PROJECT MANAGER VACANCY
PCI Africa, a proudly ISO 9001-certified leader in water and wastewater treatment, is on the hunt for top engineering talent to help tackle South Africa and Africa’s most pressing water challenges. This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative solutions that make a real impact. Join a powerhouse team of industry-leading engineers who are passionate about sustainability, excellence, and driving change.
Key Responsibilities
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing the complete lifecycle of multiple projects.
- Execute and manage end-to-end project delivery, from tendering and design through to commissioning and post-installation support
- Develop and implement project quality plans, ensuring compliance with contractual and ISO 9001:2015 requirements
- Collaborate with engineering disciplines to ensure timely delivery of project outputs that meet all technical, budgetary, and scheduling requirements
- Oversee procurement processes, including preparing supplier enquiry documents, adjudicating proposals, and managing purchase orders and approvals
- Maintain project schedules and ensure timely delivery by monitoring supplier and subcontractor timelines.
- Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, legal requirements, and organizational workflows
- Manage financial aspects of projects, including project cost reporting, cash flow monitoring, and controlling variances through proactive corrective action
- Identify, assess, and escalate project risks while implementing appropriate mitigation strategies
- Build and nurture client relationships, serving as a key point of contact and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
- Ensure non-conformities are managed effectively and that root causes are identified and addressed to prevent recurrence
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring that project execution methodologies align with organisational knowledge and industry best practices
Qualifications
- A BSc/BTech in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, or equivalent
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in project management within the water and/or mining industry
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 with the ability to apply risk-based thinking and a process-oriented approach
- Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, timelines, and technical deliverables effectively
- Experience in handling commercial, contractual, and legal project aspects
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work across teams and with external stakeholders
- If you're looking for your next big challenge and a career that truly matters, apply now to Recruitment@pciafrica.com and be part of building a better, water-secure future.
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
- Bachelors (Required)
Experience:
- in project management in water and/or mining: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 2025/08/15