Senior Engineering Project Manager
Moyo Africa Consulting Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Non-profit Organizations · 2-10 employees
About the role
Lead and manage complex multidisciplinary capital projects in the mining and mineral processing sector from concept through commissioning. Ensure project objectives are met safely, on schedule, and within budget while maintaining governance compliance and stakeholder communication.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires an engineering qualification and 10+ years of experience managing capital projects within the mining industry. Candidates must possess strong leadership, project controls, and contract management skills, with professional registration being advantageous.
Full description
SENIOR ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER
Location: Mooinooi, North West
MOYO Business Advisory is seeking a highly experienced Senior Engineering Project Manager to lead and deliver complex capital projects within the mining and mineral processing sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple multidisciplinary projects from concept through commissioning and close-out, ensuring project objectives are achieved safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with client governance requirements.
The role requires a seasoned project professional with strong leadership capabilities, proven stakeholder management skills, and extensive experience working in project environments within the mining industry. The successful candidate must be willing to travel and be adaptable to the changing environments and challenges associated with the consulting field.
Qualifications
- Engineering Qualification (Diploma or Degree) in Mechanical, Mining, Process, Electrical, C&I, or related discipline
- Project Management Qualification (Diploma or Degree)
- PMP, PRINCE2, MBA, MSc Project Management, or equivalent qualification will be advantageous
- Professional registration with ECSA or a relevant professional body will be advantageous
Experience and Knowledge
- 10+ years' experience managing capital projects within the mining and mineral processing industry
- Minimum 8 years' experience in a Project Management role
- Proven experience managing large-scale multidisciplinary engineering projects throughout the project lifecycle
- Strong experience in project controls, procurement, contract management, risk management, and change management
- Sound understanding of mining operations, processing plants, infrastructure projects, and capital project governance
- Experience working within a consulting environment will be advantageous
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage multiple multidisciplinary engineering projects in accordance with client and industry standards
- Conduct project front-end loading activities, including scoping, budgeting, cost estimating, scheduling, and business case development
- Prepare and present project documentation for approval by Client Capital Investment Committees and other governance structures
- Manage all phases of project execution from initiation through commissioning and close-out
- Oversee procurement activities, contractor performance, and contract administration
- Ensure effective project controls relating to scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk
- Drive project integration across engineering disciplines and business stakeholders
- Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle
- Lead project change management processes and ensure governance compliance
- Manage project reporting, stakeholder communication, and executive-level presentations
- Facilitate negotiations and conflict resolution with clients, contractors, and project teams
- Ensure successful handover and project close-out to operations and end users
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior project managers and project teams where required
Competencies
Technical Competencies
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Capital Project Planning and Execution
- Project Controls (Cost, Schedule, Scope, and Reporting)
- Procurement and Contract Management
- Risk Management and Mitigation
- Change Management
- Quality Management
- Governance and Compliance
- Business Case Development and Investment Justification
Leadership and Behavioural Competencies
- Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making
- Strong Leadership and Team Development
- Critical Thinking and Complex Problem Solving
- Advanced Negotiation and Influencing Skills
- Excellent Communication and Stakeholder Management Skills
- Strong Commercial and Business Acumen
- Organizational and Planning Excellence
- Adaptability and Resilience in Dynamic Consulting Environments
- Ability to build trusted, long-term client relationships
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability
Key Differentiators for the Senior Level
- 10+ years capital project experience
- 8+ years leading projects
- Leadership of large, complex programmes and portfolios
- Executive stakeholder engagement
- Mentoring and development of project teams
- Strong governance, commercial, and strategic project management capability
- Mining and mineral processing project expertise essential