Business Manager

Requisition ID:97911

Job Category:Legal

Location:JohannesburgGautengSouth Africa

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise inmining energy and infrastructureour 10000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe innovative and sustainable we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-classproject deliveryacross the expertise in sustainable studies asset building and operations and industry-leading efficiencies our best-in-class team leverages methodologies governance and systems that are unparalleled in theengineeringspace. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional We look forward to hearing from you.

The Business Manager is responsible for driving the commercial performance operational effectiveness financial health and strategic growth of a business unit within an EPCM environment. The role partners closely with technical and project leadership teams to ensure successful project execution profitable operations client satisfaction and sustainable business growth.

• Support the development and execution of business unit strategies and growth plans.
• Identify opportunities to expand services enter new markets and grow key client accounts.
• Monitor market trends competitor activities and industry developments.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

• Manage business unit budgets forecasts and financial performance.
• Monitor revenue profitability utilization rates overhead costs and project margins.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to senior leadership.
• Support business planning and annual budgeting processes.
• Drive financial accountability across project and operational teams.

• Participate in proposal development bid reviews and contract negotiations.
• Ensure commercial risks are identified and managed appropriately.
• Monitor project performance against contractual obligations.
• Support claims management and dispute resolution when required.

• Work closely with Project Managers and Discipline Leads to ensure efficient resource utilization.
• Monitor project delivery performance productivity and operational effectiveness.
• Support workforce planning and recruitment strategies.
• Establish and track key operational performance indicators.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Participate in client engagement business development activities and key account management.
• Support client satisfaction initiatives and strategic account planning.
• Identify opportunities for repeat business and framework agreements.

• Ensure compliance with company policies procedures and governance requirements.
• Monitor business and project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Support quality management health safety and environmental objectives.
• Ensure compliance with contractual legal and regulatory requirements.

• Support leadership teams in talent management and succession planning.
• Develop and mentor employees to strengthen business capability.
• Foster a high-performance and collaborative culture.
• Promote employee engagement and retention initiatives.

• Revenue growth.
• Gross margin and profitability.
• Utilization and staff productivity.
• Project delivery performance.
• Client satisfaction and retention.
• Proposal win rate.
• Working capital and cash flow performance.
• Employee engagement and retention.
• Achievement of strategic growth objectives.

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering Legal Commerce Business Management Project Management or related field.
• Postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) advantageous.

• 10 years experience within an EPCM engineering consulting mining infrastructure or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience in business operations commercial management financial management or business leadership.
• Experience supporting large multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of project delivery lifecycles and EPCM business models.

Why join us

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally work locally

Dont meet every single requirement You dont need to. At Hatch we are building a diverse inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If youre interested in this role we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences dont perfectly align with the skills weve listed.

Were committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age race color national origin citizenship religion creed gender sexual orientation marital status disability or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements please let us know. Well do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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