Remote Civil Engineering Project Manager - National Infrastructure

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Generous leave allowances

Home office setup

Online training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Civil Engineering Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of national infrastructure projects. The role is remote-first with occasional travel across South Africa and leadership of distributed teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.

You will drive planning, scheduling, risk management, and quality control while liaising with clients and authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's or PMP is highly desirable.
• 10+ years of civil engineering project management with large-scale infrastructure experience.
• Proven remote management of distributed teams and budgets over R50 million.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of civil infrastructure projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop plans with scope, budgets, timelines, resources, and risk strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams in a remote work environment and ensure on-time delivery.
• Monitor progress, mitigate risks, and maintain stakeholder communications.
• Oversee procurement, contracts, and vendor management; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Remote team leadership

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree or PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Microsoft Teams

Slack

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and highly organized Remote Civil Engineering Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of national infrastructure projects. This role is a remote-first position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, with occasional travel as required for crucial project milestones or client meetings. You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of complex civil engineering projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, execution, and closure. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage distributed teams effectively. We are looking for a proactive professional who excels in communication, risk management, and stakeholder engagement in a virtual environment. Your expertise will be crucial in driving the successful completion of projects that contribute to national development goals. This is a key role for someone passionate about infrastructure and capable of leading from a distance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of civil engineering infrastructure projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with project objectives and client requirements.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, budgets, timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance remote work environment.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement effective mitigation measures.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Oversee procurement processes, contract administration, and vendor management.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, government authorities, and other key stakeholders, maintaining strong communication channels.
• Conduct regular project reviews and provide timely status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management methodologies and processes for remote operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• A Master's degree or PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in civil engineering project management, with at least 5 years managing large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience managing projects remotely and leading distributed teams.
• Demonstrated success in managing project budgets exceeding R50 million.
• Strong understanding of project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Slack, Asana).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills tailored for remote interactions.
• Thorough knowledge of construction methodologies, engineering principles, and regulatory compliance in South Africa.
• Ability to travel nationally as needed for project oversight and critical meetings.
• Resilience, self-discipline, and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a remote setting.

Benefits

• a highly competitive salary package
• performance-based bonuses
• medical aid
• a provident fund
• generous leave allowances
• resources for setting up an effective home office
• access to online training and certifications relevant to project management and civil engineering

Join a forward-thinking company that embraces remote work and values its employees' contributions to critical national development.