Construction Manager

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 drivers licence.
• Legally authorised to work in South Africa.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.