938 Project Lead jobs in South Africa

Western Cape, South Africa | Posted on 21/05/2025

Ontec has a diverse team made up of innovative and competent individuals. The company not only drives performance for employees to excel on a professional and personal level but rewards this performance. People here are satisfied, challenged and happy, which makes it a perfect working environment.

We are seeking an experienced individual to join our Operations team and lead cross-functional initiatives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute during the pre-project lifecycle and take full ownership of customer delivery projects. Responsibilities include overseeing project schedules, performance, and budgets to ensure successful outcomes.

Strong project management and technical skills are essential, as the role requires balancing multiple priorities and managing stakeholder expectations. This is an outcome-driven position, focused on delivering results rather than managing tasks.

• Oversee all data preparation and collection for the project.
• Get involved, hands-on, to deliver on contractual deliverables and outcomes.
• Utilize project management methodologies in the development and execution of project plans, schedules, budgets, control points, risk assessment and monitoring, resource allocation, and status reporting.
• Responsible for day-to-day scope management, including meetings, status coordination, schedule and project plan, and project financials.
• Develop project documentation, dashboards, and formal project updates.
• Lead all interactions with service providers and customers.
• Foster a strategic image of the company's capability.
• Inform management of any deviations from set schedule, scope, and budget, with suggestions on how to bring the project back on track.
• Multi-task across all project-related activities and multiple projects.
• Actively participate in solution design, testing, and training.
• Comply with Solution Delivery and corporate policies/procedures.
• Protect Ontec and customer information assets to safeguard confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
• Interact with various stakeholders, such as sales, systems engineering, service providers, customers, product development, and other cross-functional teams.

• A minimum of 5 years project management experience.
• Professional membership (PMI/PMSA) is advantageous.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Project is essential.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to travel (nationally and/or internationally).
• Experience within the utility industry (advantageous).
• Exposure to software projects and international work experience (advantageous).

Roles to be based in Johannesburg, South Africa:

1. Project Finance Analyst - responsible for financial analysis, valuation, structuring, and project financing activities.
2. Battery Energy Storage Systems: Technical Project Lead (BESS) - Define and lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender), and Final Development Stage (Financial Close), including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers, and contractors.
3. Grid Connection: Technical Project Lead - Define and lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender), and Final Development Stage (Financial Close), including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers, and contractors.
4. Onshore Wind: Technical Project Lead - Define and lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender), and Final Development Stage (Financial Close), including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers, and contractors.
5. Solar PV: Technical Project Lead - Define and lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender), and Final Development Stage (Financial Close), including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers, and contractors.
6. Technical Project Manager: Multi-Technology - Define and lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender), and Final Development Stage (Financial Close), including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers, and contractors.

Education

• Engineering Qualification: BSc, BEng, or BTech
• Additional relevant qualifications would be advantageous
• Professional registration would be advantageous

Language

• Fluent in English (verbal and written skills)

1. Project Finance Analyst - responsible for the financial analysis, valuation, structuring and project financing activities.
2. Battery Energy Storage Systems: Technical Project Lead (BESS) - Define and Lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender) and Final Development Stage (Financial Close) stage, including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers and contractors.
3. Grid Connection: Technical Project Lead - Define and Lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender) and Final Development Stage (Financial Close) stage, including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers and contractors.
4. Onshore Wind: Technical Project Lead - Define and Lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender) and Final Development Stage (Financial Close) stage, including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers and contractors.
5. Solar PV: Technical Project Lead - Define and Lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender) and Final Development Stage (Financial Close) stage, including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers and contractors.
6. Technical Project Manager: Multi-Technology - Define and Lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender) and Final Development Stage (Financial Close) stage, including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers and contractors.

Education

• Engineering Qualification: BSc, BEng or BTech
• Additional relevant qualifications would be advantageous
• Professional registration would be advantageous

Language

• Fluent in English (verbal and written skills)

Inuka is working with a leading renewable energy solutions provider that specializes in accelerating access to reliable and affordable clean energy in high-growth markets. They develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy plants. Currently, the company has 4.4 GW in operation and under construction across four continents. The company is looking for a Project Developer (Wind) in Cape Town, South Africa, to join their global team dedicated to their vision of a better future. In this role, you'll oversee the development and structuring of Renewable Energy (RE) Projects, guiding them from initial opportunity to financial close. Your skills in transaction structuring, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration are vital for project success and construction commencement.

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of the competitive landscape and regulatory changes.
• Facilitate project acquisition negotiations and manage transactions.
• Participate in compliant bidding for Request for Proposals (RFPs) from utilities and private off-takers.
• Secure project financing until financial close.
• Negotiate with potential development partners and maintain external relationships.
• Cultivate relationships with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) globally and locally.
• Coordinate internal and external project development activities, including permits, agreements, and financing.
• Analyze market and policy support for renewable energy projects and develop strategies.
• Lead development teams of 10-20 members, including consultants and subcontractors.
• Expand the shovel-ready project portfolio, with a focus on onshore wind, but open to other technologies (e.g., solar PV, storage).

• University-level degree in Environmental, Legal, Commercial, or Technical field.
• 4-8 years of professional experience, ideally from Investment Banking, Project Finance/Operations, or top Global Management Consulting firms in the Renewable Energy (RE) industry or with RE Independent Power Producers.
• Working knowledge of PPAs, interconnection agreements, permitting requirements, and EPC contract terms (preferable but not required).
• Knowledge of RE Development Regulatory Framework in South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.
• Fluent in written and spoken English, with Afrikaans or other secondary languages as assets.

A mid-career level position that project manages the successful transition of mobile solutions for Business customers across a wide range of services and solutions including mobility and IoT. The role focuses on supporting the Account Manager in delivering the service to customers, and ensuring operational teams readiness.

• Lead to ensure that all customer projects are completed within agreed time, cost and quality objectives.
• Manage scope of work, budget, timeframes and quality of deliverables.
• Focus on providing exceptional Client Experience.
• Ensure delivery of exceptional client experience through financial integrity, accurate client reporting and billing.
• Ensure that regular CSAT surveys are conducted to monitor client satisfaction.
• Work closely with the sales team to provide a premium service to our clients.
• Develop and drive the execution of agreed projects.
• Drive the implementation, tracking, monitoring and compliance of Projects.
• Contract management in line with Procurement Policies.
• Co-ordinate project reporting.
• Ensure effective implementation of the integrated project management model.
• Ensure that all projects are transitioned on-time, within scope and in compliance with corporate standards.
• Communicate with stakeholders frequently to keep them informed.
• Ensure quality delivery of service to the client.
• Be the point of escalation for all service delivery issues.
• Identify, assess and communicate the impact of changes affecting the customer or service delivery.
• Manage service delivery SLA achievement and high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Monitor overall performance of services and timelines to deliver.
• Good communication around issues and opportunities.
• Build, maintain and analyze service reports to address any possible delays before they occur.
• Distribute service reports weekly to key internal personnel and clients and raise any potential issues.
• Remove all obstacles to customer satisfaction and/or financial performance.
• Work with the client and operations team to identify and manage service improvement activities.
• Propose any amendments to improve processes.
• Develop and implement processes with clients to ensure effective information flow to speed up delivery timelines.
• Ensure operations teams are aware of changes and are prepared.
• Build personal relationships with key client staff.
• Collaborate with senior management on client account management and growth.
• Customer management: tactful, resolute and committed to providing excellent customer service.
• Deliver technical presentations competently.
• Interface with customer “executive” level management on a regular basis.
• Deliver results: ability to plan and organize self and work in order to achieve objectives and targets.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of product offering.
• Take full responsibility for performance management of all direct reports, managing their performance in relation to quality standards and agreed objectives.
• Clarify responsibilities in the team.
• Enable a high performing environment.
• Verify times and value captured by project team against the project.
• Ensure appropriate levels of management and accountability.
• Motivate, delegate and empower appropriately, enabling direct reports to take responsibility and display appropriate creativity and initiative.
• Work with the team to actively grow their skills and lead them in operational excellence.

• 4 Year Tertiary qualification in Commerce or equivalent.
• MBA / Masters advantageous.
• Manager track record of 5 years or more; with at least 3 years in relevant sector/industry in a Client Service leadership role within the ICT industry.
• Proven track record of delivering projects within defined timelines under high pressure.
• Project & program management: able to manage complex projects including concurrent projects and big client specific programs.
• Decisive: must be able to use initiative to make quick decisions to resolve problems and overcome obstacles delaying delivery.

• Job Type: Temporary
• Contract: 12-24 months

Inuka is working with a leading renewable energy solutions provider that specializes in accelerating access to reliable and affordable clean energy in high-growth markets. They develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy plants. Currently, the company has 4.4 GW in operation and under construction across four continents. The company is looking for a Project Developer (Wind) in Cape Town, South Africa, to join their global team dedicated to their vision of a better future. In this role, you'll oversee the development and structuring of Renewable Energy (RE) Projects, guiding them from initial opportunity to financial close. Your skills in transaction structuring, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration are vital for project success and construction commencement.

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of the competitive landscape and regulatory changes.
• Facilitate project acquisition negotiations and manage transactions.
• Participate in compliant bidding for Request for Proposals (RFPs) from utilities and private off-takers.
• Secure project financing until financial close.
• Negotiate with potential development partners and maintain external relationships.
• Cultivate relationships with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) globally and locally.
• Coordinate internal and external project development activities, including permits, agreements, and financing.
• Analyze market and policy support for renewable energy projects and develop strategies.
• Lead development teams of 10-20 members, including consultants and subcontractors.
• Expand the shovel-ready project portfolio, with a focus on onshore wind, but open to other technologies (e.g., solar PV, storage).

• University-level degree in Environmental, Legal, Commercial, or Technical field.
• 4-8 years of professional experience, ideally from Investment Banking, Project Finance/Operations, or top Global Management Consulting firms in the Renewable Energy (RE) industry or with RE Independent Power Producers.
• Working knowledge of PPAs, interconnection agreements, permitting requirements, and EPC contract terms (preferable but not required).
• Knowledge of RE Development Regulatory Framework in South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.
• Fluent in written and spoken English, with Afrikaans or other secondary languages as assets.

Technical Project Lead – AI & Innovation Focus page is loadedTechnical Project Lead – AI & Innovation Focus Apply remote type Hybrid locations Sandton time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: August 13, 2025 (6 days left to apply) job requisition id R-15978070Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage cross-functional projects with a focus on AI-driven solutions and digital transformation.
• Translate business needs into technical requirements and ensure successful delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to implement scalable, impactful technologies.
• Promote agile practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in project management within a tech or innovation-focused environment.
• Solid understanding of AI concepts such as machine learning, natural language processing, and data analytics.
• Experience working with AI platforms, cloud technologies (e.g., Azure, AWS, Google Cloud), and data pipelines.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Agile certification (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe) is a plus.

Education

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

Absa Group Limited (“Absa Group”) is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups.

Absa Group offers an integrated set of products and services across personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth and investment management and insurance.

Absa Group owns majority stakes in banks in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania (Absa Bank Tanzania and National Bank of Commerce), Uganda and Zambia and has insurance operations in Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa and Zambia. Absa also has representative offices in China, Namibia, Nigeria and the United States, as well as securities entities in the United Kingdom and the United States, along with technology support colleagues in the Czech Republic.

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Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

Are you passionate about technology and ready to lead transformative projects?

We’re looking for a forward-thinking Technical Project Lead with a strong foundation in both project management and emerging technologies—particularly in Artificial Intelligence (AI). This role offers a unique opportunity to drive innovation and shape the future of our digital capabilities.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage cross-functional projects with a focus on AI-driven solutions and digital transformation.
• Translate business needs into technical requirements and ensure successful delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to implement scalable, impactful technologies.
• Promote agile practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in project management within a tech or innovation-focused environment.
• Solid understanding of AI concepts such as machine learning, natural language processing, and data analytics.
• Experience working with AI platforms, cloud technologies (e.g., Azure, AWS, Google Cloud), and data pipelines.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Agile certification (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe) is a plus.
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology

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SUMMARY:

A provider of specialized crop solutions to the agricultural industry is seeking the above to be responsible for successfully leading, managing, and executing identified projects. These projects include new market channels and/or growth initiatives aimed at expanding the organization’s existing market share through various entities within the group or capturing alternative market channels.

Business Project Lead Agriculture

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA001481/EV

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:

A provider of specialized crop solutions to the agricultural industry is seeking the above to be responsible for successfully leading, managing, and executing identified projects. These projects include new market channels and/or growth initiatives aimed at expanding the organization’s existing market share through various entities within the group or capturing alternative market channels.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B.Com., B. Sc. or similar degree; An Agricultural Economics qualification would be an advantage
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience
• Experience in client relations, negotiations, commercial agreement, demand planning and supply chain would be highly advantageous
• Must have working knowledge of agricultural input products and general farming practices
• Entrepreneurial experience and business acumen is advantageous
• General understanding of the agricultural input value chain including key industry stakeholders (associations / industry bodies, competitors, farmers)
• High level understanding of broader agriculture landscape and dynamics and a strong ability to effectively work in and/or manage cross-functional teams (who are not direct reports), including internal stakeholders, customers and channel partners
• Strong negotiation, written and verbal communication skills in Afrikaans and English
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders even in difficult circumstances
• Display excellent skills in project management and effective planning
• Must be assertive, structured, disciplined and self-starter
  
  

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• Discussing budgets with WUSA Department Heads to devise value propositions, optimum supply plans, and required support.
• Performing key account visits to leading farmers to ensure continuous communication, proactively identifying challenges, and resolving issues.
• Conducting regular meetings and discussions with channel partners and stakeholders to discuss opportunities and challenges while monitoring progress.
• Reporting and discussing opportunities and challenges, and monitoring progress with WUSA Departmental Heads and Group Executives.
• Collaborating closely with the Group Executive to refine, transition, and prepare opportunities for execution.
• Monitoring the external environment for trends, disruptions, and adjacent market opportunities, and presenting insights to the Group Executive.
• Preparing and delivering clear, structured updates and recommendations to channel partners, stakeholders, and key clients.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries Advertising Services

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