Senior Project Manager

SET Recruitment Consultants; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead project delivery in mining. You'll manage project controls, mentor team members, and ensure compliance with all standards. Requirements include a relevant degree, 10-15 years of industry experience, and proficiency in project management tools. This role is based in Cape Town and requires strong leadership and financial skills.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years in mineral processing or related industries.
• Minimum 5 years in Project Management on large-scale mining projects.
• Experience in greenfield and brownfield projects delivering on time and under budget.
• Knowledge of open-pit and underground mining methods.
• Familiarity with EPC / EPCM contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage project controls: reporting, costs, schedules, change management.
• Develop and maintain project procedures and systems for efficient operations.
• Drive projects to meet contractual KPIs and exceed client expectations.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and risks.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to their professional development.

Skills

Project management tools proficiency

Financial skills: CAPEX / OPEX planning

Strong communication

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

University degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead overall project delivery, ensuring compliance with company, client, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project controls: reporting, costs, schedules, trends, and change management for both direct and indirect costs.
• Develop and maintain project procedures, work practices, plans, and systems for efficient team operations.
• Drive projects to meet contractual KPIs and exceed client expectations.
• Ensure compliance with commercial, safety, environmental, community, industrial relations, and quality standards.
• Audit and improve policies, procedures, and standards.
• Support business development by maintaining client relationships and identifying opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet project design criteria and deliverables.
• Mentor engineers and support professional development.
• Recommend operational efficiency improvements and contribute to business improvement initiatives.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, costs, safety, quality, environmental risks, and changes.
• Travel as required for business operations.

Minimum Requirements

• University degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10–15 years in mineral processing or related industries.
• Minimum 5 years in Project Management, preferably large-scale mining projects.
• Experience in greenfield and brownfield projects, delivering on time, within scope, and under budget.
• Knowledge of open-pit and underground mining methods.
• Proficient in project management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Strong financial skills: CAPEX / OPEX planning, cost tracking, cash flow forecasting.
• Experience managing full project lifecycle: feasibility, FEED, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, handover.
• Familiarity with EPC / EPCM contracts and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• South African Citizen or Permanent Resident, based in Cape Town.
• Strong communication, leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, delegate appropriately, and maintain high-quality deliverables.
• Technical aptitude, analytical and problem-solving skills, integrity, attention to detail, process optimization expertise, and discretion.