Project Manager (Heavy Engineering)

TL;DR

Project Manager (Heavy Engineering): Managing the full lifecycle of complex engineering projects within the mining and offshore sectors with an accent on budget control, schedule management, and cross-functional team leadership. Focus on delivering high-quality technical outcomes while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and commercial constraints in a demanding industrial environment.

Location: Must be based in Cape Town

Company

hirify.global is a global market leader in the construction of specialized ships for wet mining, dredging, and complex custom-built offshore vessels, providing integrated advanced equipment and life-cycle support.

What you will do

• Manage project phases, activities, and tasks within time, cost, and quality constraints.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams and manage resources effectively.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and communication plans.
• Define quality targets and ensure adherence to HS&E procedures throughout project execution.
• Manage the project design, engineering, procurement, fabrication, and commissioning processes.
• Handle project change requests and ensure financial and schedule implications are documented.

Requirements

• B. Tech / B. Sc / B. Eng degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering
• 10-12 years of relevant project management experience
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA
• Knowledge of Mining, Oil and Gas, or Heavy Engineering sectors
• Proficiency in MS Project and office software
• Must be based in Cape Town

Nice to have

• Project Management qualification

Culture & Benefits

• Challenging full-time, permanent contract
• Competitive market-related remuneration
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development in a global innovation-focused company