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EnableSA (Pty) Ltd

Project Manager

EnableSA (Pty) Ltd Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Staffing and Recruiting · 2-10 employees

Sep 08
project-manager Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time South Africa
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About the role

The Project Manager will plan, coordinate, and manage facilities-related projects from inception to completion while overseeing day-to-day maintenance and operational efficiency. They are responsible for managing budgets, procurement, service providers, and ensuring compliance with safety legislation and service level agreements.

What they look for

Project Management Facilities Management Operations Management Budgeting Procurement Contract Management Building Services Risk Management Occupational Health and Safety Microsoft Office Suite Microsoft Excel Infrastructure Maintenance Stakeholder Management Financial Forecasting Continuous Improvement Business Continuity Planning

Requirements

Candidates must hold a relevant tertiary qualification and have a minimum of 5 years of experience in project, facilities, or operations management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically advanced Excel, and a valid driver's license are essential requirements.

Full description

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their Port Elizabeth team,

  • Plan,

coordinate, and manage facilities-related projects from inception to completion.

  • Develop

project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans.

  • Monitor

project progress and ensure delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.

  • Manage

project risks and implement mitigation strategies where required.

  • Coordinate

contractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

  • Prepare

project reports and provide regular updates to management.

  • Oversee the

day-to-day management and maintenance of facilities and associated infrastructure.

  • Ensure

preventative and reactive maintenance programmes are effectively implemented.

  • Monitor

service providers and contractors to ensure compliance with service level agreements.

  • Manage

facility upgrades, renovations, refurbishments, and improvement initiatives.

  • Ensure

building systems, equipment, and assets are maintained to required standards.

  • Conduct

facility inspections and identify improvement opportunities.

  • Support

operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Develop and

implement operational processes and procedures.

  • Monitor key

operational performance indicators and prepare management reports.

  • Ensure

effective utilisation of resources, equipment, and facilities.

  • Identify

areas for cost reduction and operational optimisation.

  • Assist with

business continuity planning and risk management initiatives

  • Develop and

manage project and facilities budgets.

  • Monitor

expenditure and ensure cost-effective utilisation of resources.

  • Review

quotations, tenders, and service contracts.

  • Prepare

financial forecasts and project cost reports.

  • Ensure

procurement activities comply with company policies and procedures

Requirements

  • Grade

12

  • Relevant

tertiary qualification in Project Management, Facilities Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Building Services, Property Management, or a related field

  • Minimum 5

years' experience in project management, facilities management, or operations management

  • Experience

managing a team

  • Proven

experience managing multiple projects simultaneously

  • Strong

knowledge of facilities maintenance and building services

  • Experience

managing contractors, suppliers, and service providers

  • Sound

understanding of budgeting, procurement, and cost control

  • Knowledge

of Occupational Health and Safety legislation and compliance requirements

  • Valid

driver's licence and willingness to travel when required

  • Computer

literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

  • Advanced

Microsoft Excel skills essential

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