Project & Engineering Department Manager

• Provide monthly cashflows forecast including all projects (cash collections and disbursements).
• Ensure monthly timesheets for all are submitted by required due date.
• Responsible for compiling and submitting required documents timely to allow company and sub-contractors timely site access.
• Assist the Technical Sales department with project related commercial offers.
• Responsible for technical risk analysis
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, specification, quotation and budget.
• Define and coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Manage project resource availability and allocation.
• Provide resources plan on a monthly and yearly basis to optimize allocation of resources.
• Contribute towards

• Measure and report on project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Perform internal risk management to minimize project risks.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Ensure post project reviews are in place within 10 days of projects’ completion and include lessons learnt exercises which identify both positive and negative outcomes to be actioned.

• Overall management of the Engineering department – ensuring that we are working on the correct priorities for the company. Manager to involve himself/herself as required to meet deadlines.
• Final approval of drawings
• Review and approval of Engineering and/or ISO standards, processes and procedures
• Review and approval of scope of work’s
• Review and approval of quality control plans
• Participate in NCR investigations and meetings when required
• Ensure monthly timesheets for all are submitted by required due date.

• Ensure that Company Directives and Guidelines are adhered to
• Comply with legal, client and company specific requirements
• Comply with safety protocols in all work performed and report any near misses or incidents
• Define, implement and monitor KPIs for Projects and Engineering Departments.
• Ensure weekly and monthly meeting review with teams to monitor performance and provide guidance and support where needed.

• Preferred: Advanced Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Desirable: Registration with ECSA and affiliation with professional organizations like PMI, PMSA, SACPCMP.

• Required: 10+ years of experience managing large, multi-disciplinary projects in engineering or manufacturing.
• Proven track record of delivering multi-million-rand projects on time and within budget.
• Strong financial management and project risk mitigation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera).
• Desirable: Business development experience and familiarity with Agile, Lean, Six Sigma methodologies.

• Leadership & Team Management: Ability to oversee and guide project teams effectively.
• Technical Expertise: Strong engineering knowledge and ability to define technical project scopes.
• Financial Acumen: Budget monitoring, cost control, and cash flow forecasting.
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating project risks proactively.
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to liaise with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensuring adherence to OHS Act, Section 16.2, Section 8.2, and client HSE requirements.

• We will ONLY consider applications from suitably experienced candidates that meet the requirements of this vacancy.
• Interested applications are requested to submit their updated CV’s (in Word.doc format) via email to therecruitmentguy @ outlook .com using Ref # 2333

• Attach any relevant documentation that will support & enhance your application
• (All) Tertiary and Secondary qualifications
• (Any) Relevant Professional Memberships / Partnerships
• (Any) Trade, Training and/or In-House certificates etc
• (Any) Relevant operating and/or vehicle / hardware / equipment licenses,
• (All) Previous employment references and their contactable details.
• Correspondence is reserved for the shortlisted candidates who meet the minimum requirements.
• Should you not heard from us within 3 weeks of your application, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

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