Project Manager – Shafts

SUMMARY:
We’re seeking a dynamic Project Manager – Shafts to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of major shaft construction activities. In this pivotal role, you’ll work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget—while meeting the highest standards of engineering excellence and regulatory compliance. This is an 18-month contract role based in Johannesburg.

POSITION INFO:
Job Requirements
- Ensure the health, safety, and environmental performance of the assigned project and/or package.
- Oversee the technical development, design, procurement, and delivery of the assigned construction and supply package/s.
- Deliver the project and/or package scope, including construction, within the expected timeframe, budget, and quality standards.
- Identify and manage project and/or package risks while ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and procedures.
- Maintain strong and professional relationships with clients built on trust.
- Manage project and/or package contracts including the primary client contract in accordance with the general contract conditions.
- Lead monthly project progress and contract meetings.
- Lead weekly project technical and/or construction progress meetings, record minutes, and distribute them accordingly.
- Operate within a matrix project structure, utilizing construction managers, project controls managers, and associated staff to execute deliverables.
- Ensure cost recovery in alignment with contractual agreements.
- Promote and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for workplace harm.
- Implement and maintain quality management systems at all times.
- Integrate activities of engineers, designers, specialists, contractors, and project members to align with project scope and objectives.
- Ensure only approved work is executed within the defined scope.
- Manage activities to ensure adherence to the project schedule.
- Supervise, motivate, and develop staff while resolving conflicts effectively.
- Apply strict cost and schedule controls to maintain budget adherence.
- Communicate essential project information to stakeholders promptly, ensuring transparency on progress and challenges.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate risks through proactive planning and control measures.
- Oversee the procurement process for the assigned project package/s.
- Implement and ensure compliance with the quality management system.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal controls and client reporting.
- Monitor and control time, cost, and performance to meet contractual obligations.
- Ensure all work is authorized and backed by contractual documentation.
- Motivate and maintain discipline among team members.
- Ensure accurate and timely invoicing for services rendered to the client.
- Support behavioural-based safety policies and take a leadership role in promoting SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) best practices.
- Coordinate, direct, and oversee team activities to exceed client expectations.
- Collaborate with the client in defining project scope and aligning construction packages with overall business goals.
- Respond promptly to client needs, changes, and demands.
- Implement procedures for managing and controlling scope changes.
- Lead and manage teams in alignment with the company's Mining’s vision, values, and code of ethics.

Qualifications:
- National Diploma / Degree in Engineering
- PMP certification
- GCC – Mines and Works license

Knowledge and experience:
- 10 years of Project Management or Construction Management experience within an EPCM environment focused on mining.
- 8 years of coal mine operational experience.

Please call us on 0100300127

NB: Should you not hear from us within 6 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.