Engineering Project Manager

Schauenburg Systems is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities. We strongly encourage EE candidates and individuals with disabilities to submit their applications. ** MAIN PURPOSE**

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead and deliver engineering development, installation, and service-related projects across Africa and selected international markets.

This role is responsible for end-to-end project management of engineering and product development initiatives, ensuring alignment with business strategy, effective execution, and successful delivery from concept through to commissioning and ongoing support. The incumbent will play a key leadership role in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing risks, and driving innovation within the organisation’s engineering portfolio.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project & Programme Management

• Manage and deliver multiple engineering, mining, and technical projects across Africa and international markets
• Plan, execute, monitor, and close projects, including scheduling, budgeting, scope, and resource allocation
• Develop and maintain detailed project work plans and revise as required
• Monitor project performance (cost, schedule, scope, and risk) and provide regular reporting to stakeholders
• Ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate, and maintained in line with governance standards

Engineering Development & Product Innovation

• Lead and support new product development in alignment with innovation strategy
• Contribute to engineering activities including design reviews, change requests, and project evaluations
• Participate in requirements definition, architecture reviews, and validation processes
• Ensure engineering outputs comply with system engineering and configuration management standards

Stakeholder & Team Coordination

• Act as the central coordination point between engineering teams, contractors, suppliers, and customers
• Manage cross-functional teams spanning mechanical, electrical, software, and hardware disciplines
• Mentor and guide team members in project management best practices
• Facilitate internal and client meetings and maintain clear communication at all levels

Contractor, Supplier & Resource Management

• Manage subcontractors and suppliers, including Statements of Work (SOW), deliverables, and performance
• Verify quality and completeness of deliverables prior to approvals and payments
• Coordinate resource planning with functional managers and production teams

Risk, Quality & Compliance

• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate project risks
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards across all sites
• Apply project management methodologies (Agile, PMBOK, PRINCE2, or hybrid approaches)
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes

Client & Business Support

• Support customer-facing project delivery, including installations, commissioning, and service
• Assist in business development activities, proposals, and client engagements
• Provide technical and project input to marketing, production, and R&D functions

Travel & Working Conditions

• Extensive travel across Africa (including Botswana, Ghana, and the DRC) and internationally
• Ability to work in remote, high-pressure, and challenging site environments
• Flexibility to support multi-site and international operations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electronic, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related)

• Postgraduate qualification (advantageous)

• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)

• Experience in mining equipment, infrastructure, or heavy engineering sectors

• Exposure to R&D, product development, and certification environments

• Knowledge of technologies such as SCADA, instrumentation, gas detection, or collision warning systems (advantageous)

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in a mining, industrial, or engineering environment

• Strong background in engineering project delivery and/or technical services

• Experience managing multi-site and international projects, preferably in Africa

• Ability to manage complex, fast-paced, and high-pressure environments

• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and coordination skills

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

• Experience in cross-functional engineering environments (hardware, software, mechanical, etc.)

Competencies

• Knowledge of system engineering processes and configuration management
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Familiarity with project tools and platforms (e.g., JIRA, Confluence)
• Strong understanding of risk management and project governance frameworks
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across regions.

Key Attributes

• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
• Ability to prioritise, multitask, and meet tight deadlines
• Strong customer focus and business acumen
• Willingness to travel and adapt to demanding environments
• High accountability, recognising the critical safety and operational impact of engineering deliverables.

All applicants who meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply should do so on or before 19 May 2026 at 12:00

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