Remote Senior Construction Manager

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Senior Construction Manager to oversee a portfolio of multi-million Rand projects from conception through completion. This fully remote role requires strategic leadership, advanced planning, and a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget with dispersed teams.

You will steer budgets, schedules, risk controls, and contract oversight across projects while mentoring virtual teams and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in construction management, with senior leadership.
• Experience managing multi-million Rand construction projects remotely.
• Expertise in construction law, contract management, and financial controls.
• Proficiency in leading-edge project management software and collaboration tools.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, and communication skills for remote team management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for multiple concurrent construction projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation with a remote team structure.
• Oversee contract administration, negotiation, and management of all third-party vendors and subcontractors.
• Implement and monitor robust risk management strategies to mitigate potential project challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory, safety, and quality standards across all projects.
• Lead and mentor project management teams, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance in a virtual environment.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Remote team management

Budgeting & financial controls

Risk management

Contract management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly accomplished and strategic Remote Senior Construction Manager to oversee a portfolio of significant construction projects. This fully remote position requires a leader with extensive experience in managing large-scale, complex developments from conception through completion. You will be responsible for strategic planning, financial oversight, risk management, and ensuring project success while collaborating with dispersed teams. The ideal candidate is adept at virtual leadership, possesses exceptional organizational skills, and demonstrates a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget in a remote-first setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for multiple concurrent construction projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation with a remote team structure.
• Oversee contract administration, negotiation, and management of all third-party vendors and subcontractors.
• Implement and monitor robust risk management strategies to mitigate potential project challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory, safety, and quality standards across all projects.
• Lead and mentor project management teams, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance in a virtual environment.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in construction management, with a significant portion in senior leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success in managing multi-million Rand construction projects remotely.
• Expertise in construction law, contract management, and financial controls.
• Proficiency in leading-edge project management software and collaboration tools.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, and communication skills for remote team management.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive private medical insurance and retirement planning options.
• Significant autonomy and flexibility in a fully remote work structure.
• Professional development budget for advanced certifications and training.
• Opportunity to shape the future of construction management practices within the company.