Project Manager

Royal IHC; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 80 000 - 120 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead diverse projects in Cape Town. This exciting role involves overseeing project phases, managing teams, and ensuring client satisfaction while adhering to quality and budget constraints. The company values innovation and offers a dynamic work environment where your talents will be recognized and developed. With a focus on the mining and dredging sectors, this role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact in a global organization. If you are passionate about project management and ready for a new challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of relevant project management experience.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA.

Responsibilities

• Manage project phases, ensuring adherence to time, cost, and quality constraints.
• Develop project schedules and manage budgets effectively.
• Coordinate with clients and suppliers to ensure project success.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

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

Tools

MS 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 is to manage the phases, activities, and tasks associated with projects allocated to them, 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 and report directly to the Project Engineering Manager.

Our Offer:

IHC South Africa offers a challenging full-time, permanent contract, with flexible working arrangements and a competitive market-related remuneration. You will work in an organization that is developing rapidly, where your talents are valued, and where there are opportunities for further development.

Responsibilities include:

1. Assist the Project Engineering Manager in developing the operational department's yearly plan.
2. Set up projects during enquiry and award stages and appoint associated project teams.
3. Manage allocated projects, providing leadership and guidance to the project team.
4. Schedule and conduct project kick-off meetings.
5. Obtain client approval for scope of supply, delivery schedule, price, and commercial conditions.
6. Document customer acceptance criteria for each project deliverable.
7. Develop and manage a project schedule outlining activities and tasks.
8. Maintain the project budget based on the contract and finalized scope of supply.
9. Ensure work packages are prepared for successful project execution.
10. Define quality targets, standards, assurance, and control procedures; document in a Quality Plan.
11. Establish and maintain clear communication plans with clients, interdepartmental teams, and external specialists.
12. Develop and manage project risks and mitigation plans.
13. Compile a HS&E Plan and ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental procedures.
14. Manage project execution, monitor, and control expenditure to stay within budget.
15. Coordinate with suppliers regarding technical issues and expediting.
16. Manage project change requests, considering financial and schedule implications.
17. Secure client acceptance of project deliverables.
18. Resolve issues impacting the project and escalate risks to the Project Engineering Manager.
19. Ensure compliance with configuration management systems.
20. Oversee project proposal, design, engineering, procurement, fabrication, assembly, delivery, installation, and commissioning phases.

Hard requirements:

1. B. Tech / B. Sc / B. Eng degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronic Engineering.
2. 10-12 years of relevant project management experience.

Qualifications & Competencies:

1. Project Management qualification.
2. Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA.
3. Experience in Mining, Oil and Gas, Mineral Processing, or Heavy Engineering sectors.
4. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
5. Ability to work under pressure and pay high attention to detail.
6. Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.
7. Computer literacy (Word, Excel, MS Project).
8. Own transportation.

Our offer:

Royal IHC offers a challenging role within a successful, innovative company with a global reputation. We provide a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

About IHC:

Royal IHC is a global leader in constructing specialized ships for wet mining and dredging, developing advanced equipment, and providing lifecycle support worldwide. With approximately 3,000 employees across various locations, we serve prominent clients in dredging, offshore, and government sectors.