South Africa: Senior Project Manager – Engineering turnkey project- power station project- eswatini posted by Esteem Recruitment

Our client is embarking on a new power station project in eSwatini and requires a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the execution of this multi-disciplinary, turnkey engineering project. The role demands strong technical leadership, extensive project delivery experience across Africa, and proven capability working with FIDIC Silver Book contracts. Exposure to Cogen or similar energy-generation projects will be a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle for a multi-disciplinary turnkey power station project, from planning through commissioning.
• Manage engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities across all disciplines.
• Oversee and administer FIDIC Silver Book contract requirements, ensuring full compliance and effective contract management.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and client representatives.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and project reporting structures.
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and environmental standards throughout project execution.
• Drive project governance, including change control, claims management, and performance monitoring.
• Provide technical leadership and decision-making support on engineering and project delivery issues.
• Facilitate smooth communication and alignment across multi-cultural and cross-functional teams.
• Manage on-siCte project teams and ensure overall project delivery to scope, cost, quality, and timeline.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related field).
• 10+ years experience managing large-scale, multi-disciplinary turnkey EPC or EPCM projects.
• Proven experience working as a Project Manager/Engineer under FIDIC Silver Book conditions.
• Demonstrated success delivering complex power generation, industrial plant, or major infrastructure projects.
• Experience working in Africa (preferred).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in challenging environments with diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel and be site-based in eSwatini as required.

Preferred Experience

• Cogen (co-generation) project exposure.
• Previous experience in energy, utilities, or power station construction.
• Strong commercial, contractual, and project risk management capability.
• Experience working with international contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Competencies

• Exceptional project planning and organisational skills
• Strong contract administration and negotiation ability
• High level of accountability and ownership
• Problem-solving mindset with strategic thinking capability
• Ability to remain composed under pressure
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills

Application

If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take on a critical leadership role in a major energy infrastructure project, please submit your CV and a summary of relevant project experience.