Project Manager, Johannesburg

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end delivery of electrical projects from mobilisation through to final handover

Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, execution, and close-out

Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and technical resources to ensure project milestones are achieved

Manage commercial electrical installations across sectors such as commercial buildings, hospitals, shopping centres, fuel sites, and related infrastructure

Monitor project costs, variations, claims, and contractual obligations

Lead project reporting, progress meetings, and stakeholder communication

Ensure compliance with health&safety regulations, company standards, and project specifications

Drive quality assurance, commissioning, snag resolution, and final client handover

Identify project risks, delays, and operational challenges, implementing corrective actions where required

Support procurement coordination and material planning to avoid site delays

Maintain strong client relationships and manage expectations throughout delivery

Requirements

Recognised tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering

Minimum 8–10 years’ experience within the electrical industry

At least 4–5 years’ experience in a Project Manager / Site Manager / Contracts Manager capacity

Strong experience within commercial electrical installations

Exposure to projects within buildings, healthcare, retail/shopping centre, and fuel environments

Proven project management experience, including claims formulation and negotiation

Trade Test Electrician advantageous

Valid driver’s licence

Strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving capability

Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven project environment

Willingness to travel and work away from home where project requirements demand

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