Project Manager

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Project Manager at the George Local Municipality. The position offers a salary ranging from R675,048 to R876,300 per annum (T15), supplemented by additional service benefits such as Medical Aid, Pension, Housing Allowance (subject to prescribed requirements), 13th Cheque, and Group Life Insurance. Applicable perks include Cellphone and Vehicle Allowance, subject to prescribed requirements. The role entails special conditions including regular travel to project sites within the municipal area and occasional travel to provincial and national meetings. Flexibility in working hours is required for evening community meetings and weekend site inspections. The Project Manager will be exposed to construction site environments with associated safety risks, requiring compliance with occupational health and safety protocols, and is expected to achieve specific project delivery targets and key performance indicators. **What you will do** * Plan and develop comprehensive housing project proposals aligned with the Divisional Manager’s strategic planning and divisional priorities. * Manage and oversee the implementation of housing development projects. * Coordinate and manage project-level stakeholder relationships in support of the Divisional Manager’s broader stakeholder engagement framework. * Manage human, financial, and material resources allocated to housing projects. * Uphold compliance with municipal policies, national housing legislation, building standards, and regulatory requirements. * Identify, assess, and manage project risks. * Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation. * Manage community engagement processes and public communications. * Manage and monitor compliance of municipal housing policies and legislative requirements. * Guide the performance, behaviour, and conduct of divisional personnel. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Minimum Requirements:** * Relevant tertiary qualification in project management. * Computer literacy: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), project management software, and municipal information systems. * Valid driver’s license. * 8 years or more relevant experience with extensive managerial experience. * **Preferred Requirements:** * Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) or Advanced Diploma in: Human Settlements / Housing Development; Urban and Regional Planning; Built Environment Studies; Construction Management / Project Management; Public Administration; Property Development; or Administration in Human Settlements Management. * **Competencies:** * **Functional / Professional Competencies:** Discipline Specific Skills, Financial Management, Planning and Organising, Monitoring and Control, Organisational Awareness, Attention to Detail, Direction Setting, Dispute Resolution, Problem Solving, Negotiation. * **Public Service Orientation Competencies:** Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery Orientation, Client Orientation and Customer Focus. * **Personal Competencies:** Resilience, Learning orientation. * **Management / Leadership Competencies:** Impact and Influence, Team Orientation, Coaching and Mentoring. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an experienced Project Manager with a relevant tertiary qualification in project management, possessing at least 8 years of experience, including extensive managerial responsibilities. They should be highly computer literate with proficiency in MS Office Suite, project management software, and municipal information systems, and hold a valid driver's license. Preference is given to candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) or Advanced Diploma in specific fields related to Human Settlements, Urban Planning, Construction Management, Public Administration, or Property Development. The role requires strong functional, professional, public service orientation, personal, and management/leadership competencies, including financial management, planning, problem-solving, negotiation, communication, client focus, resilience, team orientation, and coaching skills. Applicants must be prepared for regular travel within the municipal area, occasional provincial/national travel, flexible working hours including evenings and weekends, and exposure to construction site environments. **Deadline** 2026-11-09 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/project-manager-george-local-municipality Source: myjobmag

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• At least 8 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Project management
• Health and safety (OHS)

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