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Project Manager (CAPEX, Oil & Gas/Mining)
VTTI · Métropole du Cap
Job description
About the role
We are looking for a hands‑on Project Manager to lead CAPEX projects of €1M–€1.5M in a technically challenging Oil & Gas or Mining environment. The role sits at the intersection of engineering, operations and contractors, with full responsibility for scope, budget and schedule.
Key responsibilities
- Develop project scopes together with internal stakeholders and create detailed execution plans.
- Prepare and manage CAPEX budgets, work breakdown structures (WBS) and cost‑tracking tools such as S‑curves.
- Lead resource, contractor and service‑provider management, including contract drafting and procurement.
- Coordinate site activities, logistics and equipment delivery.
- Monitor progress, identify schedule or cost deviations and implement corrective actions.
- Conduct quality‑control and safety inspections, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations.
- Manage permits, long‑lead items, MOC processes and oversee commissioning, start‑up and hand‑over.
- Deliver as‑built documentation, training and capture lessons learned.
Required profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Several years as a Mechanical Project Engineer and 2–3 years as a Project Manager, or ready to step up.
- Proven delivery of CAPEX projects in the €1M–€1.5M range.
- Background in Oil & Gas or Mining with a strong HSE mindset.
- Experience managing contractors and engaging stakeholders.
Required skills
- Mechanical engineering fundamentals.
- CAPEX budgeting and project controls.
- Work breakdown structure (WBS) creation.
- Contractor management and procurement.
- HSE compliance and safety inspection.
- Schedule and cost monitoring tools (e.g., S‑curves).
What we offer
- Full‑time permanent contract.
- Opportunity to lead technically complex, high‑impact projects.
- Dynamic environment with high standards for safety, quality and performance.
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