Development Project Manager (R&D)

TL;DR

Development Project Manager (R&D): End-to-end execution of R&D development projects for Optronics Business Lines with an accent on technically complex solutions and high-risk environments. Focus on requirements management, resource planning, and driving projects from concept through to industrialisation readiness.

Location: Irene, South Africa

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in security and defense electronics specializing in advanced sensor and optronics solutions.

What you will do

• Lead project initiation, establish Statements of Work, and set up governance structures.
• Develop and manage full lifecycle plans, including WBS, schedules, milestones, and forecasts.
• Perform resource planning, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting.
• Drive execution against milestones, cost, and technical objectives while managing risk registers.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams across mechanical, software, electronics, and optics.
• Provide regular financial and technical reporting to executives and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum Technical qualification, preferably a BSc/BEng in Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in project management within technical R&D environments.
• Formal training in Project Management.
• Proven experience delivering complex, high-risk technical development projects.
• Strong command of project planning tools such as Gantt charts and WBS.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in Engineering.
• Knowledge of PRINCE2, PMBOK, and Agile methodologies.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working models to support work-life balance.
• Structured onboarding and tailored talent development programs.
• Modern working premises and access to expert networks.
• Comprehensive health management and occupational health and safety programs.
• Attractive salary and special payments.