Senior Engineering Project Lead | Large-Scale Initiatives

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Professional development

Medical insurance

Safe environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit seeks a Senior Project Manager with a strong engineering background to drive complex initiatives from concept to completion. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage resources, and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will guide project planning, define scope, allocate resources, mitigate risks, and report on financial performance to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience in engineering project management.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale engineering projects.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering required; mechanical, electrical, or civil preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex engineering projects.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Lead and mentor project teams comprised of engineers and technical specialists.
• Ensure all engineering projects comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and provide regular financial reports.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders, including clients and internal departments.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Engineering knowledge

Communication

Risk management

Team mentoring

Software tools

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

PM software

Job description

Placements24 in Nelspruit seeks a Senior Project Manager with a strong engineering background to drive complex initiatives from concept to completion. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage resources, and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will guide project planning, define scope, allocate resources, mitigate risks, and report on financial performance to stakeholders.