Senior Aviation Project Lead: Hybrid & High-Impact Programs

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Aviation Project Manager for our client, a dynamic aviation services company, based in Mahikeng, North West. You will lead aviation projects from initiation to closure, managing scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder relations in a hybrid work environment.

The role requires a minimum of 7 years in aviation project management, a Bachelor-level degree in a related field, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on aviation projects.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects involving aircraft, infrastructure, or operational systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of aviation projects from initiation to closure.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional project teams, including engineers, technicians, and operational staff.
• Ensure effective communication and stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress against established plans and report on key performance indicators.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant aviation regulations and safety standards.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations where applicable.
• Facilitate project reviews and ensure lessons learned are captured for future projects.

Skills

PMP certification

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Budget management

Project management methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, or Business Administration

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Jira

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Aviation Project Manager for our client, a dynamic aviation services company, based in Mahikeng, North West. You will lead aviation projects from initiation to closure, managing scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder relations in a hybrid work environment.

The role requires a minimum of 7 years in aviation project management, a Bachelor-level degree in a related field, and strong leadership and communication skills.