Project Management Engineer At Mantrac”Alex”

Job Purpose:

Manage all phases of project execution, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, ensuring seamless coordination between internal departments, customers, suppliers, and service teams. The role is responsible for overseeing all project-related activities from the handover of awarded project documentation by the Engineering Department through to successful project completion, customer handover, and transition to relevant Mantrac service departments, while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within scope, and within budget.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Receive and review project documentation and technical data from the Engineering Department upon project award.
• Validate project scope, specifications, commercial requirements, timelines, and deliverables to ensure complete project readiness.
• Develop comprehensive project execution plans, schedules, and milestones using project management tools.
• Prepare, maintain, and periodically circulate project Gantt charts, progress reports, and work-up sheets to all stakeholders.
• Issue bi-weekly project status reports and updates to Territory Managers and other relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate project kick-off meetings and ensure alignment among all internal and external project participants.
• Monitor project progress against approved plans and take proactive corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Ensure all project activities are executed in accordance with contractual, technical, quality, and HSE requirements.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, Logistics, Service Operations, Finance, and other departments to ensure smooth project execution.
• Track project costs, commitments, and budgets to ensure financial targets are achieved.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation plans, and escalate critical issues when required.
• Manage project communications and maintain regular interaction with customers regarding project progress and deliverables.
• Ensure timely procurement, shipment, delivery, installation, commissioning, and project completion activities.
• Assist in defining project scope, objectives, resource requirements, and technical feasibility in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Maintain complete project documentation, records, reports, and correspondence throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage change requests and ensure their proper evaluation, documentation, approval, and implementation.
• Facilitate factory acceptance tests (FAT), site acceptance tests (SAT), commissioning activities, and customer handover processes where applicable.
• Conduct project close-out activities, including lessons learned, final documentation submission, and handover to relevant service departments.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing best practices in project management.

Job Skills & Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Experience

• 2-4 years of proven experience in project management, project coordination, or project execution activities.
• Preferably experienced in power generation projects, reciprocating engines-based power plants, heavy equipment, energy, or industrial sectors.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
• PRINCE2 or other project management certifications are considered an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
• Familiarity with supplier products, systems, and technical documentation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation.

Behavioral Competencies

• Excellent planning, organization, and time management skills.
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

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