Senior Project Engineer

SUMMARY:
Position Objectives Support the Project Manager and his team to ensure the quality of deliverables is aligned with the needs of the project / study, the company objectives, the requirements of the client and meets regulatory requirements.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements

• Mechanical Engineering qualification
• At least 10 years’ proven industry experience, 5 years of which in project engineering
• More than 5 years’ experience in minerals processing or project delivery environment

Skills

• Solid technical aptitude, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision whilst consistently producing a high quality of deliverables, within budget and schedule constraints
• Demonstrate proficiency with the Microsoft suite of software packages, including Word, Excel, Access and Power Point
• Demonstrate ability to and/or proficiency in the use of specific proprietary software packages relevant to the Engineering discipline; specifically for scheduling and cost control
• Demonstrate knowledge of contract standards and a sound background in contract administration duties
• Technical background with a broad multi-disciplinary base, in minerals processing plants / infrastructure construction
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate the ability to work efficiently in a team and knowledge sharing environment
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and a practical approach to solving engineering problems
• Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and commitment
• Demonstrate a strict practice of confidentiality, personal responsibility and discretion
• High degree of professional ethics

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and his team to ensure the quality of deliverables is aligned with the needs of the project / study, the company objectives, the requirements of the client and meets regulatory requirementsAssist with project control activities including scheduling, forecasting and other deliverables to a consistently high standard
• Follow the various (project specific and company) procedures, work practices, plans and protocols required to work efficiently and maintain a consistent approach and high standard
• Report immediately any change to the Project Manager and assist to ensure projects / studies are completed to time, quality and budget targets within the Company and project risk frame work
• Assist in the preparation of contract scope of works and commercial tender reviews
• Assist with contract administration activities as assigned by the Project Manager
• Assist with procurement, inspection and expediting activities
• Carry out assigned project activities, including site engineer duties, in a manner that priorities safety, environment, community and industrial relations
• Assist in regularly maintaining the project / study schedule and budget including change management
• Undertake investigation and prepare reports as directed by the Project Manager
• Participate in the Project quality management process including carrying out inspections at vendor’s premises and review of vendor quality documentation
• Attend and record proceedings at progress and other project meetings
• Advise the Project Manager, or in his absence the Manager of Projects, immediately on matters that negatively affect project goals
• Advise the Project Manager, or in his absence the Manager of Projects, immediately of any safety, environmental, community or industrial relations incidents
• Generation and compilation of engineering and equipment specifications
• Contribute to the estimating and scheduling components of scoping, prefeasibility and feasibility studies
• Manage/Supervise & Mentor junior members of the project team
• Develop Effective Relationships with Clients

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