Project Manager (Industrial Automation)

S4 is seeking an experienced Project Manager / Engineer to carry out their duties at our office in East London.
The position will involve the following:

Lead and be responsible for satellite office of S4 and to represent the company in selling, installing and supporting machinery.
Interface with current and potential customers on a regular basis.
Be involved in project planning and execution.
Oversee work of technical installation team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Business Development:

Acquiring and updating knowledge of employers' and competitors' goods and services and market conditions
Identify companies that the marketing team can cold call
Arrange delivery of goods, installations of equipment and provision of service
Assess clients needs and resources and recommend appropriate goods and services
Consult with clients after sales
Visit regular and prospective client businesses to establish and act on selling opportunities
Monitor customers changing needs and competitor activity

Cost Estimation:

Consult with clients, vendors and personnel to discuss and formulate estimates
Prepare time, cost, materials and labour estimates
Prepare estimates for use in selecting subcontractors
Confer with engineers, owners and subcontractors and adjustments to duration of projects
Prepare cost and expenditure statements
Assess cost effectiveness of products
Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
Review material and labour requirements

Supervision:

Supervise on-site employees
Co-operate with site management
Work to timescales and deadlines
Act as main technical adviser on site
Oversee quality control
Ordering of installation hardware
Install electronic systems meeting standards and codes
Test and inspect systems upon completion of installation
Provide continuous support to clients
Coordinate with senior technicians
Diagnose problems or failures

REQUIREMENTS:

A tertiary qualification in electrical engineering or similar qualification would be advantageous
Previous experience in an industrial automation environment
Willing and able to travel from time to time (Local & international)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
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