Senior Project Manager (Engineering)

Hedz recruitment solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Project Manager in Johannesburg to oversee planning, execution, and completion of projects. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5-10 years of project management experience, and proficiency in MS Office and project management tools. Candidates must have strong leadership and communication skills. The salary is negotiable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of project management experience in Consulting Engineers/Construction.
• Proven track record of managing all aspects of a project lifecycle.
• Experience in strategic planning, risk management, or change management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and define project goals, scope, and deliverables.
• Create comprehensive project plans and coordinate staff and resources.
• Monitor project progress and report on milestones and deliverables.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting of projects.
• Identify and minimize project risks.

Skills

MS Office expertise

Leadership skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree or PMP certification

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Overview

Our client a well established engineering consulting firm is seeking teh services of a Project Manager for the JHB area.The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and successfully completing projects within the allotted timeline and budget. This role demands strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage complex projects across various departments.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or related field.
• A Masters degree or an advanced certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5-10 years of project management experience in Consulting Engineers / Construction.
• Proven track record of managing all aspects of a project lifecycle.
• Experience in strategic planning, risk management, or change management.

Required Skills

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office and project management tools.
• Exceptional leadership, time management, and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of change management and performance evaluation processes.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and define project goals, scope, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Create comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients and other staff members. Lead and coordinate project staff and resources to ensure project milestones are met and quality standards are upheld. Monitor project progress continuously and make detailed scheduled reports on measurable items, such as milestones and deliverables. Communicate proactively the status, issues, and risks involved in the project to all stakeholders. Manage budgeting and forecasting, ensuring projects are completed within the approved budget. Identify and minimize project risks throughout its life cycle. Conduct post-project evaluation and identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.

Salary : Negotiable