Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager for our client, a leading player in the industry. The ideal candidate will preferably have a background in electrical engineering, though those with a mechanical engineering background will also be considered. This role involves managing complex projects, coordinating with diverse stakeholders, and ensuring successful project completion.Requirements:

• Recognized qualification in Project Management.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Project Manager.
• In-depth understanding of current project management methodologies.
• Technical knowledge to create accurate project plans in multi-disciplinary environments.
• Ability to anticipate and mitigate risks.
• Proficient in complex problem-solving and multitasking.
• Familiarity with tools and metrics for evaluating project performance.
• Strong conflict resolution and tension mitigation skills.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define and agree on project scope.
• Resolve misunderstandings or disagreements regarding project scope.
• Ensure all portfolio resources understand the project scope and its impact on other projects.
• Identify and schedule all tasks required to fulfill the project scope.
• Create a detailed, end-to-end project schedule, involving stakeholders to ensure validity and discuss risks.
• Plan projects in detail, integrating all activities and identifying dependencies, critical paths, and key milestones.
• Communicate effectively to obtain portfolio approval of the project plan, detailing implications on revenue, delivery dates, resources, and customer deliverables.
• Identify and justify resourcing needs according to the project plan.
• Manage third-party suppliers effectively.
• Assign tasks, set expectations, and provide guidance to team members.
• Establish and manage effective communication channels with stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing concerns.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives and outcomes.
• Monitor project deliverables to ensure quality and objective fulfillment.
• Oversee site integration activities, including quote generation, meeting scheduling, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and handover.

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