Senior Project Manager, Engineering

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager with an engineering background to lead complex technical projects in Paarl. You will own the full project lifecycle, coordinating engineering, R&D, and production to deliver on technical specs, budgets, and timelines.

The role demands a minimum of 8 years in project management, proven ability to guide engineering teams, and a degree in Engineering or a related field; PMP is a strong plus.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project management, with a strong emphasis on engineering projects.
• Proven ability to manage complex technical projects and lead engineering teams.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles and project lifecycle management.
• Excellent risk management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring technical objectives are met.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, budgeting, and risk assessment.
• Coordinate engineering teams, ensuring effective collaboration and adherence to project milestones.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes, implementing mitigation strategies and ensuring timely resolution.
• Interface with stakeholders, including technical teams, suppliers, and senior management, providing regular progress updates.
• Ensure project deliverables meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Risk management

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Project management software

Engineering design tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with an engineering background to lead complex technical projects in Paarl . This pivotal role involves managing the full project lifecycle for challenging engineering initiatives, ensuring successful delivery that meets technical specifications, budget constraints, and timelines. You will collaborate closely with engineering teams, R&D, and production to drive innovation and operational excellence. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically adept project leader to contribute to cutting-edge engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring technical objectives are met.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, budgeting, and risk assessment.
• Coordinate engineering teams, ensuring effective collaboration and adherence to project milestones.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes, implementing mitigation strategies and ensuring timely resolution.
• Interface with stakeholders, including technical teams, suppliers, and senior management, providing regular progress updates.
• Ensure project deliverables meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a strong emphasis on engineering projects.
• Proven ability to manage complex technical projects and lead engineering teams.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles and project lifecycle management.
• Excellent risk management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and engineering design tools.
• A degree in Engineering or a related technical field; PMP certification is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Generous salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model for a flexible work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Support for professional development and advanced technical training.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and impactful engineering solutions.