Branch/Projects Manager

WAE Engineering Limited is a respected privately owned business which works across a number of engineering and mechanical fields.  We are currently seeking a Branch/Projects Manager to work within our team based in our Balclutha branch.

Responsibilities:

•  Planning the day ahead prior to start times including scheduling and issuing work instructions in conjunction with the workshop supervisor.

• Manage the day to day running of the branch, attend daily toolbox meetings, health and safety etc.

• Understand the client’s requirements, including scoping and estimating projects and preparing quotes/estimates.

• Liaise with clients, site managers, contractors and sub-contractors to ensure all parties are on track with project requirements including deadlines and schedules.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.

• Monitor project budgets and ensure financial objectives are met.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven work experience as a Project Manager preferably with engineering knowledge and experience.

• Understanding plans and drawings.

• Strong organisational skills including attention to detail.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

• Leadership and budget management experience.

• Excellent client facing and internal communication skills.

• Ability to understand contracts and agreements.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office including excel.

• Clear and concise verbal, written and communication skills.

• Minimum 5 years experience.

• Sound knowledge of, and ability to adhere to, health and safety regulations and policies.

Other Requirements:

• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

• Unrestricted drivers licence.

Benefits:

• Permanent full time position.

• Competitive remuneration.

• Ongoing training opportunities.

• Great team atmosphere.

If this role sounds like you, please send your CV and cover letter to:

rachel.kelly@wae.co.nz

Don’t delay, apply now to join a great team.

NOTE: The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test.