Project Manager at Lafarge Cement

About the Role

• The Project Manager's role involves assisting the Plant Team lines in identifying potential progress actions and developing long term related studies as well as to take care of new projects (studies and / or implementation of investments).
• It is also an objective to assist the Plant Team in problem solving.
• In this role, the incumbent:
  • Assists the Plant Teams in identifying potential progress actions.
  • Have a good understanding of the operation, the internal challenges and the external constraints; be aware of the cement operation and be able to assist in troubleshooting problems; his credibility depends upon his ability to be part of the plant team and to relate with other departments.
  • The long term related studies have to be developed considering directions given by the Plant Manager, updated or in development technologies and modern concepts regarding managerial systems and organizational structures.
  • New projects are an area where the incumbent will have to analyze, in depth, the real needs of the plant and to propose affordable solutions, consulting very closely with future users.
  • This is a support type of function where ideas have to be sold to others, even if modifying significantly the routine.
  • The developed studies may be pursued by an investment or by the implementation of a smaller modification, with the support of contractors or plant employees.
  • The incumbent works with IPMEA in the development of major projects and is the on-site leader, when realizing the investment.
  • Must mitigate short-term needs and long-term strategies in creative solutions, thus helping the Plant Manager in selling unusual or new ideas.
  • Assist in the integration of long term requirements and strategies and to accept new technologies or concepts by those not directly under the supervision or authority of the incumbent.
  • The incumbent must have a good mechanical, electrical and civil engineering knowledge.
  • He must also have a good knowledge of project and cost management.
  • Human skills are required to ensure good relationship with plant personnel and when dealing with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies related to the future of the plant, contributing thus in its development.
• Assist plant personnel in elaborating ideas and plans regarding progress actions in order to improve long term efficiency of the operation.
• Ensure proper execution of projects through development of studies and/or implementation of small modifications or major investments.
• Assist plant personnel in analyzing major problems, which interfere with the short-term operation.
• Promote new technologies and new managerial and organizational concepts in order to maintain competitiveness of this facility.
• Ensure proper information and assist in plant personnel training regarding new installations.
• Ensure that proper permitting is in place including environmental, municipal and any others required in a timely manner in order to avoid delays.
• Ensure that proper insurance, hold harmless and other documentation required for the protection of Lafarge Africa Plc. is in place before any vendors are permitted access to Lafarge property to begin work.
• This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and the job holder may be required to perform duties outside of this as operationally required.

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in any Engineering discipline (Mechanical / Electrical / Civil Engineering as main subjects).

Experience:

• 5-7 Years of experience in engineering / or project engineering, Cement plant equipment design, operation or maintenance.

Required Skills:

• Working knowledge of cement manufacturing processes: Raw meal preparation, burning, combustion, grinding and packing operation.
• Commitment to the highest standards of safe work habits.
• Good knowledge of safety laws and regulations.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to take initiative based on sound problem solving skills.
• Demonstrate leadership skills via work ethics, ability to delegate and motivate, fairness, must be hands-on.

Nice to have:

• Proven problem-solving ability.
• Strong computer skills especially in Excel, word, PowerPoint, CAD and email applications.
• Ability to prioritize with excellent time management skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Result-oriented with high decision-making capacity / self-confidence.
• Commitment to the highest standards of safe work habits.
• Good knowledge of safety laws and regulations.