Senior Project Manager (Office Relocation Experience)

Data Centrix; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in facilities management is seeking a Project Manager to oversee various facilities-related projects. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience managing medium to large-scale projects and a strong understanding of health and safety standards. Key responsibilities include leading relocations and refurbishments, developing project plans, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders. Proven project management skills and relevant certifications are a must.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience managing medium to large-scale facilities-related projects.
• Proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
• Strong understanding of building systems and health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage relocation, refurbishment, and facilities-based projects.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans including scope, timeline, budget, and resources.
• Coordinate with Facilities, IT, Security, and HR teams to ensure business continuity.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Time Management

Education

Bachelors degree in Project Management, Facilities Management, or a related field

Tools

PMBOK-compliant methodologies

PRINCE2

PMP (Project Management Professional)

Job description

• Bachelors degree in Project Management, Facilities Management, or a related field .
• Minimum of 57 years experience managing medium to large-scale facilities-related projects, with specific experience in organizational relocations or structural refurbishments.
• Proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
• Certification in Project Management :

PMP (Project Management Professional)

• PRINCE2 (Practitioner or Foundation)
• PMBOK-compliant methodologies
• Strong understanding of building systems, health & safety standards, and facilities operations .
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage relocation, refurbishment, and facilities-based projects , including moving departments, business units, or entire organizations from one building / location to another.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans , including scope, timeline, budget, and resources.
• Conduct site assessments , feasibility studies, risk assessments, and impact analyses.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and maintain regular communication with executives, internal teams, and external service providers (e.g., contractors, architects, IT vendors).
• Coordinate with Facilities, IT, Security, and HR teams to ensure business continuity during transitions.
• Manage procurement of services and resources (e.g., movers, furniture, infrastructure) as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, health and safety, and building standards during facilities projects.
• Prepare and present project status reports , documentation, and post-project evaluations to key stakeholders.
• Apply project management best practices and ensure alignment with organizational goals and standards.
• Oversee the decommissioning and recommissioning of spaces, systems, and equipment.
• Maintain project documentation, including change control, issue logs, risk registers, and communication plans.

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