Project Manager – Aerospace Engineering

1 week ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa JenRec Recruitment Full time

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, development, and management of aerospace engineering projects.
  • Provide regular interim and quarterly status reports to Exco and operational management, clients, and stakeholders.
  • Contribute to long-term planning, including manpower, training, facilities, and equipment budgets.
  • Fully understand project histories, current statuses, and future challenges to meet contractual milestones.
  • Build and expand the Project Management Groups capabilities into an efficient Project Management Office.
  • Manage and guide a team of experienced engineers, ensuring cohesion and productivity.
  • Collaborate with the Business Development Group on proposals for new projects and spin-offs.
  • Implement tools, techniques, and processes to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to technical specifications.

Experience and Qualifications

  • BSc in Engineering (M.Eng in Mechanical Engineering preferred).
  • A minimum of 5 years of project management experience in an engineering context.
  • Proven leadership skills and excellent communication abilities.
  • Experience managing aerospace or mechanical engineering projects is a significant advantage.
  • A formal project management qualification or certification will be beneficial.

Candidate Attributes

  • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and a commitment to high-quality work.
  • Able to work well in a team environment and take initiative when required.
  • A perfectionist mindset
  • Capable of working under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.

Other

  • Occasional international travel to client sites may be required.
  • The position demands a proactive approach to overcoming challenges and delivering on project goals.


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