Mechanical Project Manager

Job description / Role

Job Title: Mechanical Project Engineer/Manager
Reporting to: Operations Manager
Location: Accra-Ghana

Company profile:

MEP Contracting Company specialized in the design, installation and maintenance of electrical, mechanical and low current systems.

Job Summary:

To be responsible for the success of the company by managing & maintaining mechanical projects to be completed on time according to the schedule and within the budget; and by ensuring that all client’s requirements are met.

Duties & Responsibilities:

- Manage the mechanical system project execution from initiation to closure
- Prepare the project plan, manpower and quantities
- Develop detailed petty cash budget
- Prepare shop drawings , material submittals and variation orders
- Prepare BOQs, selecting materials and suppliers based on a comparison of prices and coordinate with logistics for timely supply
- Develop methods statements and testing & commissioning procedures
- Develop a detailed cost estimation and project budget for all mechanical work of the project
- Prepare progress reports and initiate invoicing with accounting team
- Prepare site visit report
- Review mechanical designs during their development, monitor budgets and review valuations of alternate materials and systems
- Manage the project’s field staff, subcontractor performance and vendor compliance
- Supervise work progress, quality and safety on site to ensure accordance with the contract documents
- Program all mechanical systems
- Coordinate with other trades (Electrical, civil, architect, …)
- Review and provide input to the resolution of questions from contractors, (i.e., interpreting the meaning and intent of drawings and specs,) and submit RFIs
- Maintain strong relationship with clients, vendors, contractors and subcontractors
- Train the technician and site engineers on all systems

Requirements

Requirements:

- Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering from a reputable university
- 3 to 5 years of experience in executing mechanical systems installation for construction projects
- Solid knowledge of project management tools such as PrimaVera or MS project
- Good knowledge of drawing AutoCAD is a must, Visio knowledge would be a plus
- Knowledge of mechanical codes
- Excellent technical knowledge within mechanical engineering
- Good team-leading and management skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and provide high quality services to clients
- Time management skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Technical writing skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills

About the Company

Purple Martin s.a.l is the First company in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) to provide total Human Resources Outsourcing (HRO) services. We are based in Lebanon and serve clients throughout the MEA region with end-to-end solutions, for the total or parts of their HR function.