Senior Installation Engineer

SUMMARY

Ensuring elevator and escalator installation execution on site and coordination of the projects between Sales, NI Operations and the Customer is effectively communicated to meet all contractual requirements. Project Engineer assume responsibility of multiple small projects to midrange/Major projects simultaneously.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to all safety and compliance rules of the company
• Accountable for completing the project safely, on time and within budget
• Accountable for stakeholder satisfaction and managing their expectations
• Accountable for effective collaboration and communication with and between stakeholders
• Accountable for project cost control
• Accountable for material losses and damages
• Accountable for post-sale negotiations, price adjustments, obtaining approvals, liaise with factories and placement of order
• Accountable for variation and scope management and claims
• Responsible for project “hand over” (Service and customer) with high quality product
• Accountable for creating the project plan and executing the project
• Responsible for getting stakeholder approvals where required
• Controls the material and inventory and takes care of the claim analysis
• Negotiates sub-contractor scope, terms, and rates, instigates purchase orders and certifies bills
• Responsible for the project safety plan, quality plan, labor plan and logistics plan.
• Responsible for site methodology and execution.
• Responsible for the project’s financial result.
• Trigger invoice and collection process on time.
• Responsible for Project Start Up meeting and Supply Line interface.
• Leadership / People management
• Plans manpower for the project (headcount and the right competence level)
• Preparation, organization, and retention of contract related documents as per company quality requirement
• Identifying and facilitating project related change management activities
• Leads the multifunctional project team and manages performance
• Communicates project goals, gives feedback on the performance and coaches.
• Coordination with other inter and / or departmental resources for infrastructure, transport, tools and any other day to day operational requirements
• Creates and maintains safety and security awareness amongst employees and sub-contractors. Ensures company’s safety and security policies.
• Daily time collection and reporting in system
• Perform other tasks assigned by the direct manager which include but not limited to the above-mentioned duties.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical)
• Minimum 6 years’ experience with excellent technical knowledge in the elevator industry

Knowledge/skills:

• Excellent negotiation and persuading skills.
• Project Management skills.
• Problem solving and conflict management skills.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) skills.
• Decision making skills

Computer Skills:

• Excellent Computer literacy (MS office)
• Knowledge of project management computer packages i.e., MS Project and Primavera is an added advantage.