Job Description
About the Role
The Project Manager will be responsible for providing overall leadership and strategic direction for all projects from development through construction to handover, ensuring successful project execution in line with business, operational, and contractual commitments.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for all projects from development through construction to handover.
- Establish and maintain robust project governance, reporting, and decision-making frameworks.
- Serve as the primary interface with clients, teams, department heads, and key stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders.
- Oversee project planning, scheduling, and execution across all phases.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, including technical, commercial, safety, and schedule risks.
- Ensure strong commercial understanding of the project and contract requirements.
- Ensure all contractual obligations are understood, managed and aligned with the project strategy.
- Oversee cost control, budget adherence, and commercial risk mitigation.
- Lead the project team to safely deliver a project within schedule and budget.
- Contribute actively to building and strengthening the project’s safety culture.
- Lead and manage the team the Projects team to ensure alignment and delivery on project goals.
- Mentor and develop team members, using local and past project knowledge to bring lessons learned and improve project performance.
- Build strong customer relationships to ensure smooth project execution.
- Manage and resolve project issues or roadblocks promptly.
- Drive reporting and internal visibility for all projects to create insight led clarity across the business.
Requirements
- Qualification in Project Management or equivalent is advantageous
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Project Manager and leading teams
- Minimum 5 years’ experience on managing large projects with a strong focus on construction or energy projects
- Renewable energy sector and Southern Africa experience is advantageous
Qualifications
No specific qualifications mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Salary details not specified in the original job description.
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About Engineering Management Jobs in Eastern Cape
In the Eastern Cape, South Africa, Engineering Management positions are generally sought after across various industries, with a focus on sectors such as technology, manufacturing, and renewable energy. Typically, these roles require a strong blend of technical expertise and business acumen to drive innovation and growth.
Engineers in this field can expect a salary range that is broadly between R800 000 and R1,5 million per annum, although this can vary significantly depending on factors such as level of experience, size of the organisation, and industry sector. It’s essential to note that these figures are only rough estimates and actual salaries may differ. Experience, qualifications, and performance are common determining factors in salary decisions.
Common skills for Engineering Management roles include technical leadership, problem-solving, communication, project management, and strategic planning. Typically, candidates with a strong engineering background (e.g., mechanical, electrical, chemical) and relevant postgraduate qualifications (e.g., MBA, MSc) are well-positioned to excel in these positions. Soft skills such as emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and change management are also essential for success.
In the Eastern Cape, industries that commonly employ Engineering Management roles include technology companies, manufacturing firms, and organisations focused on renewable energy and sustainability initiatives. These sectors require innovative solutions to drive growth, improve efficiency, and reduce costs. Engineers with a strong technical background and business acumen can play a critical role in driving these initiatives forward.
Career development opportunities for Engineers in this field are often centred around leadership development, mentoring, and strategic planning. Typically, experienced engineers may be considered for senior roles or transition into leadership positions within their organisation. Others may pursue further education (e.g., PhD) or take on more complex technical challenges to stay ahead of the curve.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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