SENIOR 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:
- Lead and manage large-scale projects from tendering to completion, ensuring all deliverables align with contractual obligations and company standards
- Develop, maintain, and implement comprehensive project quality plans to ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements and industry best practices
- Oversee engineering disciplines, ensuring that all inputs (specifications, budgets, timelines) are met and deliverables are technically sound, cost-effective, and on schedule
- Manage procurement processes, including preparing enquiry documents, adjudicating supplier proposals, and ensuring accurate purchase orders and approvals
- Ensure legal, contractual, and health and safety compliance across all project phases while adhering to both internal and external regulatory frameworks
- Monitor and control project budgets and cash flow, including preparing financial reports, tracking variances, managing expenses, and implementing corrective actions
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, communicating any significant risks to senior leadership
- Build and maintain effective client relationships, ensuring that client expectations are met and communication is transparent and professional
- Ensure continuous improvement in project execution processes by identifying and addressing non-conformities and root causes
- Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams and act as a Project Manager or Project Engineer when required
Qualifications
- A BSc/BTech in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, or equivalent
- A minimum of 10 years of project management experience, with a strong focus on water, mining, or industrial projects
- In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 standards, including a demonstrated ability to apply risk-based thinking and the process approach
- Proven ability to manage and deliver complex, multi-disciplinary projects on time and within budget
- Strong understanding of commercial, legal, and contractual project aspects
If you're looking for your next big challenge and a career that truly matters, apply now to [email protected] 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
