Strategic Aviation Project Manager (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement savings

Generous paid time off

Advanced training

Certifications

Exposure to diverse aviation projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aviation Project Manager to lead complex aviation projects from inception to completion. Based with flexibility in Mahikeng, North West, you will oversee infrastructure, operations improvements, and technology implementations for aviation clients.

The role requires seven years in project management within aviation, strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to deliver on time and within budget in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project management with aviation focus.
• Experience with airport infrastructure, airline operations, air traffic management, or aviation technology.
• Proficient in MS Project and Asana.
• PM certification (PMP or equivalent) highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel.
• Ability to work in hybrid on-site/remote environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of aviation projects from planning to closeout.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Lead project teams and foster collaboration.
• Identify and mitigate risks with contingency plans.
• Engage clients, stakeholders, regulators, and contractors.
• Monitor KPIs and prepare status reports for management and clients.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and safety standards.
• Manage budgets and approve expenditures.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and presentations.
• Contribute to PM methodologies and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Budget management

Scheduling

Resource management

Risk assessment

Analytical thinking

Strategic mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aviation Project Manager to lead complex aviation projects from inception to completion. Based with flexibility in Mahikeng, North West, you will oversee infrastructure, operations improvements, and technology implementations for aviation clients.

The role requires seven years in project management within aviation, strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to deliver on time and within budget in a hybrid working environment.