Assistant Project Manager

AECOM's Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join its team in the South Africa offices. Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM's primary vehicle for workshare, partnering with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.

Responsibilities

Manages one or more less complex projects; May manage certain phases of projects only; Generally works under the supervision of a senior Project Manager/Program Manager or above, or a Regional Manager; Within individual's area of responsibility, consistently identifies potential project problems or opportunities in a proactive manner, analyzes the issues, develops alternatives and arrives at the most optimum approach to mitigate problems or exploit opportunities; Makes sound, well-informed and objective decisions relating to assigned project with a strong understanding of the impact and implications of decisions; Manages project resources; Advises/mentors less experienced staff on project management skills

Requirements

National Higher Diploma in built environment field of study; National Diploma in built environment field of study; Tertiary qualification in Project Management related field of study, such as procurement, quantity surveying, engineering, architecture, planning, contracting; Registration as Candidate with SACAP, OR Registration as Candidate with ECSA, OR Registration as Candidate with SACPCMP (CCPM), OR Certification as CAPM with PMI

Benefits

Medical; dental; vision; life; AD&D; disability benefits; paid time off; leaves of absence; voluntary benefits; perks; flexible work options; well-being resources; employee assistance program; business travel insurance; service recognition awards; retirement savings plan; employee stock purchase plan; training and development programs