Project Manager – Fabrication Projects (Johannesburg)

About the role

Our client on the East Rand is urgently seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead office‑based coordination of modular process plant fabrication. Working closely with the Production Manager, you will ensure that fabrication deliverables meet project timelines, budgets and client expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed fabrication schedules aligned with overall project plans.
• Coordinate internal resources across engineering, procurement and production teams.
• Monitor progress, identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
• Serve as the primary client‑facing representative for all fabrication matters.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors, providing regular updates and reports.
• Track fabrication costs, support contract administration, variation management and commercial negotiations.
• Collaborate with finance and procurement to ensure accurate billing and cost control.
• Work with the Production Manager to guarantee seamless hand‑over between office planning and workshop execution.

Required profile

• Proven project‑management experience in a fabrication, engineering or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of modular plant fabrication workflows.
• Excellent client‑facing communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, project management or a related field.

Required skills

• Proficiency with project scheduling tools such as MS Project or Primavera.
• Experience using document control systems.