Senior Project Manager - Multidisciplinary

Aecom; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in Cape Town is seeking a Project Manager to oversee complex projects and lead technical teams. The ideal candidate should have a degree in built environment, relevant post-graduate experience, and necessary certifications. A commitment to digital transformation and effective client communication is essential. Enjoy a hybrid work model and extensive benefits including medical and dental coverage.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years relevant post-graduate experience required for Honours degree.
• DATA Centre experience would be highly advantageous.
• Registration with SACPCMP or relevant PMI certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Undertakes full day-to-day Project Management role.
• Provides technical leadership for smaller project teams.
• Mentors technical leadership talent and trains staff.
• Maintains regular contact with clients to identify opportunities.

Skills

Business Development

Project Management Methodology

PMBOK

Waterfall

Construction Management

Microsoft Project

Budgeting

Contracts

Education

Honours degree in built environment field

B-Tech degree in built environment field

National Higher Diploma in built environment field

National Diploma in built environment field

Tertiary qualification in Project Management

Job description

Undertakes full day-to-day Project Management role on more complex projects or on a range of smaller but more challenging projects, or manages a component of a major project.

Team Management :

• Provides technical leadership for smaller project teams.
• Responsible for technically leading groups of Project Managers and technical teams to deliver within scope, budget, time, and quality standards.
• Delivers effective communication inclusive of clients and team members to clarify expectations and requirements.
• Makes day-to-day decisions for project teams.
• Mentors technical leadership talent and trains staff, ensuring discipline skills are up to date and industry-relevant.

Technical Excellence :

• Applies diversified knowledge of Project Management principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.
• Makes decisions independently on technical problems and methods.
• Resolves complex technical problems and acts as the go-to person for specific technical issues.
• Acts independently on technical matters.
• Performs quality reviews and serves as Lead Verifier on projects, confirming that the approach satisfies the client’s scope of services and expectations.
• Applies acquired expertise and knowledge to solve technical challenges.
• Supports digital transformation strategy and implementation, embracing change within the discipline.
• Responsible for developing a robust technical network within AECOM locally to provide clients with the most appropriate technical solutions.

Client Relationship Management :

• Maintains regular contact with clients to identify pre-released opportunities.
• Has the knowledge and expertise required for this work level, usually resulting from progressive experience.
• Markets AECOM’s technical excellence in the relevant industry by attending conferences.
• Presents to clients, senior leadership, and other project stakeholders to demonstrate progress.

Interdisciplinary Coordination :

• Ensures assigned teams effectively coordinate with each other.

Qualifications :

• Honours degree in built environment field of study with a minimum of eight (8) years relevant post-graduate experience.
• B-Tech degree in built environment field of study with a minimum of nine (9) years relevant post-graduate experience.
• National Higher Diploma in built environment field of study with a minimum of ten (10) years relevant post-graduate experience.
• National Diploma in built environment field of study with a minimum of eleven (11) years relevant post-graduate experience.
• Tertiary qualification in Project Management or related field with a minimum of nine (9) years relevant post-graduate experience.
• DATA Centre experience would be highly advantageous.

Professional Registration Required :

• Registration with SACPCMP OR
• Certification as PMP / PgMP / PfMP / PMI-SP / PMI-ACP with PMI.

Additional Information :

At AECOM, you will have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. Our hybrid work model requires employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

About AECOM :

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world, partnering with clients across water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings sectors. In fiscal year 2024, it reported revenues of $16.1 billion.

What makes AECOM a great place to work :

Join a global team that champions your growth, work on groundbreaking projects, and have access to cutting-edge technology and expert networks. Our training programs are designed to expand your skills and leadership capabilities. We foster a respectful, collaborative community where you can thrive.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to your potential and confidentiality in accordance with EEO guidelines.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills :

Business Development, Project Management Methodology, PMBOK, Waterfall, Construction Management, Microsoft Project, Budgeting, Contracts, etc.

Experience : Years

Vacancy : 1