Project Manager - Cape Town at SMEC

The Key responsibilities for this role are to:

• Directing and overseeing project development from inception to completion
• Collaborating with stakeholders to define project scope and deliverables.
• Creating comprehensive project plans
• Effectively communicating expectations to team members and stakeholders
• Estimating resources, delegating tasks, and resolving conflicts within the team
• Managing project timelines, tracking milestones, and providing progress reports
• Managing changes in scope
• Mentoring team members
• Cultivating business relationships critical to project success
• Conducting post-project evaluation
• Developing best practices
• Proactively involved in project acquisition, including submission of Expression of Interest (EOIs) and proposals
• Maintaining internal contacts for skill sourcing
• Overseeing performance management of direct reports
• Contributing to continuous improvement of project execution and management processes.

Recommended Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent diploma in Engineering or Project Management
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, encompassing all project development and execution aspects
• Project Management certifications
• Proficiency in project management software
• Preferably PMP registration through PMI
• Demonstrated personnel management experience.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Adaptable to shifting priorities and timelines with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Prompt and efficient response to project adjustments
• Flexibility during periods of change
• Effective communication with team members and contractors from diverse backgrounds
• Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating demeanour.
• Ability to garner cooperation from various sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments.
• Skill in defusing tension within project teams
• Political sensitivity to ensure project success.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English
• Interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in conducting project-related research.
• Aptitude for learning and applying new technologies.
• Effective prioritization and task execution in high-pressure environments
• Candidates should have the ambition to further their career development in built environment engineering.