General Manager: Project Management (Mega Capital Projects)

Our client, a leading organisation in the heavy industrial and energy sector, is undertaking a significant transformation of its capital project delivery capability. As part of this turnaround, a critical leadership role has been created for a seasoned project management executive to lead a multi-billion Rand portfolio of complex, coal-fired / thermal power generation capital projects.

This is a flagship appointment – the first of several external hires into the restructured project leadership team. The successful candidate will report directly to the Group Executive and lead a workforce of approximately 150–250 direct and indirect reports, managing a portfolio valued at multi?billions of Rands annually. The role will be based in Gauteng or Mpumalanga, with travel to project sites as required.

We are seeking a pragmatic leader who thrives in challenging environments, can turn around underperforming projects, and drive a culture of disciplined, strategic delivery....