Operations/Projects Director Mining SMPP/EPC Projects – Namibia (Walvis Bay)

SUMMARY:
The successful candidate will lead the Project Implementation function, overseeing all Mine related SMPP/EPC projects, managing activities and guiding the team responsible for preparing and supervising the construction of these projects. This will be executed managing the full projects lifecycles.

POSITION INFO:
Qualification, preferably a Degree in Mechanical
Project Management qualification and certification
8 - 10 years of relevant project management experience in SMPP/EPC Mining Projects, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership or strategic role including tracking and planning projects
5+ years of experience working with business stakeholders within a cross-functional matrix environment
3+ years of experience with full product lifecycle with understanding of development lifecycles and various technology methodologies that support that lifecycle
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams, and cross-functional stakeholders
Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and SharePoint with experience presenting to stakeholders and / or Senior Leadership
Proven ability to demonstrate a drive for results and accountability of business needs
Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas to achieve a common business objective
Interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate and enhance performance within a cross - functional environment
Demonstrate decisiveness in resolving business problems, making decisions and identifying priorities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to multitask
Excellent planning and time management skills
Excellent leadership abilities
Clean Drivers' License
Detail-oriented and thorough

Manage the day-to-day activities across a portfolio of EPC Mining Projects, from preparation for construction through to hand over to the client.
Lead the project management team responsible for the Mining EPC Projects
Oversee the broader, cross-disciplinary team during the construction phase, ensuring all risks are identified and mitigated, and that key decisions are made or escalated to management as needed throughout the implementation phase
Report on project success criteria, including results, key metrics, testing, and deployment management activities
Apply creative and analytical thinking in a problem-solving environment, demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to excellence
Collaborate with Engineering teams for optimal project scope
Participate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools, and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization, and project management tools
Ensure proper record and management project documentation
Prepare estimates and detailed project plan for all phases of the project
Procure adequate resources to achieve project objectives in planned timeframes, including the appointment of external resources included Owner's Engineers, Independent Engineers, Lenders Technical Advisors, etc
Provide status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and issues, communicating across leadership
Manage project scope and changes
Strong understanding and application of business drivers, financial reporting standards
Participate and/or drive feasibility studies, vendor selections and proposals for evaluation by appropriate key stakeholders
Act as an internal quality control check for the project
On-site regular quality inspection of the works, verification of contractual compliance, Tracking of site activities, Validation of the works progress for payment
Manage ongoing quality control and participate in quality issue resolution
Ensure that safety is key focus and paramount importance in all projects and shall be delivered in full compliance with local legislation and company policy and adherence / compliance to applicable standards, rules, and regulations (local and international)
Assist in dispute, negotiation, arbitration or litigation, as needed
Support formal/informal schedules to manage the engagement contract
Set and continually manage project expectations while delegating and managing deliverables with team members and stakeholders
Monitor, track and control outcomes to resolve issues, conflicts, dependencies and critical path deliverables
Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations to various audiences, including project team, clients, EXCO and key stakeholders
Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project management team (construction phase)
Ensure that projects are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards
Manage project issues and risks to mitigate impact to baseline
Extensive understanding of project management principles, methods, and techniques
Provide leadership for the project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project
Performance reviews and staff development
Establish practices, templates, policies, tools, and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization
Report all Environment Health Safety findings via the internal reporting systems
Critically analyze objectives and those of the stakeholders to ensure universally successful outcomes and communicate effectively to all the stakeholders with accurate information
Critically examine project impact on operations and align with key stakeholders so that impact on operations is minimized to balance project delivery and operations
Execute projects effectively and deliver revenue, profit, and cash targets to the business
Regular reporting / updates to management advising project progress to plan, KPI's. Advice of areas requiring escalation, decision for resolution & non- conformance
Effective management of risk, opportunities, contract and claims through risk mitigation measures
Support the company in assessing alternative contracting structure for the construction