Study Manager

SUMMARY:
Study Manager
An established EPCM firm specialising in Quantity Surveying and Project Management is seeking an experienced Study Manager to join their team in Irene, Centurion. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in managing and delivering mining project studies across both underground and surface operations. This position is ideal for a results-driven professional with strong technical, commercial, and coordination expertise within the mining sector.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mining, Mechanical, Civil or related discipline).
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in the mining industry.
• Proven experience in both underground and surface mining projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing Concept, Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility studies.
• Strong knowledge of EPCM project environments.
• Proficiency in project planning and cost control methodologies.
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Professional registration (Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng) will be advantageous.

• Lead and manage mining project studies (Concept, Pre-Feasibility, Feasibility and Bankable Feasibility Studies).
• Develop study execution plans, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure integrated study outputs.
• Ensure studies are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.

• Oversee technical inputs for both underground and surface mining operations.
• Review and validate engineering designs, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, mining regulations, and client specifications.
• Provide strategic input into mine planning, infrastructure development, and operational readiness.

• Manage study budgets and monitor cost control.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and present study reports and executive summaries to stakeholders.
• Support proposal development and tender submissions where required.

• Ensure proper documentation and version control of study deliverables.
• Maintain quality assurance and risk management processes.
• Provide regular progress reporting to senior management and clients.