Our client in the Automotive Industry is seeking a Project Manager in Port Elizabeth.

Duties:

• Establish key customer contracts.
• Co-ordinate the timing plan and regularly monitor the performance of projects to ensure targets are being achieved.
• To ensure urgent requests for assistance from the customers are effectively dealt with.
• Ensure site safety is maintained to comply with current legislation in the absence of site manager.
• Ensure complete understanding of the scope of supply and company obligations of products before commencement.
• Obtain customer/materials process sign-off. 
• Ensure that project risks are promptly identified, reported, and managed.
• Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by the immediate Manager / Director (e/g/ Key Account Role). 
• Contract controlling (budgets, cost-to-complete estimates, schedule tracking).
• Participate in and contribute to the monthly Technical Operations Department.

Requirements and Skills:

• National Diploma or Degree in Engineering
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Project Engineer or Project Manager.
• High degree of computer literacy - Knowledge of Microsoft PC applications (Office, Projects, PowerPoint, Excel & Word). 
• Proven ability to work independently and proactively.
• Planning ability - to manage, implement, validate & produce timing plans for project work. 
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. 
• Work as an individual and part of a team.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and specifications. 
• Experience within the Automotive Industry advantageous.