Project Manager / Project Coordinator (Fixed Term Contract)

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, budget, tender and oversee installation projects.
• Manage the full project lifecycle from planning to completion.
• Conduct onsite supervision, site establishment, progress tracking, and quality control.
• Manage and coordinate contractors and sub‑contractors across multiple disciplines.
• Resolve issues proactively and escalate risks when appropriate.
• Perform office-based administrative tasks and reporting.
• Use project management software (PPO experience beneficial).

Minimum Requirements

• 5+ years' experience coordinating or leading electronics or audio‑visual installation projects.
• Proven experience handling all stages of a project:
  • Planning
  • Budgeting
  • Tendering & awarding
  • Contractor start-up
  • On-site supervision
  • Troubleshooting & completion
• Hands-on technical experience installing electronics-based systems such as:
  • Access control
  • CCTV
  • Audio-visual
  • Fire or burglar alarms
  • Other low-voltage systems
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and solve problems without constant supervision.
• Strong decision-making ability in fast-paced project environments.
• Experience managing contractors and ensuring quality delivery.
• Willingness to split time between office work and on-site supervision.
• Must be willing to reside in Potchefstroom.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new software tools.

Advantageous Experience

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Project scheduling
  • Progress tracking
  • Reporting
• Experience managing multiple projects (up to 60 simultaneously), ranging from R100,000 – R1.5m+.
• Full A–Z site supervision including:
  • Site establishment
  • Coordinating installation teams (electrical, building, electronics, aluminium/glass, etc.)
  • Resolving site issues
  • Ensuring budget and timeline compliance