Deputy project and contract manager

Summary

Working alongside the Project Manager (PM), the Deputy Project & Contract Manager will be responsible for managing, structuring, organising, monitoring and developing the After Sales mining project(s) (100% mining only) entrusted to him/her, as well as setting up new contracts in line with the Group’s strategy.

What will be your responsibilities?

Managing and monitoring the project(s) assigned in collaboration with the Project Manager (PM): Structuring, Organisation and Management

Ensuring that contractual commitments are met with regard to the customer(s) while representing BIA’s interests in line with the company’s strategy;
Ensure that OEM’s requirements are fully respected;
Visit and follow up the client and BIA teams on site on a frequent basis in coordination with the PM (inform him of actions and visits); Facilitate follow-up meetings on site with the team according to the guidelines reviewed by the PM;
Participate in and support the PM in the preparation of budget and project reviews for his/her project(s);
Actively participating to improve the quality of communication with the different stakeholders (customer, OEM and BIA internal supporting teams) through the preparation of periodical reportings and meetings;
Immediately informing the PM of any risks or derives observed on his/her project(s) and drawing up and proposing an associated corrective action plan validated by the Project Manager;
Propose, where appropriate, the human and material resources needed to ensure the smooth running of the project(s);
Develop specific knowledge of the Komatsu or other product range concerned by the project(s) for the teams involved (Product Support, parts, logistics, project team, training, etc.);
Developing, analysing and monitoring the operational reporting for the project(s) for which it is responsible, in close collaboration with the Project Manager and the teams on site;
Providing back-up for the Project Manager where necessary;
Applying basic knowledge of heavy machinery (mining & construction/energy) operations to support customer and site team;
Lead and manage the technical team in collaboration with the PM.
Commercial

Working with the Project Manager or PSSR;
Develop and maintain a good level of operational relations with contacts with the customer(s);
Propose to the Project Manager and implement appropriate solutions for setting up technical support, including spare parts, on-site service and training; identify business development opportunities and take part in the action plan to make them a reality;
Propose to the Project Manager and implement proposals to increase the quantity and quality of Rebuild activities on/off site.
Who are we looking for?

Education & Qualification:

University degree (as an engineer or equivalent);
2 years minimum experience desirable;
Relevant experience in management is priority;
Customer focus and problem-solving attitude;
Experience in project management (e.g. MS Office, planning software, MS Project, implementation of major projects, etc.);
Knowledge of an ERP-type system is a plus;
Experience of international organisations with a local presence;
IT skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)