Technical Project Manager

v -f -g; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

VF! is seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our Operations team in Cape Town. You will guide technical projects, align with sales/design teams, and ensure OTIFNE standards (On Time, In Full, No Errors, within Budget) are met.

You will manage costing, prototyping, production, quality control and installations, delivering prototypes and client-ready solutions while maintaining strong stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Provide technical guidance to clients and teams, deploying practical, cost-competitive manufacturing approaches.
• Manage costing, prototyping, production, quality control and project installations.
• Prepare and issue RFQs with internal teams and suppliers to ensure best value.
• Use SolidWorks for 3D modelling, drawings and problem-solving support.
• Ensure projects are on time, in full, within budget and meet quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders for effective project communication.
• Perform timeline and critical-path management with detailed financial tracking and reporting.
• Engage with clients to clarify requirements, update progress and manage expectations.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and drive project procurement.
• Participate in R&D and innovation to enhance VF's product offerings.
• Office-based with regular site visits to production and installation locations; may require extended hours.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Financial acumen

Communication & stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Independent and accountable

Education

Industrial Design degree

PM Diploma or PMP

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 06/02/2025

VF! is a dynamic shopper marketing agency that shapes what consumers and shoppers do; helping our clients’ brands win at the moment of choice. We are blessed to work with some of the world's best brands, we have a kick-ass team of humans and we have a bright future.

Who we are looking for:

We are currently seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our Operations team, a team that prides itself in delivering operational excellence and ensuring all projects meet our OTIFNE standards: On Time, In Full, No Errors, and within Budget.

The ideal candidate will possess a proactive, solution-driven attitude and exhibit strong technical (engineering/manufacturing) and project management skills, coupled with good commercial acumen. This individual should excel at independently managing projects, and also be able to thrive within a client centric, collaborative, cross-functional team environment.

Requirements

Job Requirements:

Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to our clients, our sales and design teams, ensuring suitable, practical and cost-competitive manufacturing approaches are deployed.

Manage costing, prototyping, production, quality control, and project installations.

Prepare and issue RFQs (Request for Quotes), collaborating with internal teams and suppliers to ensure best value.

Utilize SolidWorks for creating technical models, detailed drawings and problem-solving (to support engineering when required).

Deliver resolved and production-ready prototypes, & support in presenting these prototypes to clients.

Accountable for delivering quality, fit-for-purpose products by ensuring production projects are on time, in full, with no errors, and within budget.

Manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective project communication.

Perform detailed project management and administration, including timeline & critical path management, meticulous financial tracking, budget management, and reporting.

Engage pro actively with clients to clarify project requirements, update progress, and manage expectations.

Manage and maintain healthy supplier relationships.

Actively participate in R&D and innovation initiatives, contributing to the continual enhancement of VF's product offerings.

Qualifications & Experience:

A degree in Industrial Design or a related field is essential.

A Project Management Diploma (NQF Level 5), PMP certification or similar will be advantageous.

Minimum 3-5 years of proven project management experience within the manufacturing sector, with extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes (metal, wood, plastic, cardboard).

Ability to manage multiple complex, multi-phase projects simultaneously; ideally within the shopper marketing, point-of-purchase display or agency environments.

Proven experience in SolidWorks (3D modelling and drafting).

Skills, Requirements & Behaviours:

Exceptional project management skills, with proficiency in agile methodologies.

Strong financial acumen and budget management capabilities.

Outstanding organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.

Robust communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.

Demonstrable problem-solving skills, coupled with a highly adaptable and resilient personality.

Independent, accountable, assertive, responsible, and dedicated to high-quality outputs.

A committed team player who aligns with VF’s company values.

Working Conditions:

Primarily office-based with regular visits to production and installation sites.

May involve extended hours to meet critical project deadlines, requiring resilience and flexibility.

Why Join VF:

Be part of an innovative team delivering high-impact projects.

Work with some of the world's biggest businesses and brands, and make a meaningful contribution to building these brands.

Engage in meaningful career progression with professional development opportunities.