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Project Manager

Rockwell Automation

Project Manager

full-timePosted: Aug 27, 2026Updated: Sep 3, 2026South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg

Job Description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!Job DescriptionResponsible for successfully planning, controlling, and managing project deliverables to ensure that customer needs are met from order receipt through to final acceptance. Manage the efforts of team members and third-party vendors. Manage the integration and/or development and delivery of deliverables directly to the customer, or in support of a major enterprise-wide project.Reporting structure: Manager, Project ManagementRequirements:BSc Engineering/ Relevant degree qualificationProject management qualification (e.g. PMP) favorableFurther education in business administration or operations, an advantageExcellent English language (verbal and written)Industry application knowledge is a pre-requisiteConversant with MS Project and all MS software products Excel, Access, Word, etc.Typically, 3-5 years’ experience in a systems, software, process automation, proposal or application engineering capacityContract management experience an advantage (e.g. NEC/FIDIC)Core CompetenciesContributes professional & technical expertiseCollaborates & teams effectivelyCommunicates effectivelyAdds value for customers & partnersAttains resultsDrives productivityDrives growthDemonstrates business & financial acumenBuilds our global business & inclusive cultureCreates focus & motivates othersThinks & acts strategicallyLeads changeDevelop people and teamsFosters innovationActs courageouslyPrincipal duties and responsibilities:OverviewExtensive experience with direct customer contact.Able to work and co-ordinate in a team environmentTypically possesses application or technology knowledge relevant to assigned business or geography.Must be able to work in a stressful environment where constructive feedback from others is encouraged.Must have excellent conflict / negotiation resolution skills.Must be available and willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays to meet customer project commitments.Must perform duties in the office or outside the office as part of a project team.Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites, including industrial plants, ships, etc., which may require climbing, working in confined spaces and other unusual work environments.Responsible for the preparation and presentation of quotes, sales proposals, and contracts to the customer in compliance with company policies and standards, obtaining the appropriated approvalsConsult with other functions on issues like pricing, product specification, warranties and product adaptation to ensure that we provide the appropriate business and technical solution to the customer needsFunctionalMay participate in development of business team strategic plan.Performs all aspects of project management functions.Manages execution of assigned projects within margin targets.Manages and reports all resource demand and financial aspects of assigned projects. May apply complex and advanced project management and scheduling techniques.LeadershipLeads efforts of project personnel on complex projects.Coaches and mentors less-experienced engineers assigned to projects.Leads project teams typically employing up to 30 engineering professionals and coordinates activities with support teams and other capabilities.May lead internal project process improvement efforts.InterpersonalResponsible for resource scheduling to meet project plan requirements.Negotiates and prepares change orders with customers.Serves as the primary interface with customer for assigned projects.Supports an environment conducive to successful team interaction.Must have excellent negotiation skills.BusinessActs as Rockwell Automation representative for assigned projects.Complete responsibility for successful outcome of projects. Manages single projects up to 1 M€ and a multiple project portfolio of up to 20 projects.May manage subcontracts that include labour and/or fixed price deliverables.Responsible for meeting project schedule, margin, and customer satisfaction targets.Builds partnerships at the business management level of key customers.Often leads efforts to prepare commercial strategy for complex system applications.Responsible for following all applicable corporate, company, governmental and regulatory policies and procedures as appropriate for this position.Deliver projects to the quality standards and constraints dictated by the business and the customer’s industryEnsure that all project administration is completed and project files are maintainedWork with the internal Proposal team to generate priced proposals for existing and future customersPrimary P&L responsibility for managed projectsFull stake holder management of all projectsWhat We Offer:Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to CalmVolunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employeesEmployee Assistance ProgramPersonalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack programOn-demand digital course library for professional developmentA collaborative, high‑performance engineering environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.Opportunities for ongoing learning, certification, and global exposure.Great compensation package and benefits aligned with Rockwell Automation's global standards.At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.#LI-GA1#LI-hybridRockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

Locations

  • South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg
  • South Africa, North West, Rustenburg

Skills Required

  • systemsintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • BSc Engineering/ Relevant degree qualification (degree)
  • Project management qualification (e.g. PMP) favorable (experience)
  • Further education in business administration or operations, an advantage (experience)
  • Excellent English language (verbal and written) (experience)
  • Industry application knowledge is a pre-requisite (experience)
  • Conversant with MS Project and all MS software products Excel, Access, Word, etc. (experience)
  • Typically, 3-5 years’ experience in a systems, software, process automation, proposal or application engineering capacity (experience, 5 years)
  • Contract management experience an advantage (e.g. NEC/FIDIC) (experience)
  • Further education in business administration or operations, an advantage (experience)
  • Excellent English language (verbal and written) (experience)
  • Industry application knowledge is a pre-requisite (experience)
  • Conversant with MS Project and all MS software products Excel, Access, Word, etc. (experience)
  • Typically, 3-5 years’ experience in a systems, software, process automation, proposal or application engineering capacity (experience, 5 years)
  • Contract management experience an advantage (e.g. NEC/FIDIC) (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Full stake holder management of all projects

Benefits

  • general: Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
  • general: Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees
  • general: Employee Assistance Program
  • general: Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program
  • general: On-demand digital course library for professional development
  • general: A collaborative, high‑performance engineering environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
  • general: Opportunities for ongoing learning, certification, and global exposure.
  • general: Great compensation package and benefits aligned with Rockwell Automation's global standards.
  • general: Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
  • general: Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees
  • general: Employee Assistance Program
  • general: Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program
  • general: On-demand digital course library for professional development
  • general: A collaborative, high‑performance engineering environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
  • general: Opportunities for ongoing learning, certification, and global exposure.
  • general: Great compensation package and benefits aligned with Rockwell Automation's global standards.
  • general: At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.
  • general: Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

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