Senior Project Manager; Civil Engineering

About the job Senior Project Manager (Civil Engineering)

Our client a well established engineering consulting firm is seeking teh services of a Project Manager for the JHB area.

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and successfully completing projects within the allotted timeline and budget. This role demands strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage complex projects across various departments.

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or related field.
• A Masters degree or an advanced certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred.
• Professional Registration

• Minimum of 5-10 years of project management experience in Consulting Engineers/Construction.
• Proven track record of managing all aspects of a project lifecycle.
• Experience in strategic planning, risk management, or change management.

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office and project management tools.
• Exceptional leadership, time management, and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of change management and performance evaluation processes.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and deadlines.

Develop and define project goals, scope, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Create comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients and other staff members. Lead and coordinate project staff and resources to ensure project milestones are met and quality standards are upheld. Monitor project progress continuously and make detailed scheduled reports on measurable items, such as milestones and deliverables.

Communicate proactively the status, issues, and risks involved in the project to all stakeholders. Manage budgeting and forecasting, ensuring projects are completed within the approved budget. Identify and minimize project risks throughout its life cycle. Conduct post-project evaluation and identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.