Project Manager

Reports To: Operations Manager
Work location: Office, Qormi / On site
Working hours: Full-time
Status: Indefinite Contract

Role purpose

The Project Manager will be responsible for the successful running of company ongoing projects related to M&E. He/she will be required to assist, direct and monitor installers activity on site, prepare job material and tools in a timely manner, and also monitor all goods/tools delivered and returned from sites. He/she will be responsible of making sure works on all sites under his/her supervision, are carried out according to the respective program of works, agreed designs and most importantly to company standards.


The key duties and responsibilities of the role are as follows

• Be on site for ongoing projects on a regular basis and in an effective manner
• Prepare Material and tools for execution of works
• Monitor and keep updated records of material and tools being used and returned from site.
• Liaise and attend meetings with Department Manager to make sure all material purchased from suppliers is in hand in a timely manner, and to allocate technicians/installers to respective works as required.
• Prepare necessary station designs under the supervision of the Department Manager.
• Manage a team of technicians/installers working on site by explaining installation requirements and expectations, monitoring their works and making sure they are done in a timely manner and to company standards.
• Liaising with suppliers for orders, designs, technical assistance and guidance when required.
• Report to Fuel Department Manager any issues on site, that affect the efficiency and
  effectiveness of running projects, and any work amendments required during the execution of the job.
• Liaising with customers throughout the project to keep them updated on the progress of works, to discuss or inform any changes required from customer or otherwise.
• Attend project meetings when required
• Liaising with engineers, architects, subcontractors and other necessary personnel for the successful running of works
• Liaise with drawing office for the successful execution of all necessary drawings
• Be involved in project administrative tasks as directed by the Department Manager, such as handling and preparing of necessary documentation for the successful execution of the project.
• Be knowledgeable and stay up to date on service station software and hardware
• Assist maintenance team when necessary with maintenance works required on sites
• Assist technicians on site with works being carried out as necessary
• Attend events, conferences, training, factory visits both locally and abroad when required
  
  

Core competencies, knowledge, and experience

• Professional and friendly approach when facing customers
• Deadline setting and organisational skills
• Project management skills
• Ability to follow instructions/guidance and communicate information in a timely and
  accurate manner
• Be able to innovate to overcome challenges
• Willing to learn and work as an integral part of the team
• Be in possession of an engineering degree by a recognized local institution (mechanical or electrical engineering)
• Experience in engineering projects is a must, preferably in the fuel and/or mechanical
  and electrical industry.
• Be willing to learn and take all necessary training as directed by the company
• Be willing to travel for work abroad for short periods
• Be proficient in English and preferably Italian. Maltese would be an asset.
• Ability to lead others
• Ability to handle complaints in a professional manner.
• Must continuously follow up customers, suppliers and other personnel for (but not
  limited to) documentation, information, certificates and payments to avoid
  unnecessary work delays
• Highly motivated and able to work independently
• Must be able to schedule and prioritize work for self and others under his/her supervision.
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.
• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures
• Able to work well under pressure
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all
  times
• Meticulous eye for detail and be methodical and diligent in their work
• Quality Control/Assurance minded
• Flexible in approach and with hours
• Physically capable and available to work overtime including weekends, public holidays,
  and evenings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to use own initiative and demonstrate intelligent judgment in foresight of
  potential issues, and create alternative solutions to problems
• Good physical ability.
• Overtime as required.
• Hazards associated with the trade.
• Work both indoors and outdoors and with people from various nationalities.
• Must wear personal protective equipment for long durations as required