Project Manager

IHC South Africa (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime technology provider based in Cape Town is seeking a Project Manager to oversee project phases and ensure successful execution within time, cost, and quality constraints. The ideal candidate must have a degree in engineering and 10-12 years of relevant project management experience. This is a full-time, permanent role offering competitive remuneration and a flexible working arrangement.

Benefits

Competitive market-related remuneration

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangement

Qualifications

• 10 -12 years of relevant project management experience.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA.
• Knowledge in Mining, Oil and Gas, Mineral Processing or Heavy Engineering sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage phases, activities and tasks of allocated projects.
• Lead project teams and ensure client satisfaction.
• Develop and manage project risks and mitigation plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Managerial leadership ability

Attention to detail

Ability to perform under pressure

Education

B. Tech / B. Sc / B. Eng degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Word

Excel

Job description

IHC SA is currently seeking to secure the services of a Project Manager in our Cape Town office. The Project Manager’s primary responsibility to manage the phases, activities and tasks associated with projects allocated to him/her, within specified time, cost and quality constraints, to deliver the required project outcome and achieve Client satisfaction. You will manage the Project Team and other resources assigned to the projects allocated to you on a project level and reports directly to the Project Engineering Manager.

Our Offer:

IHC South Africa offers you a challenging full-time, permanent contract, with a flexible working arrangement and a competitive market related remuneration where technology is placed at the forefront of today’s possibilities. You will work in an organisation that is developing at full speed, where your qualities and talents are valued, and where you will have every opportunity to develop further.

You will be responsible for:

Assist Project Engineering Manager to develop operational department year plan.

Setup project during enquiry and award stages respectively and appoint associated project teams.

Manage allocated projects and provide leadership and guidance to the project team.

Schedule and conduct a Project Kick-off meeting.

Obtain Client approval of the scope of supply, delivery schedule, price and commercial conditions.

Document the customer acceptance criteria for each project deliverable.

Develop and manage a Project Schedule outlining the sequence of activities and tasks.

Maintain the Project Budget based on the contract and finalised scope of supply.

Ensure required work packages are compiled for successful execution of the project.

Define all quality targets, standards, assurance and control procedures and document in a Quality Plan and ensure that adequate quality assurance and control techniques are undertaken to meet the quality targets specified in the Quality Plan.

Establish and maintain a clear communications plan between the project and the Client, and between the project and interdepartmental disciplines and external specialists.

Develop and manage project risks and mitigation plans as approved by the Project Engineering Manager.

Compile a HS&E Plan for the project and ensure required Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and other requirements are adhered to throughout the project phases.

Manage the execution of the project.

Monitor and control expenditure to ensure delivery within the approved project budget.

Communicate with supplier’s regarding technical issues and expediting.

Manage the approval of all project change requests and ensure that financial and schedule implications are considered and documented.

Obtain Client acceptance of each deliverable produced by the project.

Resolve all issues affecting the project and alert the Project Engineering Manager when it becomes apparent that the project constraints will not be met.

Ensure compliance with the configuration management system.

Manage the project proposal phase.

Manage the project design and engineering process to completion.

Manage all project procurement.

Manage the fabrication, assembly and delivery phases of the project.

Manage the installation and commissioning phases of the project to ensure takeover and handover.

Hard requirements:

B. Tech / B. Sc / B. Eng degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering;

10 -12 years of relevant project management experience.

Qualifications & Competencies:

Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA;

Knowledge base and experience within the Mining, Oil and Gas, Mineral Processing or Heavy Engineering sectors;

• Proven verbal and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal;

Good organisational skills;

Ability to perform under pressure;

High attention to detail;

Managerial leadership ability;

Cross-functional leadership;

Willingness to work demanding schedule and flexible hours, including after hours, in order to meet required schedule;

Willingness to travel;

Operate as part of a team;

Disciplined – work with limited supervision;

Self-motivated, organized and results driven;

Computer literacy (Word, Excel, MS Project.); and

• Own transportation.

Our offer:

Royal IHC offers you a challenging job within a successful and dynamic company with a reputation for being a worldwide leader in technological innovation. In addition, we offer you a competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

About IHC:

Royal IHC (IHC) is the global market leader in the construction of specialized ships for wet mining and dredging activities, and an important player in the field of complex custom-built offshore ships. However, we do not stop there. For every ship, we also develop advanced equipment that is integrated seamlessly. In addition, we offer life-cycle support to our customers, which is available worldwide and for the lifetime of our products. If you look at our customer base, you will find prominent dredging companies, oil and gas conglomerates, offshore contractors and national governments. With offices worldwide, IHC has an international orientation. Today we have 3,000 colleagues working in various locations across The Netherlands and overseas.

Interested?

Are you interested in the position and do you recognise yourself in the job description? Please respond directly. For more information about Royal IHC, the vacancy and the application process, please visit www.royalihc.com or call the Recruitment department on [phone].

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About Us

Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship. Driven by innovation, our dedicated experts provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than vessels, equipment and services.

We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and create a platform for a more sustainable performance. As we navigate new waters, our aim remains unchanged: to discover the smartest and safest way forward for both our customers and our people. Together, we create the maritime future.

In 2042 (when we exist 400 years) Royal IHC will be a fully sustainable company with a net-zero portfolio

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