Commercial Project Manager si Ea

**Job Title: Commercial Project Manager (SI EA)**

Do Numbers make you tick Are you driven by tight deadlines, project schedules and the excitement of knowing that the next the big project you work on could be a real game changer for society. If this is you then this Commercial Project Management role within our Smart Infrastructure team could be the right move for you. In this role you will be working closely with the Project Manager to ensure a smooth project process.

**Mission/Function**

Responsible for the management and completion of all commercial/financial related tasks to contribute to the project and ultimately business success, including but not limited to:
**What are the responsibilities of the role?**
- Accuracy of project books and records, including recording of such in the appropriate systems (e.g. SAP). Project controlling and reporting.
- Supports the Project Manager and ensures that the financial results are managed according to set targets and with due professional care. Optimization of the project gross profit, cash flow and assets and financing instruments.
- Actively communicates with customer's commercial representatives and manages the solution of commercial issues.
- Together with the PM proactively executes contract and claim management in the project, including involvement and cooperation with the assigned contract manager.
- Supports the PM in identifying, evaluating and assessing risk and opportunities, strategies and response activities - taking over the full responsibility for all commercial risks and opportunities.
- Supports Project Manager regarding the selection of partners / subcontractors.
- Represents the project in the relevant decision boards internally and externally.
- Agrees targets with commercial project staff and delegates defined responsibilities and authority.
- Leads commercial project team members to act according to the Business Conduct Guidelines and establishes a culture of trust and integrity.
- Ensures compliance with the LoA guidelines for all commercial aspects.

**What do I need to qualify for this job?**
- Completed Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent).
- Professional experience in various commercial functions, commercial project management etc.
- Min 5 - 8 years of experience within the project environment, preferably including experience dealing

With solution projects and those with foreign content (cross-border)
- Knowledge in accounting and controlling.
- Detailed and advanced knowledge of financial and accounting regulations.
- Contracts management experience preferred (NEC3/Fidic)
- Experience on C-level Projects advantageous
- Ability to work under pressure and in an environment with tight deadlines
- Must have a high stress tolerance and ability to manage complex project matters
- Must have excellent time management skills
- Must be willing to travel within SA and within Africa

**Reporting Manager**

The role will report to the Head of Finance for SI EA

**Location**:
The role is based in Midrand, Johannesburg

**Our culture**:
Our culture embraces different perspectives, open debate, and the will to challenge convention. Change is a constant aspect of our work. We aspire to lead the change in our industry rather than just react to it. That’s why we invite you to take on new challenges, test your ideas, and celebrate success.

The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets** **under the Employment Equity Act** will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an equal opportunity employer we encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

**Organization**: Smart Infrastructure

**Company**: Siemens Proprietary Limited

**Experience Level**: Experienced Professional

**Job Type**: Full-time