Project Manager

Overall Purpose of the Job:

To lead and direct a team of technical professionals to coordinate and support various project activities. Ensure that projects are completed on schedule and within financial boundaries. Facilitate the free flow of information between departments within the Company and external parties to achieve departmental efficiency, cost reduction and the provision of expert technical assistance.

Key Activities and Accountabilities:

1. Coordinate the activities of a project team to complete projects in a safe manner on schedule with budget constraint complying to policies and procedures.

2. Plan, organise, coordinate and control projects in accordance with the established policies, procedures, systems and requirements approved by the company.

3. Provide project updates to Senior Management as required.

4. Responsible for day to day contact and communication with the client.

5. Manage execution of operations and project support activities.

6. Resolve disputes and problems related to project planning and delivery.

7. Develop cost effective solutions, evaluate alternatives and collaborate with client to confirm requirements and ensure acceptance.

8. Directly or indirectly manage project personnel.

9. Provide input during project acquisition and participate in contract negotiations.

10. Liaise with the team members, internal / external parties as and when required to ensure discussion takes place achieving effective communication to achieve task completion as per plan and budget

11. Actively adhere to the Code of Conduct and Anti-Bribery policies, procedures and processes to ensure the highest ethical standards are maintained and exposure to liability or risk to Expros reputation is minimised. Provide leadership in all ethical issues; ensure employees are aware of Expros compliance requirements and feel able to report possible violations or conflicts of interest

12. Actively adhere to and ensure compliance with applicable Quality policies, procedures, processes & systems. Take an active part in quality improvement processes. Act on reported deficiencies and approve deviations from standard procedures as appropriate

13. Ensure that employees adhere to and comply with all applicable Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures and processes. Provide leadership in HSE; encourage employees to take responsibility and be accountable for their own and others’ safety and provide an environment where they feel authorised to stop any unsafe job. Ensure that all incidents and non-conformances are reported in line with the appropriate procedures and deadlines; ensure that all incidents are investigated and corrective actions raised as required; where appropriate, participates in incident investigations

14. Supervise, mentor and coach direct reports and ensure completion of their Employee Development Plans. Where applicable, ensure that training and competency programs are in place to facilitate the mentoring of subordinates through the competency system. Conduct competency assessments when required

Job Knowledge and Qualifications:

Degree qualified in related technical field

10+ years previous experience within a related environment

Leadership / Management experience