Senior Project Manager

Job Title Division (Weir ESCO, Weir Minerals, etc) Location Onsite/Hybrid/Remote/Shift
Purpose of Role: The Senior Project Manager is a key position responsible for managing specific strategic operational transformation projects within our organization. The role entails managing the identification, planning and delivery of projects and programs that align with long-term APAC operational strategies. Additionally, this role collaborates with other departments to ensure that APAC initiatives are in line with overall business objectives and direction.
Why choose Weir: (Required) Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities: (Project Management:

·         Ability to deliver multiple projects and programs concurrently.

·         Scope, Plan, coordinate, and manage all phases of project and program lifecycle, from design to delivery.

·         Ensure project management disciplines and tools are effectively utilised.

·         Define scope and roles within projects, providing necessary documentation.

·         Ensure that changes to project scope and deliverables are documented, endorsed and delivered.

Transformation delivery

·         Strategic thinking and understanding organizational goals and how to deliver within the project.

·         Aligning the project deliverables to ensure they realise the business strategy.

·         Navigate ambiguity and evolving situations ensuring that plans are adjusted after consultation with program governance.

Change Management

·         Supporting the delivery of successful transformation by integrating change management into the project and governance framework.

·         Ensuring smooth transitions during project execution.

·         Document and roll out communication plans for all projects.

Stakeholder Management:

·         Manage relationships with multiple stakeholders across various departments.

·         Identify and manage risks and dependencies associated with the projects by working to mitigate risks, ensuring collaboration across projects, programs and stakeholders for a successful project outcomes.

Financial Oversight:

·         Manage project budgets, reviewing regularly for alignment or opportunities for cost reduction.

·         Develop resource plans and financial requirements for projects.

·         Prepare project estimates and manage costs, ensuring financial measures are met.

Quality and Risk Management:

·         Define and implement quality requirements to ensure project success.

·         Identify risks and maintain a risk register for ongoing monitoring and management.

·         Follow effective change control processes to manage project variations.

·         Identifying and managing risks and dependencies associated with allocated projects. Work to mitigate risks, ensure collaboration across projects, programs and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

Performance Monitoring:

·         Monitor project performance to identify issues and opportunities early, taking proactive measures.

·         Manage project interfaces and the planning of all scope elements effectively.

Change Management and transformation:

·         Supporting the delivery of successful transformation by integrating change management into the project and governance framework.

·         Ensuring smooth transitions during project execution.

·         Document and roll out communication plans for all projects.

Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:·        

At least ten (10) years’ experience in a project management role in heavy equipment manufacturing, supply chain operations or similar

·         Formal qualification in project management (PMP preferred)

·         Demonstrable project management, transformation and change management skills and experience.

·         Demonstrable experience in undertaking engineering projects i.e. civil, mechanical or electrical

·         Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

·         Ability to work with diverse group of professionals in close cooperation.

·         Excellent written and oral communication skills
Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.
For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.
Compensation: (Where compensation on the job posting is required)
Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
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