Remote Lead Electrical Project Engineer for Global Projects

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Professional development opportunities

Global project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Project Engineer for a fully remote position. You will oversee end-to-end execution of diverse electrical projects, managing lifecycles from concept to completion and coordinating with stakeholders worldwide.

The role requires 8+ years in electrical engineering with strong project management, deep knowledge of design, construction, and commissioning, and proficiency with MS Project or Primavera P6. Global projects offer significant autonomy.

Qualifications

• Eight+ years of electrical engineering experience with a strong project-management focus.
• Experience leading multi-discipline teams, including remote or dispersed groups.
• Proven track record delivering complex electrical projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and closing of multiple electrical projects concurrently.
• Develop scope, schedule, and budgets; allocate resources effectively.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, vendors, and clients to ensure smooth delivery.
• Oversee electrical designs; ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation plans.
• Conduct regular virtual project reviews and prepare progress reports for stakeholders.
• Maintain clear communication among project teams across locations.
• Manage contracts, drawings, specifications, and change orders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and staff.
• Drive project closure activities and lessons-learned sessions.

Skills

Project management

Remote team leadership

Electrical systems design

Stakeholder management

Budget management

MS Project

Primavera P6

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng.) registration (preferred)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Project Engineer for a fully remote position. You will oversee end-to-end execution of diverse electrical projects, managing lifecycles from concept to completion and coordinating with stakeholders worldwide.

The role requires 8+ years in electrical engineering with strong project management, deep knowledge of design, construction, and commissioning, and proficiency with MS Project or Primavera P6. Global projects offer significant autonomy.