Power Energy Project Manager
Power Energy Project Manager
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Job Description
Location Cape Town
Division Power & Energy
REPORTS TO
Function Manager: Power & Energy or any other person appointed to supervise him/her from time to time.
PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE
The role of the Project Manager is to plan execute and finalize projects according to client requirements. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members consultants or contractors in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also liaise directly with the client to ensure that the projects objectives are met.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct and manage project development from beginning to end
Develop project scope and deliverables that support client business goals in collaboration with all stakeholders
Develop fullscale project plans and associated communications documents
Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis
Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals
Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments
Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders
Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel
Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team
Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path
Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools
Track project milestones and deliverables
Develop and deliver progress reports proposals requirements documentation and presentations
Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team analyse results and troubleshoot problem areas
Proactively manage changes in project scope identify potential crises and devise contingency plans
Coach mentor motivate and supervise project team members and contractors and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work
Build develop and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project
Conduct project postmortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements
Develop best practices and tools for project and management
Proactive approach in developing work or being aware of what projects are likely to come up from key clients
Submission of Expression Of Interest (EOIs) and proposals
Develop and maintain internal contacts within SMEC South Africa to source appropriate skills
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Develop and implement project strategy
Plan and execute projects
Effective stakeholder management
Project delivery to meet clients Terms of Reference
Maintain and expand key client base
Project profitability
Implementation of project management and company procedures
Development and integration of team
Quality professionalism technical innovation and excellence
Promote staff development and project team management
RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Appropriate Degree or equivalent diploma in Electrical Engineering / Project Management
Minimum of 5 years direct work experience in a project management capacity including all aspects of project development and
Certifications in Project Management and Strong familiarity with project management software
PMP registration through PMI is preferable
Experience at working both independently and in a teamoriented collaborative environment is essential
Can conform to shifting priorities demands and timelines through analytical and problemsolving capabilities
Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently
Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines
Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources including upper management clients and other departments
Ability to defuse tension among project team should it arise
Ability to bring project to successful completion through political sensitivity
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to write effectively in English and furnish reports and to prepare business development materials including proposals
Adept at conducting research into projectrelated issues and products
Must be able to learn understand and apply new technologies
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a highpressure environment is crucial
Ability to make technical decisions which are outcome driven
We are proud of the brilliant minds we have at SMEC and are committed to ensuring that our people have the best opportunities and resources to learn grow and succeed. Our hiring decisions are guided by skills qualifications and experience ensuring fair and equitable access to opportunities for all. We are intentional about diversity equity inclusion and belonging not as a requirement but as a fundamental part of who we are. We strive to create a workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced fresh ideas are encouraged and everyone has the support they need to thrive. At SMEC every individual has a voice and through our commitment to engineering positive change every contribution makes a difference.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
