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Ref: NP656-31
Job description / Role
- Performs all supervisory duties common to the Unit level as established by Management.
- Supervises and coordinates preparation of the project proposal including development and analysis of alternates.
- Presents or participates in presenting the project proposal to proponents and other interested organizations at technical meetings in SAO and following resolution of problems secures project proposal approvals.
- Supervises, coordinates and directs preparation of budget briefs, budget estimates, expenditure requests, economic analysis and authorizations for expenditures.
- Coordinates the preparation of contracts, technical information and other information required for the award of design, project management and construction contracts.
- Supervises and coordinates overall planning, control and appraisal of the project as defined by the approved scope.
- Ensure that designs meet standards and specifications and that alternate designs or changes are economical, operable and meet safety, maintenance and schedule requirements.
- Responsible for compliance to project controls and administration guidelines/procedures including those related to cost control and forecasting, planning and scheduling, contract administration and materials control, during project execution.
- Responsible for maintaining project records including drawings, specifications, logs, financial reports and project correspondence.
- Approves contract payment and variations within limits of his authority; endorses and forwards to higher authority.
- Supervises and coordinates planning to adjust to unanticipated changes in scope, materials and equipment delivery and cost.
- Provides administrative guidance to his assigned engineers, drafts job appraisals, recommends merit increases and promotions and handles routine personnel functions.
- Will relieve the project manager or act in lieu of project manager, as required.
- Activates and controls a system which will ensure project start-up and appropriate spare parts requirements.
Requirements
- Must hold a UK or US passport to be considered.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Ten (10) years experience in varied engineering work with emphasis on initial engineering stages.
- Should be familiar with Company procedures, specifications and technical data manuals.
- Should be familiar with planning and scheduling methods such as CPM and PERT, Company accounting practices, project accountability, budgeting and the expenditure and financial portions of the project.
- Must know English.
About the Company
Unwabu meaning "Chameleon" in Zulu indicates that we are constantly adapting to new trends and changes within our surroundings. We provide a comprehensive and professional recruitment service offering first class staff on both a permanent and contract basis. We offer a one-to-one service with clients and potential employees by adopting the fundamental elements of good recruitment practice.
Unwabu Consulting is driven by quality without compromise and the building of long-term relationships of trust with our clients.
The team at Unwabu Consulting combines a vast amount of enthusiasm, knowledge and 15 years experience in the field of both local and international recruitment. We have a proven track record with some of the industrys finest companies who continue to use our bespoke service time after time.