Senior Project Coordinator

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Project Coordinator to lead large-scale projects in sectors such as construction, renewable energy, and oil & gas. The ideal candidate should have 3–5 years of project management experience, strong leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include supervising junior project managers and ensuring project goals are met within timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of project management experience in relevant sectors.
• Experience overseeing turnkey contracts and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of installation projects.
• Supervise junior project managers across multiple projects.
• Act as main contact for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team coordination

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Senior Project Coordinator job vacancy in Cape Town.

Are you a proven project leader in construction, oil & gas or renewable energy? A global manufacturing company is looking for a Senior Project Coordinator to oversee Junior Project Coordinators and drive large-scale, high-impact projects from planning to client handover.

You’ll work closely with engineers and cross-functional teams, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and safety standards are met.

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of hands-on project management experience in the renewable energy, construction, or infrastructure sectors
• Demonstrated success in delivering complex, large-scale projects on time and within scope
• Experience overseeing turnkey contracts and coordinating with multidisciplinary contractor teams
• Proficient in project management tools and software for planning, tracking, and reporting
• Skilled in interpreting technical drawings and collaborating effectively with engineering professionals
• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities, with a focus on performance and accountability
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders
• Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive, results-oriented approach

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead planning and execution of installation and maintenance projects
• Define project scope, timelines, resources, and budgets
• Oversee civil works, instrumentation, and commissioning phases
• Supervise junior project managers across multiple projects
• Review and approve project plans, reports, and close-out documents
• Conduct performance check-ins and mentorship sessions
• Act as the main contact for clients and stakeholders
• Attend client meetings and provide progress updates
• Coordinate with engineering, HSE, and procurement teams
• Ensure site readiness and validate pre-installation requirements
• Manage timely delivery of materials, equipment, and staff
• Oversee on-site teams in collaboration with supervisors
• Resolve on-site issues and escalate when necessary
• Approve HSE files and lead project risk assessments
• Conduct toolbox talks and ensure safety compliance
• Track progress through daily and weekly reporting
• Finalize close-out and installation documentation
• Monitor budgets and flag cost variances early
• Approve timesheets, travel, and material requests
• Optimise crew scheduling and equipment use