Senior Project Manager

Recruiter:

Set Consulting

Job Ref:

2888237944

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Senior Project Manager – Cape Town
South African Citizens or Permanent Residents only

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale mining and mineral processing projects within an EPCM environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee full project lifecycle delivery (feasibility, FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning, handover)
Manage project controls: reporting, cost (CAPEX/OPEX), scheduling, trends, and change management (direct and indirect costs)
Ensure projects meet contractual KPIs, client expectations, and commercial/statutory compliance
Maintain project procedures, systems, and quality standards to ensure consistency and efficiency
Drive safety, environmental, community, industrial relations, and quality compliance across sites
Coordinate long-lead items, construction schedules, and resource planning
Lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with internal/external stakeholders
Support business development and maintain strong client relationships
Mentor engineers and contribute to professional development and succession planning

Minimum Requirements:

Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
15+ years’ experience in mineral processing or related heavy industry
5+ years’ EPCM project management experience on large-scale mining projects
Proven delivery of greenfield and brownfield projects on time and within budget
Experience in open-pit and/or underground mining methods
Strong financial acumen and proficiency in Primavera P6 or MS Project
Knowledge of EPCM/EPC contracts and delivery models
Experience in mineral processing, exploration, and geotechnical engineering
Excellent communication, leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills

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