Senior Project Engineer – Chemical Plant Build Randburg

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract rate

Long-term engagement

Diverse project exposure

Travel allowances

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Project Engineer to oversee chemical plant construction projects in Randburg, Gauteng. You will lead from planning and design through procurement, construction, commissioning and handover, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and strict safety and quality standards.

The role requires 8+ years in project engineering/management with strong EPC background and the ability to manage multiple priorities on-site in Randburg.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of project engineering/management experience, with focus on chemical plant construction.
• Proven track record of delivering complex capital projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of EPC processes.
• Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and resources of chemical plant projects.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, milestones, and critical path analysis.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, and services per company standards.
• Supervise site construction ensuring adherence to designs, specifications, and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors and subcontractors.
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress meetings to monitor status.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) requirements.
• Manage commissioning and start-up phases of the plant.
• Prepare project status reports for senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Project Engineer to oversee chemical plant construction projects in Randburg, Gauteng. You will lead from planning and design through procurement, construction, commissioning and handover, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and strict safety and quality standards.

The role requires 8+ years in project engineering/management with strong EPC background and the ability to manage multiple priorities on-site in Randburg.