Projects Manager

Umkomaas, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
Full-time

29 days ago

We are hiring!At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.We're on the lookout for an experienced Project Manager who will be accountable for a portfolio of medium and complex projects from business case development through to post implementation review in addition to managing all project resources within the project teamAs a Project Manager you will be responsible to :

Consult with relevant stakeholders to develop detailed business cases for medium sized to complex projects, determine the capital expenditure, return on investment, resource requirements as well as assessment of risks and benefits in preparation of annual capital budget
Prepare and manage annual capex and renewals budget based on input from plant cost centre managers, ensuring alignment with the mills and Sappi SA five year rolling capital/growth plan
Review, develop and coordinate all project justifications, cost estimates and execution plans
Coordinate pre-feasibility studies for projects as required, utilising input from both internal and external resources to ensure that results are carefully documented and validated
Determine the resource requirements for projects including capex, operational cost, skills types as well as the resources for the change management elements
Ensure all engineering designs comply to the appropriate engineering standards and design codes
Complete bid reviews and analysis of the equipment supply proposals
Coordinate the execution of the mills projects to meet the plan that has been approved
Prepare and present projects reports to meet the requirements of PPC meetings
Develop detailed project work breakdown structures in SAP and manage the project's cost to plan
Develop the mills cash flow forecast and ensure compliance to the forecast with input from project responsible persons
Drive the scheduling, procurement, installation and commissioning of the new equipment and drive the testing highlighting any identified design efficiencies.
Ensure the department compliance to all statutory, safety, environmental and mill procedures
Manage the projects department which includes the drawing office, project team and all project resources managing project delivery and work output

What are we looking for?

BSc or National Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or Pulp and Paper Processing would be preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent
5-8 years of project implementation experience in a manufacturing environment
Pulp and Paper experience will be advantageous
People management experience would be considered advantageous

What's in in it for you?

Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
Market-leading leave benefits
Employee wellbeing benefits

Consult with relevant stakeholders to develop detailed business cases for medium sized to complex projects, determine the capital expenditure, return on investment, resource requirements as well as assessment of risks and benefits in preparation of annual capital budget
Prepare and manage annual capex and renewals budget based on input from plant cost centre managers, ensuring alignment with the mills and Sappi SA five year rolling capital/growth plan
Review, develop and coordinate all project justifications, cost estimates and execution plans
Coordinate pre-feasibility studies for projects as required, utilising input from both internal and external resources to ensure that results are carefully documented and validated
Determine the resource requirements for projects including capex, operational cost, skills types as well as the resources for the change management elements
Ensure all engineering designs comply to the appropriate engineering standards and design codes
Complete bid reviews and analysis of the equipment supply proposals
Coordinate the execution of the mills projects to meet the plan that has been approved
Prepare and present projects reports to meet the requirements of PPC meetings
Develop detailed project work breakdown structures in SAP and manage the project's cost to plan
Develop the mills cash flow forecast and ensure compliance to the forecast with input from project responsible persons
Drive the scheduling, procurement, installation and commissioning of the new equipment and drive the testing highlighting any identified design efficiencies.
Ensure the department compliance to all statutory, safety, environmental and mill procedures
Manage the projects department which includes the drawing office, project team and all project resources managing project delivery and work output

What are we looking for?

BSc or National Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or Pulp and Paper Processing would be preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent
5-8 years of project implementation experience in a manufacturing environment
Pulp and Paper experience will be advantageous
People management experience would be considered advantageous

What's in in it for you?

Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
Market-leading leave benefits
Employee wellbeing benefits

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.ABOUT SAPPISappi is a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.

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