Project Manager

SUMMARY:
Leading international corrosion protection contractor and coatings manufacturer, has a vacancy for a Project Site Manager for 6 month contract period or until the project is completed.

The successful candidate must be able to start immediately.

No permanent employment is guaranteed after the project completion.

POSITION INFO:

Desired Qualifications:

• Registered SACPCMP project manager.
• Degree or National Diploma in Project Management
• Proficient in Excel, Word, MS Projects and PowerPoint (as a minimum)
• Valid and unendorsed driver’s licence

• Knowledge and working with FIDIC contracts will be an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in project management.
• Grit blasting, heavy-duty coatings and corrosion protection will be an advantage.
• In-depth understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Good understanding of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
• Compilation of procedures, site/project plans and associated documentation.
• Strong business acumen
• Excellent assertiveness skills
• Be able to work under pressure
• Managing teams on site (contract work).

• Communication: Master verbal and written communication to convey project objectives, updates and feedback to all stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Respond to project shifts and unforeseen challenges with flexibility. Adjust strategies and plans to keep the project moving forward.
• Problem-solving: Approach issues decisively. Use critical thinking to analyse problems, devise solutions, and apply them effectively.
• Leadership: Provide team leadership to inspire and motivate. Guide team members, support their development, and cultivate a collaborative environment.
• Organisational skills: Balance multiple tasks and priorities. Map out schedules, allocate resources, and monitor project timelines to guide their team toward success.

• The ideal candidate must be a leader who ensures everything runs smoothly and stays on schedule.
• Connect the day-to-day work with the bigger picture, support the broader objectives of the company, and satisfy client needs.
• Project planning:
  • Initiate the planning process, clearly defining the project's scope, goals, and objectives.
  • Develop detailed plans, with the help of the project planner, outlining tasks, resources, timelines and deliverables, creating a solid foundation for project execution. Team coordination:
    • Direct the project team, assigning tasks based on members' skills and experience.
    • Unify team efforts by promoting collaboration, resolving conflicts and leading effective team meetings.

• Risk management:
  • Identify potential risks early, analyse their possible impact and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Be proactive to minimise disruptions to the project’s schedule, quality, and budget.

• Budget oversight:
  • Track the spending and adjust as necessary to keep the project within financial boundaries while achieving fiscal efficiency.
  • Ensure payment certificates are accurate, approved and submitted as per contract requirements.

• Client communication:
  • Maintain open and transparent communication with team and clients.
  • Provide updates, respond to inquiries and use feedback to adapt project scope to meet or exceed client expectations.

• Maintain quality standards:
  • Implement and maintain quality control processes specified by the contract requirements, to ensure deliverables meet agreed-upon standards and satisfy client requirements.
  • Get regular feedback and updates from the Quality Manager.

• Maintain SHE standards:
  • Implement and maintain SHE program specified by the contract requirements, to ensure deliverables meet agreed-upon standards and satisfy client requirements.
  • Get regular feedback and updates from the SHE Manager.