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Project Manager - Construction & ERRCS

Pavago

Fully Remote
Remote - South Africa
South Africa
US hours

Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Pavago explicitly welcomes applicants based in South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Position Type:
Full-Time
Location:
Remote
Working Hours:
U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
We are looking for an exceptionally organized and process-driven
Project Manager
to manage commercial and industrial ERRCS (Emergency Responder Radio Coverage Systems) projects from bid through final closeout. You will coordinate project documentation, construction requirements, contractors, vendors, customers, engineers, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs). You will manage multiple projects simultaneously, track deadlines and requirements, prepare and submit documentation, and ensure each project progresses smoothly from quote through completion. This role is ideal for someone with
U.S. commercial construction project management experience
who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with construction documents, permits, contractors, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Contract & Estimating
Review and log incoming bid requests in the project management/CRM system.
Review construction plans, drawings, specifications, and project manuals.
Research and document project requirements, including construction type, square footage, stories, taxes, warranties, maintenance agreements, insurance, bonds, and other requirements.
Research local AHJ requirements, fire codes, ERRCS policies, radio systems, frequencies, and permit requirements.
Coordinate with AHJs to confirm enforcement, testing, plan review, permitting, and inspection requirements.
Research contractor licensing and registration requirements.
Support budgetary pricing and prepare project quotes.
Maintain accurate project information and documentation in CRM and shared systems.
Contract Award & Vendor Coordination
Review contracts and identify unusual or inconsistent requirements.
Coordinate RFQs with RF engineers, installers, equipment distributors, and other vendors.
Review system designs, vendor quotes, and Bills of Materials for accuracy and completeness.
Coordinate pricing for equipment, electrical, fire alarm, roofing, and other project requirements.
Track sales tax, shipping, warranties, maintenance agreements, and other project costs.
Maintain executed contracts and project records.
Pre-Installation Documentation
Prepare, format, organize, and distribute project submittals to customers, installers, and AHJs.
Coordinate building plans, certifications, permits, equipment documentation, system designs, reports, and trade coordination documents.
Prepare and maintain installer work orders and project documentation.
Collect and verify vendor W-9s, COIs, OSHA certifications, and other required credentials.
Coordinate customer-specific requirements such as insurance, background checks, drug testing, badging, and certifications.
Confirm project and contractor licensing or permit requirements.
AHJ & Permit Coordination
Submit project documentation to AHJs for formal plan review when required.
Coordinate BDA transmission requests with applicable radio system administrators.
Apply for required fire or building permits.
Track plan reviews, radio approvals, permits, and inspections.
Follow up with AHJs and relevant authorities to keep approvals moving.
Maintain accurate records of regulatory and permitting requirements.
Installation & Project Coordination
Coordinate with technical services, installers, trades, customers, and vendors throughout the project.
Track equipment orders and delivery schedules.
Coordinate responses to changes in building plans, construction timelines, and project requirements.
Follow up on outstanding tasks, approvals, documents, and deliverables.
Maintain project timelines and ensure stakeholders remain informed.
Identify and resolve project issues before they impact deadlines.
Post-Installation & Closeout
Prepare and distribute final project closeout documentation.
Maintain system manuals and post-installation documentation.
Coordinate commissioning reports, signal test reports, warranties, installation photos, and as-built system designs.
Confirm completion of installer and trade coordination requirements.
Coordinate project invoicing and supporting documentation.
Follow up on lien waivers from installers and suppliers when required.
Ensure projects are fully documented and properly closed.
Process Improvement & Automation
Maintain and improve standardized project management processes, templates, and systems.
Identify opportunities to reduce manual work and improve project workflows.
Build and maintain organized documentation systems.
Support automation initiatives to improve project tracking, reporting, and communication.
Continuously identify ways to improve efficiency and accountability.
Required Experience & Skills
Proven experience managing
commercial or industrial construction projects
.
Experience managing multiple projects, budgets, timelines, contractors, and resources simultaneously.
Strong understanding of U.S. construction project workflows.
Familiarity with
International Building Code (

Tips for South African Applicants

Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

Salary in Context

Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.

Application Tips

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About Pavago

Pavago is a company in the design industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 160 open positions on Hirezar. View all Pavago jobs →