Senior Construction Manager - Lead Major Soweto Projects

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Profit sharing potential

Career development opportunities

Impactful projects in Soweto

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Construction Manager to lead major projects in Soweto, Gauteng. You will drive planning, execution, and delivery while ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and quality targets are met.

This executive role requires strong leadership and a proven track record in complex construction management. The role offers opportunities to shape impactful developments, collaborate with stakeholders, and deliver projects that meet client expectations within a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in construction management and delivering complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, PM methodologies, and best practices.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and MS Project and related construction technologies.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent financial acumen and budget management experience.
• Understanding of health and safety legislation in construction.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple large-scale projects concurrently.
• Registered PCM or similar accreditation is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and completion of construction projects from start to finish.
• Lead project teams including site engineers, foremen, and subcontractors.
• Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations on all sites.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Control costs, manage finances, and approve expenditures.
• Ensure work quality meets specifications and client expectations.
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, consultants, and regulators.
• Resolve site-specific issues and present regular project reports to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Financial acumen

Project management

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Multi-project management

Education

Civil Engineering

CM degree

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Construction Manager to lead major projects in Soweto, Gauteng. You will drive planning, execution, and delivery while ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and quality targets are met.

This executive role requires strong leadership and a proven track record in complex construction management. The role offers opportunities to shape impactful developments, collaborate with stakeholders, and deliver projects that meet client expectations within a dynamic,