Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineering

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Company car

Travel allowance

Regional development projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks an accomplished Senior Project Manager with a strong Civil Engineering background to lead major development projects. You will manage projects from planning through handover, ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires extensive experience with large infrastructure, leadership of diverse teams, and excellence in stakeholder engagement with clients and government bodies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in civil engineering project management.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale infrastructure and construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, design, execution, and closeout of complex civil engineering projects.
• Manage project teams including engineers, consultants, contractors, and site personnel.
• Ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control throughout the lifecycle.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate challenges.
• Maintain relationships with clients, government agencies, and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager with a strong background in Civil Engineering to lead significant development projects in Polokwane. You will be responsible for the comprehensive management of projects, from initial planning and design through to construction and handover, ensuring all aspects meet high standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This leadership role requires extensive experience in managing large-scale civil infrastructure, fostering collaboration among diverse teams, and driving successful project outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, design, execution, and closeout of complex civil engineering projects.
• Manage project teams, including engineers, consultants, contractors, and site personnel.
• Ensure adherence to project schedules, budgets, and quality control standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Implement robust risk management strategies to mitigate potential project challenges.
• Maintain effective communication and relationships with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in civil engineering project management.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale infrastructure and construction projects.
• Expertise in civil engineering principles, construction methods, and project management software.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with substantial bonus potential.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Support for professional development and further education.
• Company car and travel allowance.
• Opportunity to contribute to significant regional development projects.