Job Description

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.



Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential of every project.



The project:



As the Cape Town region continues to thrive with various building and infrastructure development opportunities, we are expanding our team. We are seeking two experienced project managers to join our Cape Town, South Africa, regional office during this exciting period of growth.



The ideal candidates will have a strong background in refurbishment projects, particularly those involving a high degree of public interface and mission-critical live services. In the coming year and beyond, we will be supporting our regional clients in delivering innovative residential and commercial building developments, infrastructure projects, and feasibility and advisory services.



Our forward-thinking, digital-solutions-oriented approach ensures high value for our clients and an engaging work environment for our team.



Join us and be a part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of Cape Town's infrastructure and building landscape.



Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:



Safety first - Going home safe and well:


You will promote Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours, sharing lessons learned and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework to support the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff. You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to the project portfolio. You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the well-being of the people in your team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:


You will ensure quality systems are suitably managed in line with service excellence. You will deliver and manage project plans from project inception/briefing through design development and planning, contractor procurement and the construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones. You will manage tasks and associated deliverables in support of senior project managers and other leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:


You will manage project budgets and highlight any risks, challenges and mitigations. You will support the long-term development of your function or business unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future. You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:


You will manage design and wider consultant teams in a collaborative manner to ensure effective completion of responsibilities. You will manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs). You will actively network and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.

You'll need to have:


Right to work in South Africa. Either be based in or be willing to relocate to Cape Town. Professional registration with the Pr CPM or Pr CM with the SACPCMP. Bachelor's degree, i.e., construction studies, civil engineering, quantity surveying, architectural studies, construction management.

You'll also have:


Professional registration with the SACPCMP as Pr CPM or Pr CM. PMI-PMP Certification is not required but desirable. Experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the retail, hospitality and or high-end residential sectors. Property or infrastructure project management expertise. Commercial and financial acumen. Experience of working on projects within large, diverse teams. Experience of developing and forming relationships with other stakeholders within projects.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.

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