Project Engineer (Manager)

Project Engineer (Manager) job vacancy in Richards Bay.

An experienced Project Engineer (Manager) is required for a permanent employment based in Richards Bay.

Installation and commissioning of company equipment at existing customer sites and of other equipment at other sites.

Be an ambassador for the company on site (ensure effective communication between client & company).

Follow leads with client related to new business opportunities.

Providing technical assistance to internal and external customers.

This position includes regular travel to Mozambique.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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 equipment according to company standards, 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 company equipment and technicians on how to maintain equipment.
• Manage relationship with the client (invoicing, deadline, milestone, turnover etc).
• 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.

Requirements:

• Engineering qualification (diploma or degree) or trade tested artisan with minimum N4.
• Project Management Diploma as a minimum (non-negotiable).
• 7-10 years’ multi-disciplinary project experience.
• Min 3 Years Site execution supervision experience.
• 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.