Automotive Project/Site Manager

SUMMARY:
New role is available for an Automotive Project/Site Manager for our client in Midrand, JHB.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

• Lead and manage automotive projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Coordinate resources, activities, and stakeholders to successfully achieve project goals.
• Interpret and apply a clear understanding of customer RFQs and defined scope of supply.
• Provide regular project updates and status reports to stakeholders, team members, and senior leadership.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive project plans covering scope, schedule, and budget control.
• Track project progress, proactively identify potential risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Ensure strict adherence to industry regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams to drive results and meet strategic business objectives.
• Provide on-site project oversight and support where necessary.

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering with over 5 years of experience in the automotive industry.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive systems, processes, and industry standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and high overall computer literacy.
• Strong ability to understand and fulfill customer requirements.
• Sound understanding of processes and systems; process improvement knowledge is a plus.
• Capable of timely and accurate capacity and resource planning across all project phases.
• Experience in project cost control, including budget tracking and accountability for incurred costs.
• Willingness to travel for customer site visits and provide mechanical/electromechanical support when required.
• Ability to analyze, conceptualize, and coordinate marketing and sales initiatives related to projects.
• Effective prioritization, planning, and management of project tasks and deliverables.
• Solid understanding of modern automotive manufacturing technologies and workflows.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally across all levels—internally and externally, including customers and suppliers.