Project Administrator jobs in South Africa

The Project Manager is a key position for Contracting, responsible for managing the initiation and implementation of major projects within the Contracting division.

The Project Manager will utilize high standards of engineering and project management, taking personal responsibility for individual projects.

Location: Maidstone | Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits (Hybrid Company Car)

Heidelberg Materials seeks a skilled Project Manager for the contracting team to lead delivery of major infrastructure and construction projects. This role involves managing projects from early contractor involvement (ECI) to completion, ensuring safety, timeliness, and budget adherence.

• Lead planning and execution of major projects, ensuring compliance with engineering and project management standards
• Champion health, safety, and environmental best practices
• Ensure defect-free delivery through effective resource planning
• Manage client relationships and ensure alignment with contract objectives
• Control project budgets and timelines, support commercial teams with site records
• Ensure statutory and company regulation compliance
• Support continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives

• Promote a safety-first culture across all project phases
• Ensure compliance with Safe Systems of Work, Method Statements, and Risk Assessments

• Manage full project lifecycle from planning to completion
• Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations
• Promote sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact

• Maintain strong communication with clients
• Manage scope or schedule changes collaboratively
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders

• Monitor and control project budgets
• Maintain accurate site records for reporting
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities

• Experience managing large-scale construction or infrastructure projects
• Leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Commitment to safety, quality, sustainability, and excellence

• Detailed asphalt and contracting knowledge
• Road construction and programming expertise
• Numerical and analytical skills
• Experience delivering major contracts
• Attention to detail

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead high-value projects and shape the future of Contracting at Heidelberg Materials. We look forward to hearing from candidates ready to take on complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

• Armed Forces Covenant (Silver), Disability Confident, 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, Clear Assured, MPQC, STEM Ambassador

• Compensation: Bonuses, pension schemes, life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday, flexible and agile working, holiday purchase, sabbatical
• Family Policies: Maternity, Paternity, Parental Leave, Neonatal, Adoption, IVF, Menopause
• Social Value Initiatives: Volunteering days, community engagement (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, etc.)