Project Manager
Somewhere
πΏπ¦ Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R27,750 β R37,000 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa β whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
Project Manager
About the Company
Our client is a growing turfing and outdoor solutions company focused on delivering high-quality installations and exceptional customer experiences. As project volume continues to increase, they are seeking a proactive and highly organizedProject Managerto oversee project execution, vendor coordination, customer scheduling, and operational process improvement.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys owning projects from start to finish, improving systems, and ensuring every project runs smoothly and profitably.
Role Overview
The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating project activities, managing vendors and materials, scheduling installations, reviewing invoices, and supporting the development of operational processes and SOPs.
The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who can work independently, make informed decisions, and maintain consistent follow-up with internal stakeholders. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Management
* Oversee active projects from scheduling through completion
Oversee active projects from scheduling through completion
* Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and project milestones
Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and project milestones
* Ensure projects remain organized and on track
Ensure projects remain organized and on track
* Maintain accurate project documentation and records
Maintain accurate project documentation and records
* Identify and resolve project issues proactively
Identify and resolve project issues proactively
Material Ordering & Vendor Management
* Source, order, and track project materials
Source, order, and track project materials
* Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries
Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries
* Maintain vendor relationships and monitor performance
Maintain vendor relationships and monitor performance
* Resolve material shortages, delays, and procurement issues
Resolve material shortages, delays, and procurement issues
* Track material costs and purchasing activity
Track material costs and purchasing activity
Customer & Installer Scheduling
* Schedule projects with customers and installation teams
Schedule projects with customers and installation teams
* Coordinate project timelines and availability
Coordinate project timelines and availability
* Communicate project updates and scheduling changes
Communicate project updates and scheduling changes
* Ensure installers have the necessary information and resources to complete projects successfully
Ensure installers have the necessary information and resources to complete projects successfully
Invoice Review & Financial Administration
* Review and scrub invoices for accuracy
Review and scrub invoices for accuracy
* Cross-reference invoices against CRM pricing and project records
Cross-reference invoices against CRM pricing and project records
* Identify discrepancies and work with vendors to resolve billing issues
Identify discrepancies and work with vendors to resolve billing issues
* Process and coordinate payment of material invoices
Process and coordinate payment of material invoices
* Maintain organized financial records related to projects
Maintain organized financial records related to projects
Process Improvement & SOP Development
* Develop and improve operational procedures and workflows
Develop and improve operational procedures and workflows
* Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements
Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements
* Support the implementation of scalable project management systems
Support the implementation of scalable project management systems
Required Qualifications
* 2β5 years of experience in project management, operations coordination, construction administration, or a related field
2β5 years of experience in project management, operations coordination, construction administration, or a related field
* Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
* Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
* Comfortable making decisions independently with minimal supervision
Comfortable making decisions independently with minimal supervision
* Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
* Proficiency with Google Workspace tools, including Google Sheets and Google Drive
Proficiency with Google Work
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
At R27,750/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,500/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards β use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 748 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs β