Project Administrator

Hands-on from day one, the Project Administrator will ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and acceptance criteria through, estimate and manage project budgets and define project scope for an established business in Stellenbosch, Western Cape.

The setting is busy but well-organised, with a focus on getting the job done properly. Hard work is matched by genuine respect for the people who do it. Do not wait — submit your details and take the next step.

The role is based on-site and suits someone living within commuting distance.

• Facilitate regular project status meetings and prepare progress reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholder groups.
• Conduct project closure activities including lessons learned sessions, final reporting, and handover of deliverables to operations.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules using project management software, identifying critical path activities and tracking progress.
• Manage relationships with project stakeholders including clients, sponsors, team members, and vendors, ensuring clear communication.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and acceptance criteria through quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders and develop comprehensive project charters and plans.
• Manage project changes through a formal change control process, assessing impact on scope, schedule, and budget before approval.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong understanding of both waterfall and agile project management methodologies with ability to apply the appropriate approach.
• A minimum of five to seven years of experience in managing projects of increasing complexity in the relevant industry sector.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with ability to make sound judgements under pressure.
• A recognised project management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or CAPM from an accredited certification body.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills to motivate and direct cross-functional project teams.
• A bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, engineering, or a related field from a recognised institution.