The vacancy:

IHC SA is currently seeking to secure the services of a Project Manager in our Cape Town office. The Project Manager’s primary responsibility to manage the phases, activities and tasks associated with projects allocated to him/her, within specified time, cost and quality constraints, to deliver the required project outcome and achieve Client satisfaction. You will manage the Project Team and other resources assigned to the projects allocated to you on a project level and reports directly to the Project Engineering Manager.

Our organisation:

Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship. Driven by innovation, our dedicated experts provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than vessels, equipment and services.

We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and create a platform for a more sustainable performance. As we navigate new waters, our aim remains unchanged: to discover the smartest and safest way forward for both our customers and our people. Together, we create the maritime future.

IHC South Africa (Pty) Ltd (IHC SA) is the regional office located in Cape Town for Royal IHC’s Product Market Group (PMG) Mining in Southern Africa, offering sales, spares, repairs and maintenance for all IHC related vessels and products.  IHC SA is also a turnkey or EPC project management company providing project management services including design, detailed engineering, procurement, construction management, project integration management, commissioning, onsite training and life cycle support for the Marine, Mining and Offshore industries. Our team has a proven track record of delivering projects safely, on time, to the expected quality norms and within budget.

IHC SA has in-house expertise for engineering and manufacturing integrated standardized and custom-built solutions.

Our integrated systematic approach leads to optimum product performance and long-term business partnerships.

With our commitment to technological innovation, in which sustainability and safety are key, we strive to continuously meet the specific needs of each customer in a rapidly evolving world.

You will work at IHC South Africa, based in Cape Town.

For more information about Royal IHC please check: http://www.royalihc.com/mining

Tasks and responsibilities:

As Project Manager, you will have the following responsibilities:

• • Assist Project Engineering Manager to develop operational department year plan.
  • Setup project during enquiry and award stages respectively and appoint associated project teams.
  • Manage allocated projects and provide leadership and guidance to the project team.
  • Schedule and conduct a Project Kick-off meeting.
  • Obtain Client approval of the scope of supply, delivery schedule, price and commercial conditions.
  • Document the customer acceptance criteria for each project deliverable.
  • Develop and manage a Project Schedule outlining the sequence of activities and tasks.
  • Maintain the Project Budget based on the contract and finalised scope of supply.
  • Ensure required work packages are compiled for successful execution of the project.
  • Define all quality targets, standards, assurance and control procedures and document in a Quality Plan and ensure that adequate quality assurance and control techniques are undertaken to meet the quality targets specified in the Quality Plan.
  • Establish and maintain a clear communications plan between the project and the Client, and between the project and interdepartmental disciplines and external specialists.
  • Develop and manage project risks and mitigation plans as approved by the Project Engineering Manager.
  • Compile a HS&E Plan for the project and ensure required Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and other requirements are adhered to throughout the project phases.
  • Manage the execution of the project.
  • Monitor and control expenditure to ensure delivery within the approved project budget.
  • Communicate with supplier’s regarding technical issues and expediting.
  • Manage the approval of all project change requests and ensure that financial and schedule implications are considered and documented.
  • Obtain Client acceptance of each deliverable produced by the project.
  • Resolve all issues affecting the project and alert the Project Engineering Manager when it becomes apparent that the project constraints will not be met.
  • Ensure compliance with the configuration management system.
  • Manage the project proposal phase.
  • Manage the project design and engineering process to completion.
  • Manage all project procurement.
  • Manage the fabrication, assembly and delivery phases of the project.
  • Manage the installation and commissioning phases of the project to ensure takeover and handover.

Our offer:

IHC South Africa offers you a challenging full-time, permanent contract, with a flexible working arrangement and a competitive market related remuneration where technology is placed at the forefront of today’s possibilities. You will work in an organisation that is developing at full speed, where your qualities and talents are valued, and where you will have every opportunity to develop further.

Interested

Are you interested in the position of Project Manager and do you recognise yourself in the job description?

Your CV is required to be accompanied by a motivational letter stating why you should be considered as the preferred candidate for the position. Within this letter, the following should be clearly stated:

• your nationality;
• your level of experience;
• whether you were previously considered disadvantaged or have a disability; and
• your annual salary expectations.

An online assessment and screening may form part of the recruitment process. Preference would be given to previously disadvantaged individuals and individuals with disabilities. 

Please refer to Royal IHC's career page: https://shorturl.at/8vco2