As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful execution of customer contracts and R&D projects.
You will need to demonstrate experience in executing technically complex projects aligned to a system engineering management approach.
The successful candidate must have a strong technical background, be well organised, driven and must be able to work under pressure.
This role will expect you to manage multiple projects and you must be capable of delivering projects within constraints of schedule, budget and requirements.Your roleEnsure profitable execution of all allocated projects and related contracts within the constraints of schedule, budget and scopeExecute projects and customer contracts in accordance with the SGD Management systemDevelop and maintain detailed project management documentationKeep project stakeholders informed of project status through effective communication within defined mechanisms (steering committees, monthly reports, project meetings, etc.
)Provide Marketing and Bid support and fulfil the role of operations responsible for allocated bids by coordinating the generation of the operations data pack (schedule, costing and statement of work), in accordance with the SGD Management SystemDevelop and maintain excellent working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders and thereby acting as the SGD point of contact (POC) for all contract mattersParticipate in the technical execution of projects, working with the technical responsible to ensure effective project executionEnsure adherence to contractual requirements and objectives, as well as company norms and standardsInternational travel may be requiredYour profileKnowledge and Skills required:Experience in the execution of customer contracts and R&D projectsExperience in working across many different departments and stakeholders in a strong complex matrix organisationMinimum 5 – 7 years applicable project management experience in Defence or related environment, of which 2 – 3 years working with medium to high complexity projectsExperience in MS Office, MS Excel and MS ProjectsExperience in working with MRP systems (e.g.
IFS)In-depth financial knowledge within a project environmentLeading and managing project teams in a technical environmentAbility to lead virtual project team/s to a successful implementation across countries.Interfacing with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally to the organisationStrong Communication skills which include creating and delivering written and oral presentationsStrong administration and time management skills.Methodical, thorough, and diligentBe able to identify and manage risksAdvanced interpersonal skillsExcellent intercultural skills to cooperate with international customers.Results driven; forward thinking with a problem-solving mentalityDesired skills:In-depth knowledge of project management in a customer and R&D environmentKnowledge and experience of Electronic Warfare systems fundamentals within the Air, Naval, Land and RF domains and development processes will be an advantageStrong technical background in the development of hardware and software for Electronic Warfare systems and productsPlanning and resource managementStrategic thinkingQualification:Engineering degree or equivalent qualification BSc(Eng.
), BEngMasters level degree is desirable (MBA, Meng, MSc (Eng) or equivalent)Project Management Professional (PMP) certification will be an advantageWhat you will be a part ofSGD has reinforced its position as a leading South African defence and security company, bringing capabilities including electronic warfare systems, sensor technology, training systems, avionics, security and support solutions to the African and international markets.
These capabilities are supplied and supported over the air, land, sea and civil security domains.With new and improved technological systems and solutions, SGD increases a country's defence capabilities and provides innovative, effective products and services for those tasked to maintain security.
The company also works with various stakeholders in gathering data and providing insight into how security threats evolve, and what the best market-customised solutions are.If you aspire to help create and innovate whilst developing yourself in a challenging team setting, Saab may well have the perfect conditions for you to grow.
We pride ourselves on a nurturing environment, where everyone is different yet we share the same goal – to help protect people.SGD will give preference to South African citizens and we also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.Please consider your application as unsuccessful if you have not received feedback from us within 30 days after the closing date.Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.
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