Senior Project Manager - Infrastructure

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager specializing in infrastructure to lead large-scale development and maintenance projects. You will oversee planning, design, and handover, coordinating with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure progress on schedule and within budget.

The role demands a minimum of 10 years in infrastructure project management, strong leadership and regulatory knowledge, and proficiency with PM tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project management with large-scale infrastructure focus.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure design, construction methods, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficient with standard project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of major infrastructure projects within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Oversee contracts, permits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, and internal teams across development phases.
• Conduct site inspections and project reviews to monitor quality and safety.
• Develop risk management and contingency plans for infrastructure projects.
• Engage with government agencies, communities, and senior management with regular updates.

Skills

Infrastructure project management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Risk management

Project scheduling

Regulatory compliance

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

PM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager specializing in infrastructure projects to join their team based in Randburg . This critical role involves leading large-scale infrastructure development and maintenance projects, ensuring they are executed efficiently, safely, and within budget constraints. You will be responsible for managing diverse teams, coordinating with external stakeholders, and overseeing all phases from planning and design to implementation and handover. This is an excellent opportunity to drive significant projects within the vital infrastructure sector of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of major infrastructure projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and schedule.
• Manage all aspects of project documentation, including contracts, permits, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of contractors, consultants, and internal teams involved in infrastructure development.
• Conduct regular site inspections and project reviews to monitor progress, quality, and safety standards.
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management and contingency plans for infrastructure projects.
• Engage effectively with stakeholders, including government agencies, community representatives, and senior management, providing regular project updates.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in project management , with a significant focus on large-scale infrastructure projects (e.g., transportation, utilities, construction).
• Proven expertise in managing project budgets, complex schedules, and resource allocation.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure design principles, construction methodologies, and relevant regulations.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficiency in industry-standard project management software and tools.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Exposure to high-impact projects within the infrastructure domain.
• Flexible work arrangements, potentially including remote or hybrid options for management tasks.