Senior Project Engineering Manager

Established in South Africa in 1959, thyssenkrupp Uhde South Africa is the local subsidiary of thyssenkrupp Uhde. Underpinned by a global footprint with local presence, we are a market-leading technology, engineering, construction and service partner for industrial plants and systems. The scope of this role will require the incumbent to work in a projects-based environment covering all phases of project execution (feasibility, concept, basic, detail, construction support, and commissioning). Exposure to engineering management, as well as good interpersonal skills, is absolutely necessary. The incumbent would be responsible for leading a team of engineers on a project-by-project basis and will be accountable for the delivery of engineering deliverables on-time and within quality requirements. The candidate must be in possession of an engineering degree (BSc. / B.Eng.) in one of the following disciplines: Chemical/ Process Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Instrumentation/ Electronic Engineering, or Civil Engineering. The candidate must have Pr Eng. status and 18 years of Project EM experience in a contracting environment focused on projects in the Petroleum, Refinery, Oil & Gas, or Chemical sectors. Must have at least 5 years of Project EM experience.

1. An additional qualification in Project Management or Project Engineering Management will be an advantage.
2. Experience in Change Management.
3. Demonstrated experience with interaction with clients.
4. Advanced knowledge of engineering and engineering design principles.
5. Understanding of Contract Management principles.