Senior Project Manager - Energy Infrastructure

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Career advancement

Exposure to major projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to oversee critical energy infrastructure projects in Klerksdorp. You will manage the full lifecycle from initiation through closure, ensuring on-time delivery, staying within budget, and upholding the highest quality standards.

You will coordinate with engineers, contractors, and regulatory bodies, develop comprehensive plans, lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, and report progress to stakeholders while ensuring safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on energy infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams to achieve project objectives.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes effectively, ensuring mitigation strategies are implemented.
• Oversee contractor performance and ensure adherence to contract terms and specifications.
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, providing progress reports and managing expectations.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and quality control procedures.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and approve invoices.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the Energy sector , is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to oversee critical infrastructure projects in Klerksdorp . This high-impact role involves managing the full lifecycle of complex energy projects, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, coordinating with diverse stakeholders including engineers, contractors, and regulatory bodies. This position is ideal for an experienced leader ready to take on significant responsibility within the growing North West energy landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams to achieve project objectives.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes effectively, ensuring mitigation strategies are implemented.
• Oversee contractor performance and ensure adherence to contract terms and specifications.
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, providing progress reports and managing expectations.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and quality control procedures.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and approve invoices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on energy infrastructure projects .
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Significant bonus potential tied to project success.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading energy company .
• Exposure to major projects shaping the region's energy future.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment in Klerksdorp .