgical facilities or similar industrial projects would be highly advantageous.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors, consultants and suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, engineering processes, construction management and project controls.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, resources, risks and contractual deliverables.
• Understanding of procurement, tendering, contract administration and construction execution processes.
• Knowledge of relevant engineering standards, health and safety regulations and quality management requirements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent planning, organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple project priorities.
• Must be comfortable with regular site visits and travel to mining operations as required.

Roles and Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead the planning, coordination and execution of the Smelter Project from initial development through to completion and commissioning.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project execution plans, schedules, budgets and resource requirements.
• Establish project objectives, milestones, deliverables and performance targets.
• Ensure project activities are aligned with approved scope, timelines, budgets and technical specifications.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities to ensure effective project delivery.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective measures where required.

Engineering & Technical Coordination

• Oversee engineering activities and ensure technical deliverables meet project requirements and applicable standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and ensure effective integration between engineering disciplines.
• Review and monitor engineering designs, technical specifications, drawings and project documentation.
• Facilitate technical reviews and ensure engineering changes are properly assessed and managed.
• Work closely with technical specialists, consultants and contractors to resolve project-related challenges.

Construction & Site Management

• Oversee construction activities and ensure work is executed in accordance with approved project plans, specifications and schedules.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, safety and contractor performance.
• Coordinate site activities between contractors, engineering teams, suppliers and operational personnel.
• Identify construction-related risks, delays and constraints and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure construction activities comply with applicable health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Monitor site readiness and coordinate activities leading towards commissioning and operational handover.

Budget, Schedule & Project Controls

• Manage project budgets, expenditure, cash flow and cost forecasts.
• Monitor project schedules and ensure key milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Identify potential cost overruns, delays and resource constraints and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee project reporting, progress tracking and performance monitoring.
• Manage project variations, change requests and scope adjustments.
• Ensure accurate project records and reporting are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Procurement & Contract Management

• Coordinate procurement activities in line with project requirements and approved budgets.
• Oversee tender processes, contractor appointments and supplier engagements.
• Manage contractor and consultant performance against contractual obligations.
• Review contractual deliverables, progress claims and project-related submissions.
• Ensure procurement and contract activities support the overall project execution strategy.

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Provide leadership and direction to multidisciplinary project teams.
• Maintain effective communication with senior management, engineering teams, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate project progress meetings and ensure outstanding actions are addressed.
• Prepare and present project status reports, highlighting progress, risks, challenges and key milestones.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Escalate critical project issues and provide recommendations to support timely decision-making.

Risk, Quality, Health & Safety

• Identify, assess and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure appropriate risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans are implemented.
• Monitor compliance with relevant engineering standards, quality requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture across all project activities.
• Ensure quality assurance and quality control processes are implemented and maintained.
• Monitor project compliance with organisational policies, procedures and governance requirements.

Commissioning & Project Close-Out

• Oversee commissioning planning and coordinate activities with engineering, construction and operational teams.
• Ensure systems, equipment and facilities are completed and tested in accordance with project specifications.
• Coordinate outstanding works, punch lists and final inspections.
• Ensure all technical documentation, project records and handover requirements are completed.
• Facilitate the successful handover of the completed project to the operational team.
• Ensure project close-out activities are completed in accordance with established project requirements.

Closing Date

Submissions for this vacancy will close on 10November 2026. Late applications may still be considered until 2December 2026.

PoPI Act Compliance

Marvel Placement Consultants adheres to theProtection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4 of 2013). Section 9 of PoPI states that “Personal Information may only be processed if, given the purpose for which it is processed, it is adequate, relevant and not excessive.”