Senior Electrical Engineer - Project Management

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Project completion bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with strong project management skills to join the team in Randburg. The role oversees electrical projects from inception to completion, providing technical leadership, budget control, timelines, and stakeholder communication to ensure high standards of quality and safety.

You will lead planning, design, procurement, installation, and commissioning phases, and work with clients, contractors, and internal teams to drive successful

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years in electrical engineering with at least 3 years in project management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex electrical projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Oversee the design, procurement, installation, and commissioning phases of electrical systems.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required technical specifications.
• Manage project risks, identify potential issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Conduct site visits and progress inspections to monitor project execution.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with strong project management skills to join their team in Randburg . This role is central to overseeing the successful execution of electrical engineering projects from inception to completion. You will be responsible for technical leadership, budget control, timeline management, and stakeholder communication, ensuring all projects meet high standards of quality and safety. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented engineer to lead challenging projects in a fast-paced environment within Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Oversee the design, procurement, installation, and commissioning phases of electrical systems.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required technical specifications.
• Manage project risks, identify potential issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Conduct site visits and progress inspections to monitor project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 3 years in project management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex electrical projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and project completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• Access to cutting-edge project management software and resources.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in Randburg .