Project Manager - Mining (Vanderbijlpark)

SUMMARY:
The ideal candidate must have a strong mining background and proven experience managing and leading a department of Project Engineers. The candidate must also be highly technical, with a strong understanding of engineering drawings and the ability to interpret and work with them confidently.

Minimum Requirements:

• A tertiary technical and Project Management qualification; preferably N/DIP Mechanical Engineering / BTECH Mechanical Engineering.
• 5 – 10 years’ experience in a Project Manager / Managerial role
• Strong leadership and management capabilities.
• Hard worker / Driven with characteristics which leads to personal goal setting measures.
• Budget and schedule driven personality.
• Assertive, hands-on management approach
• Dynamic attitude
• Able to read technical drawings.
• Previous experience of project engineering/management in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Sound technical background of all aspects of the contracting process and technical manufacturing requirements.
• A good understanding of commercial, contractual, and financial matters is a must. (Budget and Schedule Control)

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities: Project & Contract Management Act as support in client liaison for allocated projects in the event of issues. Review contracts and identify potential contractual, technical and commercial drawbacks. Manage project department to ensure projects from order acknowledgement through to final completion are completed to internal and external requirements. Oversee and manage contracts handled by Project Engineers. Review project planning, schedules, timelines and critical path activities. Ensure project milestones and deadlines are achieved through regular screening of work performed. Assist with contract negotiations and review the completeness of quotations. Ensure all contractual and budgetary requirements are adhered to. Technical & Quality Management Review customer specifications in conjunction with the Quality Department. Establish and manage project quality parameters. Ensure Quality Control Plans (QCPs) meet customer specifications and requirements. Ensure incoming materials, purchased products and finished products comply with specifications. Ensure inspections and tests are conducted in accordance with manufacturing plans. Verify material certificates and inspection records. Ensure final inspections are completed before dispatch. Resolve technical queries arising during planning and manufacturing. Support the maintenance of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System. Financial & Commercial Management Manage the department budget and ensure effective cost control. Monitor project budgets, expenditure and financial performance. Ensure contracts remain within approved budgetary requirements. Identify commercial risks and opportunities. Monitor and report on project performance and contractual activities. Client & Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong relationships with customers. Conduct planned customer visits. Address and resolve customer complaints. Maintain customer loyalty through excellent service delivery. Ensure customer requirements and expectations are consistently met. Operations, Safety & Leadership Oversee the activities and performance of Project Engineers. Identify operational challenges and implement corrective actions. Maintain and promote health and safety within the department. Identify potential health and safety hazards. Maintain effective working relationships across all departments. Prepare monthly reports on contracting activities and achievement of business objectives. Apply strategic problem-solving and planning to achieve business goals. Management & Reporting Prepare and present monthly Management reports, providing updates on project performance, financial results, progress against targets, key challenges and proposed corrective actions. Provide management with accurate and timely project information to support strategic decision-making.