Cape Town: Project Manager posted by Tower Group

February 14, 2026 Jobs in Cape Peninsula

Tower Group

Western Cape

Software Engineer

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Delivery team in Cape Town, South Africa. As a customer-facing role, you will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of our client solutions for Utility customers, from inception through to final acceptance. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of our virtual teams within a dynamic and exciting environment.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all data preparation and collection for the project, including all project documentation.
Utilize Project Leading management methodology and activities in the development and execution of project plans, schedules, budgets, control points, risk assessment and monitoring, resource allocation and status reporting.
Responsible for day-to-day scope management, including meetings, status coordination, schedule and project plan, and project financials.
Foster a strategic image of company capability.
Inform management of any deviations from set schedule, scope and budget, with suggestions on how to bring the project back on track.
Multi-task across all projects related activities and multiple projects.
Actively participating in solution design, testing, and training.
Identify appropriate resource needs, assigning project responsibilities.
Comply with Solution Delivery and corporate policies/procedures implemented by the company.
Protect company and customer information assets to safeguard confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Ability to interact with various stakeholders, such as sales, systems engineering, service provider, product development, and other members of cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years project management experience.
Tertiary qualification is essential.
Professional membership (PMI/PMSA) is advantageous.
Working knowledge of MS Projects is required.
Effective communications and collaboration skills.
Willingness to travel (nationally and/or internationally).
Experience within the utility industry (advantageous).
Exposure to software projects and working internationally (advantageous).

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Qualifications

No specific qualifications mentioned in the original job description.

Salary & Benefits

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About Software Engineer Jobs in Western Cape

The Western Cape is home to a thriving software engineering sector, with a growing demand for skilled professionals in the technology industry. Typically, this demand is driven by the increasing adoption of digital solutions across various sectors, including financial services, manufacturing, and healthcare. As a result, software engineers in the region are in high demand, particularly those with expertise in areas such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.

In terms of salary expectations, it’s common to find software engineers in the Western Cape earning between R500 000 and R1 200 000 per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. However, please note that these are broad ranges and actual salaries can vary significantly based on individual circumstances.

Software engineers in this region typically possess a range of skills, including proficiency in programming languages (such as Java, Python, or C++), experience with software development methodologies (like Agile or Waterfall), knowledge of database management systems (DBMS), and understanding of cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Additionally, having experience with DevOps tools, collaboration platforms (e.g., Slack or Trello), and familiarity with version control systems (Git) are also highly valued skills. Other common skills for software engineers in this region include proficiency in languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Software engineering roles can be found across various industries, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and healthcare industry. The finance sector, for example, employs software engineers to develop trading platforms, risk management systems, and banking applications. In contrast, the technology industry relies on software engineers to design and implement digital solutions for its products and services.

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Career progression opportunities are generally good in this field, with many companies offering professional development programs, mentorship schemes, and training initiatives. Typically, software engineers can expect to move into senior roles such as team lead or technical lead after several years of experience. With continued learning and skill acquisition, they may also opt for more specialized roles like technical architect or product manager.

This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.

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