Senior Project Manager

About the role

Siemens Energy is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex energy projects across Eastern and Southern Africa. Based in Midrand, the role oversees delivery from order intake through hand‑over, ensuring projects meet time, cost, safety and quality targets.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end execution of high‑value projects, managing scope, schedule, cost and quality.
• Ensure compliance with Siemens Energy project management standards and governance frameworks.
• Identify, assess and mitigate risks, and capture opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and oversee contract administration, including claims and commercial negotiations.
• Act as first line of escalation for project issues, providing timely reporting and decision support.
• Allocate resources, coordinate cross‑functional teams and drive continuous improvement in project execution.
• Mentor and develop intermediate and junior project managers, creating up‑skilling plans and facilitating knowledge sharing.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Extensive experience managing large, complex energy or infrastructure projects in Africa.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and resolve operational and strategic challenges.

Required skills