Job Project Manager

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

Project Manager

Ref.-Nr. : ZA00490

Schedule type : Full Time

Contract Type : Permanent Position

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Project Manager Chemical plants is responsible to Manage Chemical Plants projects in Plant Engineering within a matrix organisation to completion, on time, within budget and to specification.

• Manage Plant Engineering Chemical Plant projects and in accordance with Project Management procedures.
• Risk management; identifying risks and issues, developing and implement risk abatement plans.
• Planning; develop project scope, cost and schedule to meet objectives and key requirements.
• Perform financial analysis, including preparation of project budgets.
• Execute projects to complete on time, within budget and to specification.
• Continuous monitoring of project progress and reporting thereof using designated planning- and reporting instruments.
• Control cost- and schedule variance by timeously implementing corrective actions.
• Keep project stakeholders informed on project progress by timeous communication.
• Ensure effective project communication with line manager.
• Ensuring deliverables and project scope remains consistent with Statement of Requirements and business objectives for the project.
• Ensuring adherence to all relevant policies, procedures and other company standards.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of the Project Management function.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

• BEng Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree.
• Project Management qualification or higher.
• At least 3 - 5 years’ experience in daily Project Management projects.
• MS Projects or similar project schedule package.
• Experience in project management tools will be an added advantage.
• Experience in explosives will be an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation and conflict management skills.
• Excellent communication, planning and organizing skills.
• Highly organized, self-motivated and attention to detail.
• Willing to travel abroad for up to 3 months at a time.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund.
• Medical Schemes.
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division.
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing.
• Career development and progress opportunities.
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes).
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options.
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture.
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do.
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events.