Senior Engineering Project Manager - Mining & Heavy

Royal IHC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal IHC seeks an experienced Project Manager in Cape Town to lead complex projects from enquiry to handover. You will manage scope, schedule, and budget, while guiding the project team and coordinating with client stakeholders.

The role reports to the Project Engineering Manager and requires strong leadership, planning, and communication skills. The position offers a full-time contract with a competitive remuneration package and a flexible working arrangement in a dynamic, global shipbuilding

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering degree in mechanical/electrical/mechatronic engineering.
• Proven PM experience of 10–12 years in heavy engineering or related fields.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineering Manager to develop the yearly operation plan.
• Set up projects at enquiry and award stages and assemble project teams.
• Lead the project team and manage scope, schedule, cost and quality.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive project schedule and budget.
• Establish a robust HS&E plan and ensure compliance throughout project phases.
• Coordinate with clients and suppliers to obtain approvals and manage changes.
• Handle procurement, design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning stages.
• Maintain clear communications with client and interdepartmental disciplines.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

MS Project

Teamwork

Travel

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Education

B.Tech / B.Sc / B.Eng in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Royal IHC seeks an experienced Project Manager in Cape Town to lead complex projects from enquiry to handover. You will manage scope, schedule, and budget, while guiding the project team and coordinating with client stakeholders.

The role reports to the Project Engineering Manager and requires strong leadership, planning, and communication skills. The position offers a full-time contract with a competitive remuneration package and a flexible working arrangement in a dynamic, global shipbuilding