Senior Programme Manager

You will report directly to our General Manager and you’ll work out of our Johannesburg, South Africa location on a Hybrid work schedule.

The Senior Program Manager is responsible for the successful execution of large-scale automation and digitalisation projects within the power generation sector, primarily supporting Honeywell’s programs with Eskom. The role provides end-to-end program leadership including engineering execution, construction oversight, commissioning, financial governance, and customer stakeholder management.

The immediate focus of the role is oversight of active Eskom programs such as Medupi and associated generation projects. Beyond these programs, the role will also support execution of other Honeywell projects across utilities, mining, energy, and industrial customers in Sub-Saharan Africa when required.

The position plays a critical role in ensuring disciplined project execution, protecting margin, maintaining customer confidence, and enabling Honeywell to convert backlog and new opportunities into successful project outcomes.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project or program management within industrial automation, power generation, or infrastructure environments.
• Demonstrated experience delivering large complex projects involving control systems, instrumentation, or building management
• Experience working in site-based execution and commissioning environments
• Strong financial and commercial project management capability
• Experience delivering projects within Eskom or power generation environments
• Strong understanding of program management principles and methodologies.
• Experience managing complex customer programs with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

WE VALUE

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.
• Experience operating in matrix organizations and cross-regional teams.
• Experience with power generation DCS, industrial automation, access control building management solutions
• Strong leadership and team management capability
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage complex technical projects in high-pressure environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Structured decision making and risk management
• Ability to drive execution and accountability across multiple teams

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more about Honeywell: click here (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en)

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell Process Automation offers a comprehensive suite of solutions and services designed to help industries such as power generation, oil and gas processing, mining refineries refining optimize their operations. They provide technologies that enhance reliability, efficiency, and profitability of facilities through digitalization and lifecycle services. Their portfolio includes process control, monitoring, and safety systems, which cater to diverse automation needs.

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more about inclusion and diversity :click here (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en/company/inclusion-and-diversity)

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more about inclusion and diversity

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Execution & Delivery

Lead the execution of complex automation and control system programs for Eskom and other strategic customers, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

Oversee all phases of project delivery including:

• Engineering design and system integration
• Procurement and equipment delivery
• Site construction and installation
• System commissioning and start-up
• Final customer acceptance and project close-out

Ensure projects are executed in accordance with Honeywell project governance standards, including schedule control, change management, and milestone management.

Financial & Commercial Management

Maintain full accountability for project financial performance including:

• Budget tracking and cost control
• Margin protection and improvement
• Forecasting and Estimate at Completion (EAC) updates
• Risk and contingency management
• Change order management and claims

Ensure timely invoicing, cash collection, and financial reporting in alignment with Honeywell financial processes and tools.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary Honeywell delivery interface with Eskom and other key customers.

Maintain strong relationships with:

• Customer engineering and operations teams
• EPC contractors and site construction teams
• Honeywell engineering, supply chain, and services teams

Manage customer expectations, technical escalations, and commercial discussions to ensure successful program outcomes.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Lead multidisciplinary teams across engineering, commissioning, supply chain, project controls, and field services.

Coordinate closely with:

• Engineering teams responsible for CBMS, DCS, control systems, and instrumentation
• Lifecycle Services (LSS) teams supporting installed systems
• Sales and business development teams for opportunity conversion

Provide leadership and direction to project managers, engineers, and site teams.

Risk Management & Governance

Identify and proactively manage program risks related to schedule, cost, technical integration, safety, and customer expectations.

Drive disciplined use of project governance tools and processes including scheduling, risk registers, project reviews, and execution planning.