Senior Engineering Project Manager
First seen by Alion on Nov 1, 2026.
Our client is an established international organisation operating across the engineering and infrastructure sectors.
The business is involved in delivering complex, large-scale projects requiring specialist technical expertise, multidisciplinary engineering coordination and strong project management capabilities.
This opportunity offers experienced professionals the chance to contribute to a significant infrastructure development alongside experienced engineering and construction teams.
Further information about the organisation and project will be shared with shortlisted candidates during the recruitment process.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesSenior Engineering Project Manager | Johannesburg
Smart4Energy is seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Project Manager to oversee technical delivery on a large-scale engineering and infrastructure project.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Manage project planning, budgets, schedules and resources.
Oversee technical project execution and engineering deliverables.
Coordinate contractors, suppliers and stakeholders.
Monitor project risks, progress and performance.
Ensure compliance with engineering, quality and safety standards.
Support project reporting and senior management updates.
Experience Requirements:
8-10+ years of engineering project management experience.
Experience delivering large-scale engineering or infrastructure projects.
Data centre, industrial construction or MEP project experience advantageous.
Strong contractor and stakeholder management skills.
Proven experience managing budgets, timelines and technical teams.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Education Requirements:
Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or related Engineering discipline.
PMP, PRINCE2 or professional registration advantageous.
Additional Information:
Johannesburg/Gauteng-based.
Contractors and consultants preferred.
Candidates should provide availability and current hourly/daily rate.