Project Manager for Cape Town - Construction & fitouts - Hotel and Hospitality Projects

Project Manager – High-Impact Build & Delivery

Location: Cape Town
Industry: Custom Design & Construction (High-End Structures)- Hospitality & Hotels
Level: Senior
Type: Full-Time, On-site with Flexibility (4 days a week at office, 1 day at Manufacturing department. After probation 4 days at the office and 1 day work remotely)

Candidates must have their own car and valid driver’s licence with ability to travel for projects.

Lead. Coordinate. Deliver Excellence.

Our client is a leader in the bespoke construction and engineered structures industry. They deliver large-scale, design-forward projects with precision, creativity, and excellence. They’re now seeking a Project Manager who’s not just a coordinator—but a true owner of outcomes, across program, budget, and contract scope.

This is a dynamic, high-responsibility role for someone who thrives on full-cycle project ownership, cross-functional leadership, and detail-oriented execution. You’ll be working at the intersection of creativity, engineering, logistics, and client service—bringing visionary structures to life.

Reporting Line

You will report to the Project General Manager, with dotted-line collaboration with the CFO and department heads across Design, Technical, Manufacturing, and Site Management.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

This is not your average PM role. You will:

• Lead the project lifecycle from handover to completion—owning scope, timelines, budget, and client satisfaction.
• Act as the central hub of all project communication—between internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Work hands-on across technical, operational, and logistical channels—partnering with department heads to align delivery schedules, resource planning, and quality outcomes.
• Stay close to the ground—with a presence in the office, warehouse, and occasional site visits, ensuring accurate implementation and oversight.

Your Core Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Analyze the full scope, budget, and timeline of each assigned project.
• Drive kickoff processes, ensuring alignment between sales handover, technical teams, and delivery functions.
• Host internal and client-side meetings to maintain direction, solve issues, and manage expectations.
• Represent the company with professionalism and clarity in all external interactions.

Budget & Contract Oversight

• Take full ownership of project budgets, with the ability to re-evaluate and motivate for revisions pre-launch.
• Monitor actual vs. forecasted costs, flag risks early, and lead commercial decision-making.
• Issue and manage variation orders, contra charges, and insurance matters in consultation with the finance team.

Program Management

• Establish and continuously maintain live project timelines.
• Collaborate with design, fabrication, procurement, and site teams to ensure deliverables align with the program.
• Ensure planning occurs weekly across all departments and partners.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Sync with heads of department to ensure design specs, procurement timelines, and resource planning are on track.
• Plan and manage all procurement, supplier orders, and service delivery in line with budget and spec.
• Lead planning for shipping, site installation, and sign-off.

Completion & Close-Out

• Oversee project wrap-up: snagging, final accounts, reporting, debriefs, and warranty handovers.
• Drive learnings back into the organization by compiling post-project reviews and improvement reports.

You’ll Also:

• Offer auxiliary support to other PMs or site managers when your own project load allows.
• Escalate requests for admin or technical support if capacity becomes an issue (via the Project GM).
• Maintain rigorous digital record-keeping, program dashboards, and budget logs.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in construction or engineered products project management
• Strong understanding of contract management, procurement, logistics, and team coordination
• Exceptional planning and communication skills
• Ability to work across technical and non-technical departments
• Hands-on, proactive mindset with a problem-solving approach

This Role Is For You If You:

✅ Thrive in a multi-disciplinary environment
✅ Are a confident communicator and decision-maker
✅ Prefer hands-on delivery to behind-the-scenes oversight
✅ Love the challenge of aligning moving parts and people toward a shared vision
✅ Have an eagle-eye for budget control and schedule management