Senior Hybrid Civil Construction Project Manager

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a portfolio of civil construction projects in a remote-first environment across South Africa. You will oversee full lifecycle, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with high quality, leveraging modern tech and virtual collaboration.

The role requires 10+ years PM experience in civil infrastructure, registration with ECSA SACPCMP is advantageous, and the ability to manage budgets over R50 million while leading engineers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng) or SACPCMP (Pr CM) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in project management for civil construction projects.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale infrastructure projects (e.g., roads, bridges, utilities).
• In-depth knowledge of construction methodologies, project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera), and contract management.
• Proven ability to manage budgets exceeding R50 million.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects remotely and foster a cohesive virtual team environment.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Commitment to delivering projects with excellence and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of civil construction projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and closeout.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead and motivate project teams, including engineers, site supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental policies.
• Manage client relationships, stakeholder communications, and contractual obligations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and develop contingency plans.
• Monitor project progress, performance, and financial status, reporting key metrics regularly.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Resolve conflicts and address issues that arise during project execution.
• Ensure all project documentation is maintained accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Remote team leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng) or SACPCMP (Pr CM)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Contract management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent construction and engineering firm, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and oversee a portfolio of diverse civil construction projects. This role is exclusively remote, providing you with the flexibility to manage projects from any location within South Africa. You will be responsible for the full project lifecycle, from planning and execution to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is a critical role requiring strong leadership, strategic thinking, and exceptional organizational skills. Our remote-first culture empowers our project managers to operate with autonomy, supported by cutting-edge technology and a collaborative virtual environment. If you are a seasoned professional with a proven track record in managing complex civil projects and thrive in an independent work setting, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of civil construction projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and closeout.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead and motivate project teams, including engineers, site supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental policies.
• Manage client relationships, stakeholder communications, and contractual obligations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and develop contingency plans.
• Monitor project progress, performance, and financial status, reporting key metrics regularly.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Resolve conflicts and address issues that arise during project execution.
• Ensure all project documentation is maintained accurately and efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng) or SACPCMP (Pr CM) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in project management for civil construction projects.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale infrastructure projects (e.g., roads, bridges, utilities).
• In-depth knowledge of construction methodologies, project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera), and contract management.
• Proven ability to manage budgets exceeding R50 million.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects remotely and foster a cohesive virtual team environment.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Commitment to delivering projects with excellence and integrity.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with your experience and expertise.
• This fully remote position provides exceptional flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere in South Africa.
• You will lead impactful projects, gain extensive professional experience, and benefit from our robust virtual collaboration tools and support systems.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement within a leading organization are abundant.
• Embrace a career where your leadership drives significant infrastructure development, and enjoy the autonomy and work-life balance that a remote role provides.
• We are committed to fostering a supportive and high-performing remote work environment.