Senior Electrical Project Manager — Tembisa

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund contribution

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Project Manager in Gauteng (Tembisa) to drive large electrical installations from conception to completion. You will lead engineers and staff, ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction, and steer projects within budget and schedule.

The role demands a strategic leader with deep electrical engineering knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of multi-million Rand projects in industrial or commercial settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP) is a significant advantage.
• 10+ years of project management experience in electrical engineering, preferably in industrial or commercial sectors.
• Proven experience managing multi-million Rand projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems including power distribution, motor controls, PLCs, and SCADA systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Primavera) and standard office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lifecycle of electrical projects from planning to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Manage project teams with direction, motivation, and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, vendors, and subcontractors to align projects and mitigate risks.
• Conduct regular progress meetings and prepare status reports.
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and changes with mitigation strategies.
• Oversee procurement of electrical equipment and materials for cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.
• Champion adoption of new technologies and best practices in PM and electrical engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Project Manager in Gauteng (Tembisa) to drive large electrical installations from conception to completion. You will lead engineers and staff, ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction, and steer projects within budget and schedule.

The role demands a strategic leader with deep electrical engineering knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of multi-million Rand projects in industrial or commercial settings.