Construction Manager

Employment Type: Permanent

A growing engineering and construction business is seeking a driven and ambitious Project / Construction Manager to join its team. This opportunity is ideally suited to a young professional looking to accelerate their career within a fast-paced project environment, working across multiple construction and infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in planning, coordinating, and overseeing projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Coordination

• Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules, and deliverables.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and material requirements across projects.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with design, procurement, and operational teams to ensure project alignment.

Construction Management

• Oversee daily site activities across multiple projects.
• Ensure work is executed according to drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Resolve technical, operational, and logistical challenges on site.

Project Management

• Manage projects through all phases, from initiation to handover.
• Monitor project progress and report on milestones and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting.

Financial and Resource Management

• Assist with budgeting, procurement planning, and cost control.
• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor performance.
• Support efficient allocation and utilization of project resources.

Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead project teams and foster a collaborative working environment.
• Coordinate activities between internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain professional communication with clients, suppliers, and contractors.
• Assist in resolving project-related disputes and challenges.

Minimum Requirements

• BEng, BSc, National Diploma, BTech, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in construction, infrastructure, engineering, renewable energy, or project management environments.
• Exposure to site-based project execution and contractor management.
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Legally authorised to work in South Africa.

Advantageous

• Experience within renewable energy or Solar PV projects.
• Exposure to EPC, civil construction, infrastructure, mining, or industrial projects.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and reporting tools.

Personal Attributes

• Ambitious and career-driven.
• Strong leadership potential.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

What We Offer

• Exposure to exciting engineering and construction projects.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Hands-on project management experience.
• A collaborative and high-performance working environment.
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within a growing organisation.

If you are a motivated project professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would like to hear from you.