THE ROLE
As Automation Project Manager you will be responsible from A-Z of automation projects in the steel sector. You will be responsible for the follow-up of projects in the field of production line renovation in the metal sector: team management, technical support, follow-up of the project's evolution both in terms of costs and open points, liaison with the Sales Manager and the client. In this roll you will report directly to the Head of Engineering of Primetals Technologies Belgium NV. The role requires an on-site presence during commissioning and for some customer visit. Regular attendance at the PTBE office's will be necessary during the programming phase.
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will be fully involved in the administrative and technical aspects of the project: you will review the requirements and provide expert advice to the team and to the Sales Manager to ensure an optimal implementation. You will work with method on the technical and financial follow-up of the project. Thanks to your technical knowledge of automation, drives and electrical engineering, you are autonomous in managing both the project and the team, while keeping an eye on deadlines and costs.
As a team manager, you build a relationship of trust with your team and the Sales Manager. You will work hand in hand with the Sales Manager to provide optimal service to customers.
You are willing to travel to follow up on your project.
You are both an office and a field person, and enjoy alternating between these two phases of the projects.
As project manager you will organise work sessions and project meetings with the project team. You will manage and motivate the project team.
You will monitor possible risks and issues. You will report the progress of the project to the project team, the steering committee, and the management.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Solid engineering background and In-depth technical knowledge of automation (PLC and drives) and electrical engineering.
Solid experience in Project management: you are above all methodical and have a good dose of entrepreneurship and flexibility. You have experience in designing solutions.
Fluency in at least 2 of the following languages: French, Dutch and English. German is an additional asset.