Project Manager

Are you an Project Manager or an Sr. Project Engineer ready to step into a Project Manager role? This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of impactful CAPEX projects within a technically challenging environment. We are seeking a driven and hands-on Project Manager with a strong HSE mindset and a background in the Oil & Gas or Mining industry.

Your Role

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution. You will operate at the intersection of engineering, operations, and contractors while maintaining full control over scope, budget, and schedule.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing project scopes in close collaboration with internal stakeholders
• Preparing and managing CAPEX plans (typically €1M–€1.5M projects)
• Creating work breakdown structures (WBS) and detailed execution plans
• Managing resources, contractors, and service providers
• Drafting and overseeing contracts and procurement processes
• Coordinating site activities including equipment, logistics, and contractor execution
• Monitoring project progress using tools such as S-curves and cost tracking
• Identifying and mitigating schedule and cost deviations
• Leading quality control and safety inspections during execution
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards, company procedures, and HSE regulations
• Managing permits, materials, and long lead items procurement
• Driving Management of Change (MOC) processes
• Overseeing commissioning, start-up, and project handover
• Delivering complete as-built documentation and training
• Capturing and implementing lessons learned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Several years of experience as a Project Engineer (Mechanical)
• 2–3 years of experience as a Project Manager, or ready to step up
• Proven experience delivering CAPEX projects (€1M – €1.5M)
• Background in Oil & Gas or Mining
• Strong HSE mindset and commitment to safe working practices
• Experience with contractor management and stakeholder engagement
• Solid understanding of project controls, budgeting, and planning tools
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Preferably based in or near Cape Town

What We Offer

• Full-time role
• Direct permanent employment contract
• Opportunity to lead technically complex and impactful projects
• A dynamic environment with high standards in safety, quality, and performance

📩 Application

Are you ready to take the next step in your career from Project Engineer to Project Manager?

Applications only via LinkedIn! Personal messages will not be responded to