Energy and Infrastructure Senior Project Manager

Recruiter:

Assegai

Job Ref:

DUR000262/LL

Date posted:

Monday, June 9, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
We're on the lookout for dynamic and highly skilled Senior Project Managers with deep expertise in Energy and Infrastructure to join a high-impact team in Johannesburg or Cape Town.

This is an exciting opportunity to take the lead on complex, large-scale infrastructure projects—driving excellence across the entire project lifecycle. We’re seeking professionals who bring strategic oversight and hands-on mastery in areas including:

Stakeholder engagement and integration management
Scope definition and risk mitigation strategies
Cost, time, and procurement management
Design coordination and construction oversight
Health & safety leadership, quality assurance, and environmental compliance

You’ll be at the forefront of shaping transformative infrastructure initiatives—where innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence converge.

If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in delivering landmark projects that impact communities and future-proof our built environment, we want to hear from you.

POSITION INFO:
Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop detailed project execution plans for to ensure successful delivery of projects.
Work collaboratively with the Client and the team.
Manage and coordinate the integration of technical activities to enable the company to achieve its objectives.
Ensure projects deliverables comply with design standards, legal regulations, environmental standards, and necessary permits.
Identify potential project risks and devise mitigation strategies.
Maintain relationships with stakeholders, including governments, local communities, suppliers, contractors, and team members.
Ensure a quality service is delivered to clients.
Implement quality control measures to ensure project standards and performance objectives are met.
Oversee and report on the project’s progress to senior management and stakeholders.
Technical knowledge in the energy and infrastructure field.
Ability to consult with others to develop the level of knowledge required for the role.
Utilises the company’s knowledge network to adopt best practices in approach to work.
Have a good understanding of Construction of projects.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, project management, or a related field.
A master's degree can enhance qualifications.
Relevant certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), SACPCMP or Accredited Professional.

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