Project Manager
TECHNICAL SERVICE AND SUPPORT | Hybrid in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa | Full Time
The Company:
Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications.
Our technologies are shaping the production and people-related ecosystems to become increasingly connected and autonomous — ensuring a scalable, sustainable future.
Hexagon’s Mining division solves surface and underground mine challenges with proven technologies for planning, operations, and safety.
Hexagon (Nasdaq Stockholm: HEXA B) has approximately 24,000 employees in 50 countries and net sales of approximately 5.5bn USD. Learn more at hexagon.com and follow us @HexagonAB.
Purpose of Position:
To lead and manage projects from initiation to closure, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget while meeting quality standards. The Project Manager will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and apply best practices in project management.
Major Areas of Responsibility:
- Lead project planning, execution, monitoring, and closure phases
- Define project scope, goals and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders - Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations
- Manage project budgets and ensure financial accountability
- Identify and manage project risks and issues proactively
- Communicate project status to stakeholders and senior management
- Ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and methodologies
- Facilitate project meetings and ensure documentation is up to date
- Drive continuous improvement and lessons learned post-project completion
Minimum Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BSc or BEng) - PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is mandatory - Minimum 5 years of industry experience in project management
- Demonstrated experience in mining, construction and manufacturing sectors
- Proven track record of managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects
- Experience in stakeholder management, budgeting, and risk mitigation
- Familiarity with change management principles
Travel:
- International and/or Domestic travel will be required.
- Valid Driver's License and passport
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong leadership and team management skills - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana)
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements
