Remote Lead Construction Project Manager

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health insurance

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan options

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa invites a seasoned Lead Construction Project Manager to drive large remote projects. You’ll own planning, scheduling, budgeting and stakeholder coordination across global teams, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with top quality.

You bring 10+ years leading complex construction programs, a relevant degree, and proficiency with MS Project, Primavera P6 or Procore. Expect a flexible, fully remote role with strong compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field.
• 10+ years in construction project management, with leadership roles.
• Proven success delivering large, complex construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all construction project phases from planning to closeout.
• Develop detailed plans: scope, budget, schedule, resources.
• Lead site staff, subcontractors and consultants; ensure collaboration.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, implement mitigations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environment and quality standards.
• Liaise with clients and regulators to manage expectations.
• Procure materials and manage vendor contracts/relationships.
• Conduct site inspections or remote monitoring and progress reviews.
• Prepare and present regular reports to senior management and clients.
• Promote best practices in remote project management methodologies.]
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Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Remote team management

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Related field (Civil Eng, Architecture)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Procore

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa invites a seasoned Lead Construction Project Manager to drive large remote projects. You’ll own planning, scheduling, budgeting and stakeholder coordination across global teams, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with top quality.

You bring 10+ years leading complex construction programs, a relevant degree, and proficiency with MS Project, Primavera P6 or Procore. Expect a flexible, fully remote role with strong compensation and benefits.