Senior Project Manager

Oxyon People Solutions; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Cape Town is seeking a Project Manager to oversee multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and a Project Management Professional Certification. Responsibilities include training project managers, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget, and maintaining quality control on job sites. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for liaising effectively with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management.
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders.
• Experience in team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Update management on project issues with weekly reports.
• Oversee and train project managers in their tasks.
• Compile reports for performance reviews.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Communication

Knowledge of Solar

Education

Project Management Professional Certification

Job description

Role Requirements

This position requires a strong background in :

• Project Management Professional Certification
• Minimum 5 years’ experience
• Team Leadership
• Ability to communicate well with all stakeholders
• Solar knowledge an advantage

Key Responsibilities

• Update Managing Director and Finance Manager on Project Issues by issuing a weekly progress report
• Oversee and train Project Managers in their daily tasks
• Ensure that project post‑mortem analysis is presented to the Managing Director and Finance Manager
• Compile non‑conforming reports received from Project Managers for performance review at the end of the year and share with the Managing Director and Finance Manager
• Compile reports on overall project budget and timing (keep track of all projects post‑mortems and compile into one document to allow annual performance analysis)
• By liaising with the Head of Business Development and Finance Manager, optimize and reduce stand‑down as much as possible
• Ensure all teams have the required tools, vehicles, and PPE to conduct their work efficiently and safely
• Issue disciplinary warnings when required as well as assist HR with disciplinary hearings
• Allocate all projects to construction teams and sub‑contractors and keep the Action Map updated at all times
• Keep up to date with labour laws
• Ensure quality control is adhered to on all sites
• Ensure project managers are able to fulfil all duties
• Complete any additional ad hoc tasks requested by Senior Management
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget