Engineering Manager at Zutari

Overview:

• Zutari’s Resources Market are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager, with a background in Mining, Petrochemical and Energy Infrastructure to lead and manage the engineering on projects within the Resources Projects Group (RPG). The business has a solid backlog and a healthy order book. Accordingly, the RPG is seeking top project delivery talent to co-create an engineered impact for Zutari and our clients.
• The successful Engineering Manager will be responsible for providing leadership and direction to our engineering and digital professionals that ensures successful project execution, timely deliverables, diligent budgetary control and an exacting attitude to a top-quality engineering product.
• We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and advancement. If you are a motivated and experienced Engineering Manager looking for an exciting new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Role Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible to manage and mentor a team of Lead Engineers, Engineers and Digital Experts, for the delivery of single and multi-discipline engineering Mining, Petrochemical and Energy Infrastructure projects.
• Our projects cover the full lifecycle from concept to commissioning, in both green and brownfield applications, varying in complexity and size, delivered for all the major sectors (Oil & Gas, Mining, Energy, Utilities, Chemicals, Petrochemicals and Manufacturing)
• Hybrid working environment for projects delivered in Tshwane Office, but you will be expected to travel for projects located across South Africa and Greater Africa
• Develop and implement engineering policies, procedures, and best practices according to the “Zutari: Way We Work” framework to ensure consistency and quality.
• Oversee the preparation of engineering modelling, drawings, specifications, calculations, specialist analysis, technical components of enquiry documentation, project procedures, digital/BIM planning and other technical engineering documents.
• Demonstrate substantial knowledge and awareness of compliance to regulatory requirements, industrial clients and industry standards.
• Responsible to manage and complete projects the within engineering budget, ensure adequate and appropriate project resource allocation and proactively manage change control within the engineering context.
• Implementation of solid change control procedures for your team that protect project budgets and timeline on behalf of the client and company
• Demonstrate an affinity and appreciation for the implementation of advanced engineering delivery techniques, for example BIM Implementation, Computational Design, Design Automation, Standardization and Efficiency improvement.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide feedback and coaching.
• Lead and motivate engineering team to achieve project targets and claw back momentum in the case of setbacks
• Participate in business development activities, bidding and other client interactions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Extensive experience as an Engineering Manager or Senior Project Engineer, on Industrial focused multi-discipline Engineering, EPCM or EPC projects.
• Experience developing and implementing an Engineering project schedule, project reporting system and design management plan.
• Broad experience and knowledge of engineering and digital/modelling disciplines: Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Automation, EC&I and Process
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience with all phases of engineering and construction projects: Conceptual, Feasibility Execution, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning and Handover
• Working understanding of common standard forms of contract (NEC3, FIDIC, GCC.)
• Client focussed and results orientated to deliver top quality deliverables with your engineering and controls team.
• Understanding critical interdependencies of all engineering disciplines to ensure efficient project effort.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; master's degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in engineering management in a multidisciplinary environment, preferably within highly regulated process Industries.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.
• Experience with budget and resource management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Professional engineering accreditation (PR/ PR Tech Eng., Chartered Engineer.).