Johannesburg South: Senior Project Engineer posted by Network Finance

Job & company description:
As the senior project engineer (manager), you will be responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously from design through to commissioning. The role involves providing engineering support to clients, assisting with equipment design, overseeing drawing office outputs, managing contractors, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage multiple engineering projects concurrently.
• Assist with conceptual and detailed design of equipment.
• Review, adjust, and approve technical drawings.
• Oversee drawing office deliverables and deadlines.
• Liaise with subcontractors and ensure specification compliance.
• Provide progress, cost, and cashflow reporting.
• Conduct cold and hot commissioning activities.
• Perform inspections and advise on maintenance plans.
• Maintain strong client relationships and identify future opportunities.

Job experience & skills required:

• Minimum B.eng in mechanical engineering (non-negotiable).
• Advanced certificate in project management.
• 5–8 years’ experience working with thickeners, linear screens, and flocculant plants.
• Strong mechanical and technical acumen.
• Proven project management and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and reporting.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• High attention to detail with strong problem-solving ability.

Other requirements:

• Willingness to travel locally and internationally.
• Strong computer literacy: MS office & MS projects (intermediate to advanced).
• Advanced cad skills: inventor and autocad.

Why this opportunity?

• Exposure to complex, high-value engineering projects.
• Opportunity to work in a technically specialised environment.
• Strong leadership role with client-facing responsibility.

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