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Function Engineering Manager (Electrical) - JhbJoin our Team: Where People, Purpose, Integrity, Partnership, and Professionalism thrive! .Join our Engineering Dream Team: Building tomorrow's world, today!Come be a part of something extraordinary. Your future starts here at SMEC South AfricaAre you ready to embark on a career journey that transcends the ordinary and ignites your passion for excellence? Welcome to SMEC South Africa, where our values of People, Purpose, Integrity, Partnership and Professionalism are more than just words; they are the cornerstones of our culture and the driving force behind everything we do.We are currently looking for a talented Function Manager, Power and Energy (Electrical Engineering) to join our team, the role is based at our Randburg, Gauteng. This position is responsible for project acquisition (winning work), project management, financial management, delivery and technical execution of transmission & distribution projects including the management of staff within the group to ensure full utilization and achievement of milestones in the Johannesburg.Key Responsibilities :Market development and proactive approach in developing work in the Renewable Energy, Transmission & Distribution, Transport, Electrical and Building Services market and being aware of what projects are likely to come up from clients - generating repeat business.Develop business strategies for the function in the Gauteng in conjunction with the Functional Groups Business Plan and objectives.Develop and maintain existing key client relationships, maintain client satisfaction.Submission of EOIs and Proposals in line with the Instrument of Delegation and provide input into large infrastructure pursuits as required.Win and deliver projects for the function with assistance of the National Power and Energy team.Ensure projects within the function are completed on time and on budget.Ensure appropriate technical standards, and Quality Assurance Management System requirements are maintained on projects and proposals.Review and approval of all functional deliverables for internal and external issue.Development of staff, including keeping staff informed, providing suitable training, suitable opportunities, planning career paths, maintaining professional ethics and professional standards of behavior.Ensure documentation, reporting and communication is to the required quality.Manage or be part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver project milestones.Mentor and challenge graduates. Develop career path to specifically leading to Professional Registration for staff.Maintain professional development and remain abreast of advances in chosen technical field.Offer clients technical innovative solutions.Participate as a technical resource in projects outside the region and support other regions at a management level as and when required.Key Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience ;Masters in Engineering Degree - Electrical, from accredited universityMinimum 15 years of practical experience in the (functional group) disciplineProfessional Engineer ECSA registration Pr Eng/TechEngTechnical leadership skills in Renewable Energy, Transmission/Distribution Systems designProject Management skills and experience in Renewable Energy, Transmission & Distribution and Building Services projectsMaintaining a consistent and manageable workloadDevelop and maintain key client relationshipsAssist in development of Functional staffEnsuring all projects are adequately resourced in terms of capabilities and specialistsExperience in design using appropriate software, documentation and delivery of major projectsExperience in management of large electrical design and supervision projects involving teams of project staffExperience in Government standards, codes and documentation

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