Remote Project Manager - Large-Scale Construction

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete remote work

Competitive remuneration package

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Project Manager to lead multi-million rand construction projects from a fully remote setup in South Africa.

You will plan, budget, and coordinate with distributed teams, suppliers, and clients, ensuring safety and compliance while driving profitability.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in construction project management, a relevant degree, and PMP or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• 10+ years of proven experience in project management within the construction industry.
• Experience managing remote and distributed teams.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Primavera P6, and collaboration tools.
• Strong financial, budgeting and cost-control skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from inception to handover within scope, budget and schedule.
• Create and implement project plans with resources, risks, quality controls.
• Communicate with remote teams, clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Manage project finances including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, profitability.
• Identify and mitigate risks with contingency plans.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and report to senior management.
• Foster a productive remote work environment and motivate teams.

Skills

Remote leadership

Budget management

Risk management

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Engineering degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Asana

Slack

Zoom

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a globally recognized leader in large-scale infrastructure development and construction, seeking an exceptional and highly experienced Remote Project Manager. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa while managing groundbreaking construction projects. You will be at the forefront of orchestrating complex builds, from initial planning and stakeholder engagement to successful completion, all while operating from a remote setting. We are looking for a candidate with a robust background in managing multi-million rand construction projects, possessing a keen eye for detail, exceptional leadership qualities, and the ability to drive results in a distributed team environment. This role is critical to our client's mission of delivering high-quality, innovative construction solutions across various sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of construction projects from inception to handover, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and timeline.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including resource allocation, risk management, and quality control strategies.
• Effectively communicate with remote project teams, clients, consultants, and subcontractors through various digital platforms.
• Manage project finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, ensuring profitability.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues proactively, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular project performance reviews and provide detailed reports to senior management.
• Foster a collaborative and productive remote work environment, motivating teams to achieve project goals.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 10 years of proven experience in project management within the construction industry, with a significant portion managing large-scale projects.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects remotely and leading distributed teams effectively.
• Expertise in project management software and digital collaboration tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6, Asana, Slack, Zoom).
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management and cost control.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, adapted for remote interaction.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high productivity levels in a remote setting.

Benefits

• This role offers the unique advantage of complete remote work, providing unparalleled flexibility.
• Our client provides a highly competitive remuneration package, performance-based bonuses, and opportunities for professional development.
• You will be part of an innovative and forward-thinking company that is a leader in the construction sector, contributing to significant projects that shape our built environment.
• Experience the freedom and challenge of managing major construction projects without geographical constraints.