Project Manager Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth

Project Manager

Reference: E.L001979-AK-1

Our client in the Automotive Industry is seeking a Project Manager in Port Elizabeth.

Duties & Responsibilities

Duties:

• Establish key customer contracts.
• Co-ordinate the timing plan and regularly monitor the performance of projects to ensure targets are being achieved.
• Ensure urgent requests for assistance from customers are effectively dealt with.
• Maintain site safety to comply with current legislation in the absence of the site manager.
• Understand the scope of supply and company obligations of products prior to commencement.
• Obtain customer/materials process sign off.
• Promptly identify, report, and manage project risks.
• Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by immediate Manager / Director (e.g., Key Account Role).
• Contract controlling (budgets, cost-to-complete estimates, schedule tracking).
• Participate in and contribute to monthly Technical Operations Department meetings.

Requirements and Skills

• National Diploma or Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Project Engineer or Project Manager.
• High degree of computer literacy - Knowledge of Microsoft PC applications (Office, Projects, PowerPoint, Excel & Word).
• Proven ability to work independently and proactively.
• Planning ability - to manage, implement, validate & produce timing plans for project work.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Ability to work as an individual and part of a team.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and specifications.
• Experience within the Automotive Industry is advantageous.

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