Senior Construction & Development Project Lead

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to oversee diverse construction and development projects in Randburg, Gauteng. You will drive planning, design, execution, site management, and handover, ensuring projects are on time, on budget, and meet the highest quality standards.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage procurement, and maintain client and stakeholder relationships while upholding safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements throughout the project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field required.
• Master's degree or professional certification (PMP, Pr.CPM) desirable.
• 8–10 years of progressive project management experience in construction/property development.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and SA building regulations.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage diverse teams and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of construction and development projects from planning to handover.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead site teams, engineers, architects, and subcontractors to ensure quality delivery.
• Oversee procurement, tenders, bid evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regs, and environmental policies.
• Maintain client relations and provide regular project updates.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Master's degree or professional certification (PMP, Pr.CPM) desirable

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to oversee diverse construction and development projects in Randburg, Gauteng. You will drive planning, design, execution, site management, and handover, ensuring projects are on time, on budget, and meet the highest quality standards.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage procurement, and maintain client and stakeholder relationships while upholding safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements throughout the project