Assistant Project Manager

SMEC South Africa (Pty) LimitedKuala Lumpur, Kuala LumpurOn-siteFull-timeSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 1 hour ago

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About this role

Key Responsibilities

- Project Management Support
- Assist in planning, scheduling, and executing project activities.
- Support the management of hydropower projects from inception to completion.
- Track project progress, identify risks, and propose mitigation measures.

- Coordination & Communication
- Coordinate tasks and deliverables across internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Control project inputs and outputs, document requests for information and query registers.
- Liaise with local and international clients, contractors, and consultants, providing regular updates and reports.
- Organize and participate in project meetings, preparing agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions.

- Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare project management documentation, including team organisation charts, progress reports, risk registers, and cost tracking.
- Undertake internal project monthly reviews and project planning.
- Assist in the preparation of proposals, tenders, and technical submissions for new opportunities.

- Business Development Support
- Contribute to identifying new business opportunities and assist in proposal development whilst complying with internal governance procedures.
- Support marketing and client engagement activities as required.

- Technical Contribution
- Apply engineering knowledge to support design reviews and technical assessments.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
- Support quality assurance processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

- Experience:
- Minimum 7 years of experience in design and project management, preferably in hydropower or dam projects.
- Proven experience in multidisciplinary project environments.

- Technical Skills:
- Strong understanding of project planning and scheduling techniques.
- Familiarity with project management tools and software.
- Ability with Microsoft Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).

- Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities.

- Language Skills:
- Fluent in English.

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