Senior Project Manager - Water and Sanitation Projects

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,400,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Bonus structure

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead water and sanitation projects in Upington, Northern Cape. You will drive end-to-end delivery, oversee planning, budgeting, scheduling and stakeholder management, while ensuring HSE compliance and contract performance.

The role requires a Civil/Water engineering background, 10+ years PM experience, and the ability to manage multiple large projects in a hybrid work setting. Travel to project sites will be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng) desirable.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive project management experience, focused on water and sanitation projects.
• Proven track record delivering multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of water treatment, wastewater, pipe networks and dam engineering.
• Experience with PM methodologies and software (MS Project, Primavera P6).
• Willingness to travel to Upington region and operate in a hybrid model.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end management of water and sanitation projects from feasibility to commissioning.
• Develop comprehensive project plans including scope, budget, schedule, resources and risk.
• Lead project teams of engineers, technicians and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, regulations and client specs.
• Control costs, monitor expenditures, and manage finances.
• Liaise with clients, authorities and stakeholders for alignment and communication.
• Implement HSE protocols on all sites and enforce safety standards.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment and services.
• Prepare and present regular status reports and financial reviews.
• Identify and mitigate risks to ensure successful outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng) desirable

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading consultancy in water and sanitation infrastructure, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead critical projects in the **Upington, Northern Cape** region. This role demands exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and execution capabilities to deliver complex water supply, reticulation, and wastewater treatment projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in civil or water engineering, coupled with extensive project management experience. This position operates under a hybrid model, requiring both on-site presence for crucial project oversight and remote work for planning, reporting, and stakeholder management, offering a balanced approach to project delivery. Join a firm committed to improving public health and infrastructure in South Africa. We are looking for a results-driven professional to make a significant impact in **Upington, Northern Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end management of water and sanitation infrastructure projects, from feasibility and design through to construction and commissioning.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, budget, schedule, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Manage project teams, including engineers, technicians, and contractors, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and client specifications.
• Control project costs, monitor expenditures, and manage project finances effectively.
• Liaise regularly with clients, government authorities, community stakeholders, and other key parties to ensure project alignment and communication.
• Implement and enforce stringent health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols on all project sites.
• Oversee the procurement process for materials, equipment, and services.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports, progress updates, and financial reviews.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing challenges to ensure successful project outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant focus on water and sanitation infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of water treatment processes, wastewater management, pipe network design, and dam engineering principles.
• Expertise in project management methodologies and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex budgets and project timelines.
• Experience with FIDIC or similar contract forms is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel to project sites in and around **Upington, Northern Cape** and engage in a hybrid work model.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package, commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Exposure to impactful and essential infrastructure projects.
• Hybrid work flexibility, balancing site and office/remote responsibilities.
• A supportive and professional work environment with career growth prospects.