PROJECT ENGINEER

4 weeks ago


Richards Bay, South Africa The Recruitment Guy Full time

NEW EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE

Title: PROJECT ENGINEER

Area: Richards Bay

Industry: Heavy Industrial Manufacturing & Engineering

Ref No.: TRG 2036

Salary: Market related TCTC available/negotiable (Incl. Med Aid + RA + 13th Cheque)

Start Date: As soon as possible

An experienced PROJECT ENGINEER is required for permanent employment based in Richards Bay.

The Project Engineer will manage projects with the goal of delivering every project on time, within budget and within scope. Safety and quality are key requirements that need to be managed at all times. Secondary requirements include marketing the companys products and services, using engineering skills and experience for assisting with engineering solutions, and contribution to the Engineering team for the successful operation of the department. Reporting, quotations, feasibility, and administrative functions are included in responsibilities.

The Project Engineer reports to the Technical Manager and works with other departments of the company to achieve their accountabilities, i.e., Sales, Purchasing, Finance, Warehouse and Production.

Regular travel destinations will include Mozambique, Gauteng and KwaZulu Natal. Here projects in the repairable or service categories of the business includes feasibility, planning, negotiation, execution, hand-over and testing will be conducted.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key Performance Areas (include).

Accountabilities

  • 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.
  • Assist with project related commercial offers, (Scope and resources)
  • Maintain monthly overview of project budgets, monitor variations, timely invoicing, and reporting.
  • Projects execution site preparation to be organised in all aspects to satisfy commitments and expectations with the company and the client.
  • Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
  • Define and coordinate internal resources and third parties/contractors for the successful execution of projects in South Africa and Mozambique.
  • Contribute towards contractor vendor selection and approval, led by the technical sales team.
  • Develop and maintain a detailed project plan in MS Projects to monitor and track progress of multiple projects.
  • Measure and report on weekly and monthly basis, on project performance using appropriate tools and techniques (project reviews, financial performance, cash flows (in and out), schedules and quality feedback)
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
  • Perform technical audits on equipment with detailed reporting back to Head Office and internally.
  • Liaise with the Head office on technical, design and project matters.

Problem Solving

  • Create and maintain a documented project risk assessment to understand and mitigate risks that could be anticipated.
  • In case of identified hazards take necessary actions to report, eliminate the hazard or stop activities.
  • Manage changes to scope, delays, quality issues, cost overruns and all foreseeable variables during the project.
  • Take all necessary actions to achieve contractual commitment.
  • Be part of negotiation during RFQ or tender phase, and during close-out.
  • Compile and present Project reconciliations and Postmortems.

Key Relationships

  • Maintain regular contact and a relationship with client end-users, ascertain needs, promote solutions, and develop business opportunities for the company.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and contractors.
  • Report and escalate to management as needed.
  • Maintain a good relationship with the companys product companies.
  • Contribute towards good company culture, team morale and a healthy work environment in all areas.

Internal / External Impacts

  • Projects need to remain financially and technically viable and needs to be completed successfully. Projects impact company reputation, revenue, margins, and operating costs, and thus form a key element of the business.
  • Impacts to/form other departments need to be considered during the management of a project. For e.g., warehouse operations, workshop facilities and tools, supply chain and finance.
  • Resources from other departments might be used to plan, execute, and hand over projects. Timeous planning is required with other teams in this regard.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

Education professional membership requirements.

  • Diploma/Degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering fields.
  • ECSA registration and affiliation with professional project management bodies (for e.g., PMI, PMSA, SACPCMP) is advantageous.
  • Qualification in project management is advantageous.
  • MS Projects Certificate is advantageous.

Relevant experience required.

  • 3 Years experience in project management.
  • 5 Years practical experience in the field of engineering advantageous.
  • 3 Years Site execution supervision experience will be advantageous.
  • Proven working experience in project management and organisational skills.
  • Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Projects.
  • Marketing skills for identifying possible new projects and business opportunities.
  • Technical knowledge equipment used in aluminium industry.
  • Basic financial comprehension pertaining to budgets, estimations, cost control and reporting.
  • Good understanding of principles of health, safety, environmental and quality in the workplace.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

  • We will ONLY consider applications from suitably experienced candidates that meet the requirements of this vacancy.

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