Junior Project Manager

Major activities to be performed:Under the direction of a Senior Project Manager and project management team to assist and learn the following tasks:Undertake site inspections and provide input to the pre-sales and product order fulfilment processes.Prepare & maintain project plans including work schedules and relevant milestonesPlan, coordinate and implement project deliverablesLiaise with external project personnel (consultants, contractors, project managers) ensuring a high level of communicationRepresent Vertiv at all required project meetingsManage relationships with site personnel (builders, contractors, project managers etc)Coordinate project logistics (delivery, positioning) with Vertiv Supply Chain personnel.Coordinate & supervise Vertiv site commissioning & testing activitiesEnsure customer care objectives and project KPI's are metManage site issues and work variationsComplete project reporting and documentation requirementsConfirm all actions in writing to ensure complete understanding of Vertiv works schedule, scope and progress against agreed timelines.Ensure the project is completed on time and within budget (per presales costing)Raise all payment/progress claims (reconciliation, accompanying documentation)Revenue phasing & recognitionConduct post-project evaluation and recommend process improvements
WHS, Environment & Quality:Comply with all Work, Health & Safety, Environment and Quality obligationsActively promote safety in the workplaceEmployees reporting to Incumbent N/AMain contacts within CompanyNational Project & Delivery ManagerProject TeamSupply ChainField-Service teamProduction teamSales teamPre-Sales teamMain contacts outside the CompanyVertiv customers (project consultants, project managers, contractors)Sub-contractorsSuppliersEducation/Qualification: Technical qualifications to electrical/mechanical/mechatronics certificate or diploma level or tradePM training is advantageSpecialist Knowledge:Strong computer skills - MS Office; MS ProjectsPersonal Characteristics:Strong communication skillsAble to meet deadlines and work under pressureExcellent organisational skillsAttention to detailExcellent teamworkGood lateral thinkingStrong customer service ethic