Senior Project Manager - Remote Infrastructure Development

Placements24; Komani; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead critical infrastructure initiatives in a remote-first environment. You will manage budgets, schedules, resources, and stakeholder communications to deliver complex engineering projects from conception to completion.

The role requires at least 10 years in project management within infrastructure, a Bachelor's in Engineering, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or related field.
• PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in project management with a focus on infrastructure development.
• Proven success in managing projects with budgets exceeding R50 million.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project, Asana, or Jira.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fully remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closing of multiple large-scale infrastructure projects concurrently.
• Develop and manage project scope, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation using robust project management methodologies.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure milestones are met.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Monitor project progress, performance, and quality, providing regular status reports to senior management.
• Foster a collaborative and productive project environment with dispersed teams.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Independent worker

Project management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Project Manager to lead critical infrastructure development initiatives. This position is designed for a remote-first professional who can effectively manage complex projects from conception to completion, regardless of geographic location. You will be responsible for overseeing budgets, timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications, ensuring the successful delivery of projects that have a significant impact. This is a unique opportunity to work autonomously and lead impactful engineering projects within a flexible, remote work environment, contributing to the strategic goals of the organization from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closing of multiple large-scale infrastructure projects concurrently.
• Develop and manage project scope, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation using robust project management methodologies.
• Coordinate and liaise with internal teams , external consultants, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure project milestones are met.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Monitor project progress, performance, and quality, providing regular status reports and updates to senior management.
• Foster a collaborative and productive project environment, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving across dispersed teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or a related technical field.
• PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in project management , with a significant focus on infrastructure development.
• Proven success in managing projects with budgets exceeding R50 million.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project, Asana, or Jira.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a fully remote setting .

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Annual allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to lead strategically important projects with significant national impact.