Senior Electrical Project Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Large-scale projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to manage and deliver major electrical projects in Kimberley. You will oversee planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management to ensure on-time, on-scope, and high-quality delivery.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in electrical project management, with a proven track record of successful project delivery and strong leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of experience delivering electrical engineering projects.
• Proven track record delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
• Experience with contract management and vendor negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closing of electrical engineering projects.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules, and manage resources.
• Oversee electrical design, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and client requirements.
• Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project progress with stakeholders in Kimberley.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Electrical Project Engineer to manage and deliver significant electrical engineering projects in Kimberley . This role requires a blend of technical expertise, project management acumen, and leadership skills to guide projects from initiation to successful completion. You will be responsible for all phases of project execution, including planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver, adept at stakeholder management, and committed to driving project success within the challenging yet rewarding industrial landscape of the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closing of electrical engineering projects.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules, and manage resources effectively.
• Oversee electrical design, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, safety regulations, and client requirements.
• Manage project risks, identify potential issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and outcomes to stakeholders regularly in Kimberley .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in project engineering or project management, specifically in electrical projects.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex electrical projects on schedule and within budget.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience with contract management and vendor negotiation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and project completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Exposure to large-scale, impactful industrial projects.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment in Kimberley .