Insulation Service Project Manager - JHB at Michael Page

Job Description

The Insulation Service Project Manager will be responsible for the following:

Operational Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating production process to meet project timelines and requirements. This includes developing production schedules, allocating resources and coordinating with other department or teams
• Ensuring the prefabricated components meet the required quality standards and correct dimensions by establishing quality control measures, conduct inspection and implement corrective actions when necessary
• Managing inventory and ensuring their availability for production.
• Work closely with the procurement team to maintain an adequate supply of material whilst minimizing waste and cost.
• Safety is a top priority at the company. Enforce safety protocols, conduct regular safety inspection and ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, regulations and standards.
• Implement LEAN principles and strive for continuous improvement to enhance productivity, reduce costs and maintain a competitive edge.
• Manage and Lead the Team, including assigning tasks, providing guidance, training, and ensuring a safe working environment.
• Keeping accurate records of production activities such as production volumes, quality data and inventory levels important for tracking performance and making informed decisions.
• Ensure Assets are maintained in good working order and maintain a high level of housekeeping at all times.
• Maintain Catalogue and constantly review and update pricing as required
• Oversee packaging, logistics and final delivery to customer

Managerial Responsibilities

• Management, planning and co-ordination of the Inpact Project activities such as; collaborating with stakeholders, setting project milestones, ensuring budgets and timelines are met and the financial success of the project.
• Prepare accurate, professional and timeous reporting, such as sales forecasts, cost analysis, productivity reporting, daily labour and material utilization reports, etc.
• Performance manage direct reports.

Business Development and Client Relations

• Analyse market trends and customers needs to identify new business opportunities and competitor activities.
• Collaborate with Sales Manager to align sales and marketing strategies to drive revenue growth and increase market share
• Identify potential clients, establish new business relationships and nurture existing ones.
• Participate in industry events, conferences and networking opportunities to expand the Company's presence
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners
• Address customer concerns, resolve issues, and ensure customer satisfaction

Team

• Honesty and integrity are critical to the position and the ability of management to trust the job incumbent is essential.
• Overtime is willingly worked where it is a Client requirement or unavoidable.
• Commitment to additional tasks within the scope of your job description is given willingly and with enthusiasm.
• Liaising with all relevant players to ensure the smooth flow of work within the department and ensuring good work ethics and morale prevails.

Knowledge, Skills and Expertise

• Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, and tools of the insulation trade.
• Project management - financial and administrative acumen to meet job requirements ( eg: project reporting, Profit & Loss , and Productivity Positions)
• Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the insulation trade.
• Skill in the use of standard tools and equipment of the insulation trade.

Job Requirements

• Fully conversant in the English language, additional languages will be an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Computer Literacy - Intermediate to Advanced on Microsoft Packages
• Be able to work methodically and accurately with above average attention to detail.

Educational Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 10
• Mechanical Engineering Degree
• Project Management