Senior Project Manager - Urban Redevelopment

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead major urban redevelopment initiatives, focusing on mixed-use developments, public spaces, and infrastructure upgrades. The role blends on-site leadership with remote collaboration to drive transformative projects.

You will oversee strategic planning, financial oversight, stakeholder engagement, and delivery across the project lifecycle, ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering sustainable, vibrant urban environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a related field is required; Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum 9 years of progressive project management experience with a focus on urban planning and development.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, complex urban redevelopment projects.
• Strong understanding of planning regulations, environmental considerations, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience managing hybrid work arrangements (on-site and remote).

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of major urban redevelopment projects.
• Develop comprehensive project plans including feasibility studies, financial models, and timelines.
• Manage relationships and negotiate with developers, government bodies, community groups, and investors.
• Oversee all aspects of the project lifecycle from concept to construction, marketing, and leasing.
• Ensure compliance with zoning, permissions, and environmental standards.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and secure funding and approvals.
• Monitor progress, quality, and safety to meet design specs and timelines.
• Identify and mitigate risks and resolve issues proactively.
• Communicate updates to stakeholders and report to senior management and regulators.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic urban development firm, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead significant urban redevelopment initiatives in Benoni, Gauteng. This hybrid role involves overseeing projects that revitalize urban areas, focusing on mixed-use developments, public spaces, and infrastructure upgrades. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects within an urban context, balancing commercial viability with community impact. You will be responsible for strategic planning, financial oversight, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring the successful delivery of transformative projects in Benoni. This is a key role driving positive change and shaping the future of the urban landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of major urban redevelopment projects.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including feasibility studies, financial models, development strategies, and timelines.
• Manage relationships and negotiate with developers, government bodies, community groups, and investors.
• Oversee all aspects of the project lifecycle, from initial concept and design through to construction, marketing, and sales/leasing.
• Ensure projects comply with zoning regulations, planning permissions, and environmental standards.
• Manage project budgets, control costs, and secure necessary funding and approvals.
• Monitor construction progress, quality, and safety, ensuring projects meet design specifications and timelines.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving issues proactively to minimize disruption.
• Communicate project updates effectively to all stakeholders, including reporting to senior management and regulatory bodies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Real Estate Development, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 9 years of progressive experience in project management, with a strong focus on urban planning and development.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, complex urban redevelopment projects.
• Expertise in navigating planning regulations, environmental impact assessments, and stakeholder engagement processes.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and investment appraisal.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience managing hybrid work arrangements, collaborating effectively both on-site and remotely.
• Proficiency with project management and urban planning software.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance incentives, comprehensive health benefits, and retirement savings plan. This hybrid role offers flexibility, allowing for a blend of on-site presence in Benoni and remote work. Be part of a team dedicated to creating sustainable and vibrant urban environments.