Project Manager - Somerset West at Rheinmetall Denel Munition

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define product development projects including concept, development and industrialisation phases, with inputs from cross-functional departments, and in accordance with project management - and product development procedures.
• Risk management: identifying risks and issues, developing and implement risk abatement plans.
• Planning: develop project scope, cost and schedule to meet objectives and key requirements.
• Perform financial analysis, including preparation of project budgets.
• Execute projects to complete on time, within budget and to specification.
• Continuous monitoring of project progress and reporting thereof using designated planning and reporting instruments.
• Control cost and schedule variance by timeously implementing corrective actions.
• Keep project stakeholders informed on project progress by timeous communication.
• Ensure effective project communication between Project Management department and other departments.
• Ensuring deliverables and project scope remains consistent with Statement of Requirements and business objectives for the project.
• Ensuring adherence to all relevant policies, procedures and other company standards.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of the Project Management function.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

• A degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Project Management.
• Formal Project Management training preferable.
• Experience in a product development environment will be an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal-, facilitation- and conflict management skills.
• Excellent communication-, planning- and organising skills.
• MS Project Enterprise proficiency preferable.
• Highly organized and self-motivated.