Regional Technical Project Manager

Lactalis South Africa; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis South Africa in Stellenbosch seeks a Regional Technical Project Manager to oversee capex projects from inception to completion and to control costs and report on capex financials. You will drive strategy, lead engineers, and engage with clients and suppliers to ensure projects meet timelines and standards.

The role requires engineering with PMBOK experience, strong negotiation and financial management skills, and a track record in FMCG project delivery.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree, preferably Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical.
• Postgraduate qualification in business or project management is advantageous.
• 10 years FMCG experience with strong project management background.
• PMP certification is an added advantage and PMBOK experience.

Responsibilities

• Capex Strategy Planning: drive budgeting, resource allocation and design improvements.
• Client and Stakeholder Engagement: build relationships and manage stakeholders.
• Technical and Project Leadership: oversee delivery, ensure quality and compliance.
• Financial Management: manage project budgets, costing and profitability analysis.
• People Management: lead engineers and service providers, conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Project management

PMBOK knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Cost control

Negotiation

Contract knowledge

Technical leadership

Decision making

Computer literacy

CAPEX management

Education

Engineering degree (Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical)

Postgraduate qualification in business or project management

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Role Purpose

Join our Lactalis SA team in Stellenbosch as the Regional Technical Project Manager, to oversee the execution of all the capex projects from inception to completion and to effectively control all costs and report on all capex financial transactions.

Requirements

• Tertiary Degree in Engineering, preferably Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Post graduate qualification in business or project management will be advantageous
• 10 years relevant experience in FMCG environment
• Proved record of strong project management experience
• PMP certification will be an added advantage
• Work and applied PMBOK experience
• Clear understanding of building principles, construction methodologies and standards
• Strong understanding of the functionally of the retail property environment
• Previous experience in managing CAPEX applications and project budgets as per agreed performance parameters
• Experience in negotiations with Suppliers on quotations/tenders
• Computer literacy and project management tools
• Excellent decision making, analytic, accuracy and attention to detail

Duties and Responsibilities

Capex Strategy Planning

• Drive innovation in project management, technology, and service delivery to improve competitive advantage and client satisfaction.
• Develop annual budget plans, financial resource allocation strategies, and departmental budgets that align with company goals.
• Regularly assess resource needs, including staffing tools, and technology, to ensure optimal project performance.
• Line capacities studies
• Design and process improvements
• Asset identification and management of asset lifecycle register.
• Contribute to company strategy by aligning technical capabilities and resources with business objectives.
• Scheduled travelling arrangements to different sites to oversee project progress and site visits

Client And Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, and external stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor on technical, financial and project management matters.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder engagement, including stake holder mapping

Technical And Project Leadership

• Oversee the delivery of project management services, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with technical standards and regulations.
• Provide technical direction and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Lead high value projects, directly engaging in planning, design reviews, risk assessments, and resource allocation.
• Establish and uphold best practices, methodologies and quality control processes across all technical functions.
• Understanding contracts law and contracts management ie JBCC contract.
• Understanding Fire management installation regulation and compliance
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations (eg. OHSAct) and maintain records of compliance matters.
• Drive OEE Improvement with plant base teams
• Drive asset care management principles to drive efficiencies on delivered projects
• Collaborate with research and development team to deliver sellable products

Financial Management

• Develop and implement strategies to achieve revenue targets, improve profitability and manage project budgets.
• Implement and apply project finance principles.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to set financial goals, forecast revenue, and track financial performance against targets.
• Manage financial aspects by ensuring accurate costing, pricing strategies, and profitability analysis.
• Keep track of CAPEX spend up to date
• Understand the parameters and requirements of the stakeholders both internal and externally.
• Keep abreast of market trends to ensure optimum decision-making.
• Implement and assist with project management design principles to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budgets.
• Clear understanding of building principles, construction methodologies and standards.
• Strong understanding of the functionally of the retail property environment.

People Management and Development (Project Engineers)

• Lead, inspire, and develop various service providers, project managers, and technical staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Assist with performance reviews, provide feedback, and develop individual growth plans for team members.
• Support recruitment efforts and ensure that the team is adequately staffed with qualified personnel.