We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Project Manager to lead and oversee our shopfitting projects from concept through to completion, while managing a team of Project Managers and contributing to new business development.
This is a leadership-focused position requiring a strong operational mindset, exceptional clientfacing capability, strategic leadership, proactive mindset and proven success delivering multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment. The Senior Project Manager will drive performance, maintain client satisfaction, protect commercial margins, and ensure our project teams execute at a high standard.
Experience & Qualification Requirements
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Project Managers
- Conduct performance oversight, resource planning, and skills development
- Implement project management standards, reporting structures, and accountability
- Promote collaboration between design, production, procurement, and installation
Project Delivery
- Manage the full lifecycle of shopfitting projects: concept → design → approval → production → installation → handover
- Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and quality expectations
- Develop detailed project plans including schedules, cost estimates, and resource allocations
- Monitor project execution to ensure time, cost, and quality objectives are met
- Identify risks, manage variations, and implement corrective actions where necessary
- Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, production, and installation crews
- Ensure accurate documentation throughout the project lifecycle
- Conduct post-project reviews to drive continuous improvement
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, architects, designers, and contractors
- Act as the primary escalation point for major client issues
- Lead project meetings and ensure clear, consistent communication across all stakeholders
- Represent the company professionally in all client engagements
Commercial & New Business Support
- Support tendering, quoting, and solution proposals for new business opportunities
- Participate in client pitches, presentations, and site assessments
- Protect commercial margins through effective project costing and change management
- Review and approve budgets, cost reports, and project financials
Required:
- Grade 12 (Matric) + Relevant tertiary qualification in Project Management, Construction, Shopfitting, or related discipline
- Own vehicle and valid driver’s licence
- Minimum 6–8 years’ project management experience, including:
➢ 2+ years at Senior / Lead level, managing teams and multiple complex projects
➢ 2+ years’ experience in shopfitting, manufacturing, construction, or retail fit-out
- Proven track record of managing projects with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines
- Strong financial understanding (budgets, costing, margin control, variations, etc.)
- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
Pay: R50 000,00 - R70 000,00 per month
Experience:
- Shopfitting : 7 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
