156 Mep Project Manager jobs in South Africa

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Bachelors’ degree in Construction Management, Port, Civil or Coastal Engineering or relevant fields
• 10 years’ general working experience with at least 5 years’ experience in port construction projects
• PrEng will be advantageous
• Track record of successfully implementing port projects

Specific professional experience:

• 5 years’ professional experience in the construction of large (above EUR 15m equivalent) marine infrastructure projects, with strong preference for port development, maritime works including dredging and/or reclamation as well as transport logistic platforms (preferably in ports), and including works implemented under FIDIC General Conditions of Contract.
• The project works would form part of port expansion project that typically comprise of dredging and reclamation, a quay wall and apron, terminal yard and buildings.
• The Construction Project Manager will be required to oversee and coordinate the management of the various FIDIC construction contracts but will not be responsible for administration of the contracts.
• Ensure project compliance with the applicable codes, practices, policies, performance standards and specifications.

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If you have interest, qualifications and experience in the field of port and coastal engineering, please review the positions we are currently seeking and you are welcome to apply to be part of our team.

Location

5th Floor, Nedbank Building, Clock Tower Precinct, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Santiago, Chile

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Job Posting: Project Manager – Construction
Company: CCE Specialties, Inc.
Location: King George, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Senior Project Manager & VP Chief Operating Officer Expectations for all employees

Supports the Company’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, personalization, commitment to our team, and accountability and ownership.

Position overview

The Construction Project Manager plays a vital role in overseeing the successful planning, execution, and completion of construction projects. This role involves working closely with clients, subcontractors, field superintendents, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Review contracts and scopes of work with customers.
• Coordinate all post-contract activities between customers and general contractors.
• Prepare billing breakdowns and initial project setup documents.
• Manage and track all change orders throughout the project.
• Prepare material lists for stocking each project.
• Assist the Field Superintendent with project schedules and coordinate with the overall master schedule.
• Prepare and submit shop drawings and product submittals per project specifications.
• Review and manage all post-contract requirements, including:
• Architect’s Supplemental Instructions
• Requests for Change and Information (RFIs)
• Design/dimensional changes and inter-trade impacts
• Estimate cost impacts for all changes from the contract documents.
• Prepare monthly job projection reports and post-project cost analysis.
• Keep detailed change order logs and labor tracking spreadsheets.
• Provide labor values for sub-contracted items and assist with subcontractor coordination.
• Prepare project closeout documentation and attend site/start-up meetings.
• Approve material invoices and assist the Construction Manager with monthly billings.
• Prepare labor breakdowns and material purchase orders aligned with estimates.
• Help manage collections from clients and facilitate prompt payments to subcontractors.
• Track job progress and maintain strong client relationships to encourage future business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field; OR a minimum of 7 years of relevant construction management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other essential project tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a solutions-focused mindset.

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Job category: Construction Project Management

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

To oversee the successful planning, execution, monitoring, and completion of construction projects funded by the NEF, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Project Planning and Execution:

• Develop comprehensive project plans that detail all aspects of a project including scope, timelines, cost estimates, resource requirements, and risk management plans.
• Coordinate and oversee all project activities, ensuring adherence to project plans and specifications.
• Assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertaking feasibility studies.

Cost Management:

• Prepare and manage budgets for construction projects.
• Prepare and analyse costings for tenders.
• Manage costs on a wide variety of new building projects and structures, such as residential developments, sports stadiums, roads and bridges, hospitals, offices and factories.
• Undertake costs analysis for repair and maintenance project work.
• Prepare early-stage budgets and detailed cost plans.
• Perform risk and value management and cost control.
• Establish and operate cost and financial control systems.
• Monitor project expenditures and identify potential cost overruns early.
• Implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality and safety.
• At feasibility stage, ensure that the bills of quantities and construction methods are adhered to and provide advice to the project owners and financiers on the most economical way of achieving the best outcomes.

Quality Assurance:

• Develop and enforce quality control processes and standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Address any quality issues promptly and effectively.
• Produce depreciation schedules of the various project components and advise on realistic insurance replacement costs.
• Valuing completed work and arranging payments.

Contractor and Stakeholder Management:

• Advise on procurement strategy.
• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities.
• Evaluate and select qualified contractors and subcontractors.
• Allocate work to subcontractors.
• Manage contractor performance and ensure adherence to contracts.
• Maintain strong communication and relationships with all project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use.
• Work closely with architects, financiers, engineers, contractors, suppliers, project owners, accountants, insurance underwriters, legal professionals and with all other relevant authorities.
• Develop knowledge relevant to contract conditions and their applications.
• Provide advice on contractual claims.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Act as a project manager for the project and provide guidance on the implications of health and safety regulations.
• Ensure all projects comply with municipal by-laws, building codes, and other relevant regulations.
• Obtain necessary permits and approvals for construction projects.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks.
• Monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare regular progress reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and inspection reports.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the project team.
• Foster a collaborative and positive working environment.

Performance Metrics:

• Projects completed on time and within budget.
• Quality standards met or exceeded.
• Compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder satisfaction and positive feedback.
• Effective risk management with minimal impact on project delivery.
• Based at NEF headquarters with frequent travel to project sites.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a relevant field.
• Professional certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2 or equivalent.
• Registration with relevant professional bodies (e.g., ECSA for engineers, SACPCMP for project managers, SACQSP for quantity surveyors).
• Registered member of the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors (ASAQS) is advantageous.

Experience/Skills Required:

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in managing large-scale construction projects.
• Proven track record of managing projects within budget and time constraints.
• Experience in dealing with regulatory compliance and municipal by-laws.
• Extensive experience in working with contractors and subcontractors, including evaluating their qualifications and performance.
• Strong project management skills including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Excellent knowledge of construction methods, materials, and legal regulations.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to perform risk management and mitigation.
• Credit experience is essential, including corporate restructurings and financial analysis.
• Cost planning, estimating and cost analysis.
• Cost-in-use studies and value management to establish a project budget.

Personal Attributes/Behaviours/Attitudes:

• Developing a well-defined project program/schedule.

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Our client is a leading developer of prestigious residential estates and commercial properties, recognized with numerous international awards. Our Construction and Engineering recruitment team is currently seeking a Construction Project Manager to fill a key vacancy.

Requirements:

• Degree in Construction Management or Engineering.
• Grade 12 with Mathematics.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in construction, building sector and preferably high density residential.
• Open only to SA Citizens.
• Head office based with travel to various sites when required.

Job category: Construction Project Management Contract: Permanent Remuneration: Market Related EE position: Yes Introduction To oversee the successful planning, execution, monitoring, and completion of construction projects funded by the NEF, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance. Project Planning and Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans that detail all aspects of a project including scope, timelines, cost estimates, resource requirements, and risk management plans. Coordinate and oversee all project activities, ensuring adherence to project plans and specifications. Assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertaking feasibility studies. Cost Management: Prepare and manage budgets for construction projects. Prepare and analyse costings for tenders. Manage costs on a wide variety of new building projects and structures, such as residential developments, sports stadiums, roads and bridges, hospitals, offices and factories. Undertake costs analysis for repair and maintenance project work. Prepare early-stage budgets and detailed cost plans. Perform risk and value management and cost control. Establish and operate cost and financial control systems. Monitor project expenditures and identify potential cost overruns early. Implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality and safety. At feasibility stage, ensure that the bills of quantities and construction methods are adhered to and provide advice to the project owners and financiers on the most economical way of achieving the best outcomes. Quality Assurance: Develop and enforce quality control processes and standards. Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with quality standards. Address any quality issues promptly and effectively. Produce depreciation schedules of the various project components and advise on realistic insurance replacement costs. Valuing completed work and arranging payments. Contractor and Stakeholder Management: Advise on procurement strategy. Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities. Evaluate and select qualified contractors and subcontractors. Allocate work to subcontractors. Manage contractor performance and ensure adherence to contracts. Maintain strong communication and relationships with all project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies. Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use. Work closely with architects, financiers, engineers, contractors, suppliers, project owners, accountants, insurance underwriters, legal professionals and with all other relevant authorities. Develop knowledge relevant to contract conditions and their applications. Provide advice on contractual claims. Regulatory Compliance: Act as a project manager for the project and provide guidance on the implications of health and safety regulations. Ensure all projects comply with municipal by-laws, building codes, and other relevant regulations. Obtain necessary permits and approvals for construction projects. Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks. Monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle. Reporting and Documentation: Prepare regular progress reports for senior management and stakeholders. Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports. Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and inspection reports. Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the project team. Foster a collaborative and positive working environment. Performance Metrics: Projects completed on time and within budget. Quality standards met or exceeded. Compliance with all regulatory requirements. Stakeholder satisfaction and positive feedback. Effective risk management with minimal impact on project delivery. Based at NEF headquarters with frequent travel to project sites. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Qualification Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a relevant field. Professional certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2 or equivalent. Registration with relevant professional bodies (e.g., ECSA for engineers, SACPCMP for project managers, SACQSP for quantity surveyors). Registered member of the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors (ASAQS) is advantageous. Experience/Skills Required: Minimum of 10 years’ experience in managing large-scale construction projects. Proven track record of managing projects within budget and time constraints. Experience in dealing with regulatory compliance and municipal by-laws. Extensive experience in working with contractors and subcontractors, including evaluating their qualifications and performance. Strong project management skills including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation. Excellent knowledge of construction methods, materials, and legal regulations. Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera). Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and leadership abilities. Ability to perform risk management and mitigation. Credit experience is essential, including corporate restructurings and financial analysis. Cost planning, estimating and cost analysis. Cost-in-use studies and value management to establish a project budget. Personal Attributes/Behaviours/Attitudes: Developing a well-defined project program/schedule. #J-18808-Ljbffr

THE OPPORTUNITY We have an opportunity for an experienced Construction Project Manager tojoin our Development team. The purpose of this role is to manage various aspects of commercial construction projects. The incumbent will work closely with architects, contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure that the projects are completed on time and within budget. DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee the building/construction projects and progress thereof. Scope the projects including equipment, materials, and manpower. Determines the project budget, timing, and costs. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes. Collaborate with contractors, engineers, vendors, and key team members of the project team. Ensure compliance with SLA terms and conditions of vendors. Obtain permits and licences from authorities for construction sites. Allocate and manage resources to ensure that they are available when they are needed throughout the construction projects. Keep all stakeholders aware of the progress on projects and prepare regular progress reports. Conduct site checks to monitor progress and quality standards. REQUIREMENTS Degree or Diploma in Project Management, Building and/or Quantity Surveying. Registered and affiliated with Project Management and building institutions preferred. 2-4 years experience in a similar role. Experience in QSR Commercial and Retail projects preferred. Competent in Google Workspace/MS Office. Valid driver’s licence. COMPETENCIES Resilience and stress tolerance. Negotiation. Influencing. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Adaptability. Drive and commitment. Problem-solving. Emotional intelligence. Attention to detail. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A construction company with a diverse portfolio of projects undertaken in both the public and private sectors is looking for a Project Manager to join their team in Johannesburg. Requirements : A bachelor's degree or similar in the built environment (Civil, Construction Management, QS, or Architectural). Project management and professional accreditation with a SACPCMP / PMI / Axelos / PMSA or similar is required. At least 5 years of relevant post-registration experience in construction projects or the built environment as a project manager. Ability to manage financial budgets. Proven track record in managing construction projects. Responsibilities : Lead the planning, monitoring, control, and closure of projects (with support from the Programme Manager). Identify and implement measures to prevent project delays. Develop, implement, and manage control measures for cost, time, and quality. Conduct regular progress and technical meetings with the principal agent teams. Develop and revise project work plans as needed. Ensure project activities are properly scheduled. Implement Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and address audit recommendations. Ensure sufficient capabilities within the project team for successful implementation. Provide direction and management to the project team. If you meet these requirements and wish to make a career-changing move, apply today by filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to emailprotected. Alternatively, you may contact the engineering team at (contact information). Required Experience : Unclear seniority level Key Skills : Abinitio, Cobol, Environmental Consultancy, Facility Management, Insulation, ASIC Employment Type : Full-Time Department / Functional Area : Construction Experience : (number of years) Vacancy : 1 Create a job alert for this search #J-18808-Ljbffr

Applicants must meet the following requirements: Bachelors’ degree in Construction Management, Port, Civil or Coastal Engineering or relevant fields 10 years’ general working experience with at least 5 years’ experience in port construction projects Pr Eng will be advantageous Track record of successfully implementing port projects Specific professional experience: 5 years’ professional experience in the construction of large (above EUR 15m equivalent) marine infrastructure projects, with strong preference for port development, maritime works including dredging and/or reclamation as well as transport logistic platforms (preferably in ports), and including works implemented under FIDIC General Conditions of Contract. The project works would form part of port expansion project that typically comprise of dredging and reclamation, a quay wall and apron, terminal yard and buildings. The Construction Project Manager will be required to oversee and coordinate the management of the various FIDIC construction contracts but will not be responsible for administration of the contracts. Ensure project compliance with the applicable codes, practices, policies, performance standards and specifications. Position Permanent Working mode Hybrid Application Process Should you meet the requirements for the above position, please complete the form and load your CV including copies of qualifications.Your nameYour emailYour messageLoad your CV (pdf format, max 5 MB)Load your qualifications (pdf format, max. 10 MB) If you have interest, qualifications and experience in the field of port and coastal engineering, please review the positions we are currently seeking and you are welcome to apply to be part of our team. Location 5th Floor, Nedbank Building, Clock Tower Precinct, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Santiago, Chile #J-18808-Ljbffr

3+ Years Commercial Construction Management

WATTS CONSTRUCTION: PROJECT MANAGER OPPORTUNITY

Company Overview Watts Construction is a family-owned commercial construction management company celebrating 55 years of operational excellence, with nearly four decades based in the vibrant community of St. George. As a region experiencing rapid growth, St. George offers exceptional opportunities for construction projects alongside a lifestyle rich in outdoor recreation and a welcoming atmosphere. Our commitment at Watts is to recruit exceptional individuals who are passionate about construction, ensuring a prosperous future for us as we transition into our third generation.

Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead our commercial construction projects. The role requires managing all phases of project execution, from negotiation and bidding to procurement and close-out, ensuring all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects through all phases, including negotiation, bidding, procurement, and close-out.
• Collaborate with superintendents to ensure project accountability and team morale.
• Oversee subcontractor management from procurement to completion.
• Ensure safety, scheduling, and quality control standards are strictly adhered to on all job sites.
• Provide technical direction to project teams and manage project risks.
• Maintain robust communication and strong relationships with all stakeholders, including owners, subcontractors, designers, and consultants.
• Assist and guide the design team as necessary.
• Ensure accurate and timely project financial management and stringent cost control.
• Document and track project progress using Procore.

Required Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills with a professional, self-starting, and energetic demeanor.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience managing commercial construction projects and subcontractors.
• Strong time management, record keeping, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Competent with Microsoft Office.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or certifications in construction management.
• Experience in leadership and participation in community or professional organizations.
• Defined personal and professional growth objectives.

Application Process We are eager to welcome a dedicated Project Manager who shares our passion for construction and meets the specified qualifications. Please apply only if you meet all the listed requirements.

• Competitive salary based on experience, plus performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health plan with an HSA option.
• Extensive retirement plans including 401k, profit sharing, and defined benefits.
• 15 days of paid time off and paid holidays.
• Company-provided vehicle.
• Opportunities for industry-specific training and development.
• Recognition and rewards for work anniversaries.

Join our team at Watts Construction and build a lasting legacy in a dynamic and supportive environment! #J-18808-Ljbffr