Job Title:Proposals Engineer

Findojobs South Africa; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Project Manager to oversee installation and commissioning projects. The role requires excellent project management skills, a strong engineering background, and effective client communication. Candidates must have significant multi-disciplinary project experience and a Project Management Diploma. This position offers an opportunity to lead diverse project teams and ensure successful delivery of engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years' multi-disciplinary project experience.
• Minimum of 3 years site execution supervision experience.
• Proven working experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission equipment at customer sites.
• Define project execution scopes and schedules.
• Ensure projects are delivered on-time and within budget.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Engineering qualification (diploma or degree)

Project Management Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Projects

Job description

Detail : Position Summary :

The incumbent plays a key role in the Projects department with the primary focus being on :

• Installation and commissioning of company equipment at existing customer sites and of other equipment at other sites, where diversification opportunities may arise
• Be an ambassador for the company on site (ensure effective communication between client & the company)
• Follow leads with client related to new business opportunities
• Providing technical assistance to internal and external customers

This role requires the below tasks to be carried out :

• Define all the project execution scopes, work breakdown structures, schedules, objectives, method statements, project risks involving all relevant stakeholders after receiving a detailed handover from the Technical sales team related to all the group products
• Maintain monthly overview of services budget, monitor variations, and ensure cost control on projects, timely invoicing on services projects
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Define and coordinate internal resources and third parties / vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Contribute towards contractor vendor selection and approval
• Oversee multi-disciplinary project teams responsible for the installation & commissioning of company equipment according to company Standard, within safety, quality, budget, time and scope targets.
• Measure and report on project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Perform internal risk management to minimize project risks.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Train operators / supervisors to use companies equipment and technicians on how to maintain equipment
• Manage relationship with the client (invoicing, deadline, milestone, turnover….)
• Provide feedback from client to Commercial Department in order to improve customer service
• Coordinate ad-hoc internal projects when required

Problem Solving :

• Implement a mitigation plan in order to reduce the risks during all phases of project or maintenance interventions.
• Pro-active hands-on problem solving on job-site
• Report and escalate to senior management as needed.
• Develop good customer relationship with client and ensure client satisfaction in terms of planning, quality & meeting deadlines
• Ensure high level of safety on site

Qualification :

• Engineering qualification (diploma or degree)
• Project Management Diploma as a minimum (non-negotiable)

Relevant experience :

• 7-10 years’ multi-disciplinary project experience.
• Minimum of 3 Years Site execution supervision experience will be advantageous.
• Proven working experience in project management and organizational skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Projects.
• Marketing skills for identifying possible new projects and business opportunities.
• Financial comprehension pertaining to budgets and job costing.
• Excellent client-facing and internal verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills involving goal-setting, professional development and mentorship.
• Conflict management skills.
• Strong project planning, organizational and time management skills.