Senior Project Manager (P003797) at North West University

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Planning and Scheduling

• Defining project scope and objectives. 
• Developing detailed project plans, including timelines and milestones. 
• Resource allocation and task assignment.

Budget Management

• Estimating costs and preparing budget.
• Monitoring and controlling project expenditures.
• Ensuring project is completed within the approved budget.

Risk Management

• Identifying potential risks and issues.
• Developing risk mitigation and contingency plans.
• Monitoring and managing risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder Engagement 

• Identifying and engaging stakeholders.
• Ensuring effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Managing stakeholder expectations and feedback.

Project Execution

• Managing project execution according to the plan.
• Ensuring timely delivery of project milestones and final deliverables.
• Coordinating activities and resolving issues that arise.

Communication Management

• Establishing effective communication channels.
• Ensuring regular updates and reports are provided to stakeholders.
• Facilitating meetings and ensuring clear and concise information sharing.

Minimum requirements

• A master’s degree in Engineering (NQF level 9).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ project management experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in product development.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in engineering projects.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• An MBA with specialisation in Business or Project Management (NQF level 9).