Job Project Management Office Manager

Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RF) (Pty) Ltd; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Somerset West is seeking a Project Management Office Manager to oversee project standards and ensure efficient project completion. The role requires a BEng or similar qualification, PMP certification, and at least 5 years of project management experience, with proficiency in project management tools such as MS Projects and Power BI. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Market-related salary

13th Cheque

Medical Aid

Pension Fund

Incentive Bonus

Bursary Schemes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Project Management Environment.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate project performance.
• Proven experience in financial modelling and scenario planning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the strategic planning of the entire RDM Projects portfolio.
• Standardising the scheduling process and reporting methodologies.
• Measuring field schedule performance and adjusting as necessary.

Skills

Project administration

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Financial modelling

Communication skills

Planning and organizing

Use of MS Projects

Proven experience with Power BI

Education

BEng or Relevant Project Management or Engineering Qualification (NQF 7 or Higher)

PMP Certification

Tools

MS Projects

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Project Management Office Manager

Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RF) (Pty) Ltd in Somerset West Cape Town

Ref.-Nr. : ZA00466

Schedule type : Full Time

Contract Type : Permanent Position

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Project Management Office Manager will be responsible to oversee and maintain the standards that underpin the RDM's project initiatives. This entails orchestrating project planning, analysing cost and schedule data, monitoring statistical metrics, refining processes for enhanced efficiency, and ensuring accurate project documentation and reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinating the strategic planning of the entire RDM Projects portfolio.
• Standardising the scheduling process, as well as planning and reporting methodologies, across the project management department within RDM.
• Developing a comprehensive view of the allocation of project-related resources within the organisation to effectively manage resource utilisation.
• Identifying and logically integrating tasks with available resources across all project functions, and highlighting factors that are likely to influence project completion.
• Measuring field schedule performance, continuously validating and updating schedules based on actual progress, and accurately forecasting project completion dates using robust earned value management practices.
• Continuously analysing project performance to improve and optimise the project portfolio as necessary, and
• Contributing to the enhancement of the Project Management function at RDM.
• Ensuring compliance with the requirements outlined in the RDM General Project Management Procedure, as well as all relevant RDM procedures.
• Managing and accurately reporting on the health status, progress, risks, and issues of the project portfolio to the General Manager of Project Management.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

• Minimum of a BEng or Relevant Project Management or Engineering Qualification (NQF 7 or Higher) and PMP Certification.
• At least 5 years’ experience in Project Management Environment with demonstrated ability in project administration, coordination and management.
• High proficient with project management software tools such as MS Projects, data analysis tools such as Power BI, and reporting systems to effectively manage project portfolios.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate project performance, and make data-driven decisions.
• Proven experience in financial modelling and scenario planning and advanced skills in excel.
• Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication, planning and organising skills.
• High attention to detail.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Market -related salary
• 13th Cheque
• Medical Aid
• Pension Fund
• Incentive Bonus
• Bursary Schemes