Job Description

Are you an experienced and energetic project manager who thrives on leading diverse team and delivering high-quality results? We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individual to join our team and manage customer projects throughout the entire project management lifecycle. If you excel in coordinating complex projects, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining high standards in health and safety, we want to hear from you!

As one of our Project Manager in Cape Town, you will manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring that all targets are met. You will support risk management and business control activities, effectively communicate progress and address issues with customers, management, and stakeholders. Additionally, you will assist in project planning, cost estimation, scheduling, and conducting risk assessments throughout the lifecycle of the project.

Responsibilities:

Manage Full Project Lifecycle:

Lead and coordinate projects from initiation through execution and close-out - ensuring on-time delivery, cost control, quality standards, and adherence to health & safety guidelines.

Collaborate Across Teams:

Work closely with internal departments, external partners, and stakeholders to align on goals, share progress, and solve challenges as they arise.

Focus on Customers:

Ensure that customer expectations are clearly understood, met, and exceeded - building strong relationships through clear communication and reliable delivery.

Support Sales & Planning:

Provide input during tenders and project planning, contributing to pricing, scheduling, and risk assessments during the early stages of the project.

Apply Best Practices:

Use established project management frameworks, tools, and governance models to ensure consistency and control across all phases of the project.

Mitigate Risks & Ensure Compliance:

Identify potential risks early, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with company standards and customer requirements.

You Are:

We're looking for a confident, structured project leader with a hands-on approach and a proactive mindset. You're just as comfortable handling the technical side of a project as you are communicating with stakeholders.

You have:

At least 3 years of experience in project management, ideally from wind, energy, construction, or other technical sectors. BCom in Project Management and/or relevant technical qualification Must have a valid SA drivers licence. Must pass an Annexure 3 medical. Strong planning and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience working in international and cross-functional environments. Strong communication and relationship-building skills - you're a natural connector. The ability to remain calm, focused, solution-oriented under pressure and ability to adapt to change. Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus). Willingness to travel to sites, partners, or customer locations as and when required

And here's what we value in you:

Ownership:

You take responsibility for your projects and drive them forward with confidence.

Collaborative Spirit:

You thrive in team environments and work well across departments.

Customer Focused:

You're dedicated to delivering value and building lasting relationships.

Results-Driven:

You're motivated by targets and take pride in hitting key milestones.

Problem Solver:

You think critically and find effective solutions, even in complex scenarios.
If you're ready to take on a key role in a fast-growing company where your project management skills will make a real impact - we want to hear from you! Apply now and join our journey to shape the future of renewable energy.

What We Offer

We offer a dynamic and challenging role within a company on an exciting growth trajectory. You'll be part of a supportive team, working in an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and personal development.

Interested?

Send your CV and motivational letter today via the "Apply"-button.
Please note that we do not accept applications via e-mail.
We process applications on an ongoing basis and will close the process once we have found the right candidate.

About Swire Renewable Energy

Swire Renewable Energy (SRE) is a global service provider specialised in the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of renewable energy infrastructure, particularly focusing on wind and solar PV farms. Headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, SRE has a strong international presence with regional offices strategically located in Australia, Denmark, Finland, France, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, Sweden, Taiwan, and the UK.

Our core services encompass comprehensive project management, engineering expertise, and efficient asset management solutions, catering to clients throughout the entire lifecycle of renewable energy assets, including construction, operational, and decommissioning phases. Our commitment to delivering tailored and innovative services ensures that customers optimise the efficiency and longevity of their renewable energy investments and maximise the production from their assets.

At the heart of Swire Renewable Energy is a dedicated team of over 500 highly skilled technicians, each possessing specialised knowledge in areas such as high voltage systems, mechanical engineering, blade maintenance, and construction. With a high focus on Health and Safety, these specialists are instrumental in providing bespoke solutions aimed at maximising the performance and sustainability of our customers' green

General:

Interested applicants who meet the above specifications should submit :

Detailed CV Copy of qualification
Note: If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of submission of application of this advertisement, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

We reserve the right not to fulfil this position.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

License/Certification:

South African Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/07/25