Senior Project Manager – SMEIP (Mining & Heavy Industrial Projects) Gauteng

Boardroom Appointments is actively recruiting for a Senior Project Manager – SMEIP (Mining & Heavy Industrial Projects) position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Engineering / Technical sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 10 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Engineering / Technical • Location Preference: in Gauteng

This Senior Project Manager – SMEIP (Mining & Heavy Industrial Projects) role is critical in driving technological innovation and infrastructure development. Technical professionals are essential for South Africa's economic growth and digital transformation.

This role in Engineering / Technical offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Senior Project Manager – SMEIP (Mining & Heavy Industrial Projects) position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 10 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Engineering / Technical field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Engineering / Technical sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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A leading engineering and construction organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager – SMEIP to lead the successful delivery of multidisciplinary engineering and construction projects within the mining and heavy industrial sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven professional who thrives in complex project environments and enjoys leading high-performing teams from project initiation through to commissioning and handover.

Lead the planning, execution and successful delivery of SMEIP projects. Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources and project risks. Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams. Ensure compliance with contractual, statutory, client and SHEQ requirements. Manage subcontractors, suppliers and overall commercial performance. Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships. Drive projects through commissioning, completion and final handover. Deliver projects safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or BTech in Mechanical, Electrical, Structural or a related Engineering discipline. Professional registration as a Pr. CPM (SACPCMP) is essential. ECSA registration (Pr. Eng. or Pr. Tech. Eng.) will be advantageous. Minimum 10 years' engineering and construction experience. At least 7 years' experience managing SMEIP projects. Proven experience delivering Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation and Piping projects. Strong commercial, contractual, planning and cost management experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6. Valid driver's licence. Willingness to travel extensively and work on remote project sites.

Ideal Candidate

You are an experienced Project Manager with a strong engineering background and a successful track record of delivering complex multidisciplinary engineering and construction projects. You possess excellent leadership, commercial and stakeholder management skills and are passionate about delivering safe, high-quality projects in demanding environments.

What's on Offer?

Opportunity to lead major engineering and construction projects. Exposure to large-scale mining and industrial developments across Africa. Work with highly skilled multidisciplinary engineering teams. A challenging and rewarding environment with excellent long-term career prospects.