Site Project Manager

Site Manager - BERLIN, STUTTGART, MUNICH, FRANKFURT X 4

(Electronic Security, Access Control, Building Management Systems, Building Automation, Electrical Systems)

Role Summary:

Under general supervision, responsibilities include planning, scheduling, directing, application

engineering, procurement, field installation, start-up and close out of assigned projects. Ensures

projects are effectively executed within budgeted cost, time schedules and ensure positive cash flow In addition, you will be a key point of contact with the customer and responsible for maximising customer satisfaction, safety and quality assurance on all assigned projects.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manages on site
• Oversees and coordinates many aspects for projects from award through to completion including:

- Overall site management of projects for successful and timely completion within budget as required by the contract

- Preparing project installation plans, managing the plans and preparing and implemented job procedures

- Representing the business in client and site meetings and taking / owning actions

• Translates a variety of customer needs / requirements into detailed proposals and project implementation plans to meet customer requirements
• Reviews and approves estimated costs prior to bid
• Provides technical assistance to Sales force as and when required
• Supervises project design engineering
• Supervises installation, labour and subcontractors
• Prepares project schedules, subcontracts, change proposals and project invoices; assists with collections on projects
• Effectively communicates project requirements to Project team and wider organisation as and when required and maintains accurate and up-to-date records of job status, job changes, material flow and other control records necessary for processing of internal and external reports
• Acts as “our customer’s best service provider” at all times, thereby ensuring the company is the customer’s first choice for service
• Identifies and escalates potential project risks and develops / implements strategies to minimise impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
• Proactively communicates project schedules, project change proposals and related project activities on a regular basis with customers and seeks to continuously improve customer satisfaction
• Coordinates the procurement of materials, supplies, services and controls necessary for timely and cost-effective completion of projects within budget
• Manages on site Contractors / Installers

Skills Required

• Basic project management experience in a technical environment (building automation systems, fire alarm systems and / or electronic security systems)
• Developing coaching, mentoring, and staff development skills
• Solid leadership orientation – actively seeking ways in which to act as a role model and guide, develop and mentor others within the organisation
• Developing team leadership, team building and facilitation skills
• Showing initiative – engaging in proactive behaviour and looks for opportunities
• Adaptable – responding effectively to changes in situations or information; ability to influence others and build consensus using strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong analytical skills to resolve problems and look for solutions; solid conflict resolution skills
• Developing financial analytical skills including cost control
• Basic ability to facilitate a collaborative working environment for customers and team members
• Basic Microsoft Outlook, Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
• Basic knowledge and understanding of IT networking principles

Education Requirements

• English and Maths
• Engineering / Electrical
• SMSTS

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of two years of previous, relevant engineering, field service or supervision experience preferred
• Experience in one or more of the following industries preferred: Electronic, Fire Alarm & Life Safety and / or Building Automation
• Previous project supervisory experience preferred