PROJECT MANAGER

Job Description : PROJECT MANAGER PULP AND PAPER PAN AFRICA 25+ years experience Greenfield Project Leadership Project Planning Budget & Cost Control Process Design & Engineering Utilities & Co-Generation Civil & Structural Work Construction & Installation Management Contractor Management Site Management Quality Assurance Progress Reporting Pre-Commissioning & Commissioning Performance Testing Operational Readiness. Handover Vendor & OEM Coordination Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Communication Strong operational knowledge of paper mills must understand stock preparation (waste paper and pulp based), paper machine operations, grade changes, drying systems, and finishing for both packaging paper and writing & printing grades. Hands-on experience with utility systems including boilers, co-generation / captive power plants, water treatment, effluent treatment (ETP), and steam & power distribution in a paper mill context. Proven ability to manage large capital projects (budgets, schedules, contractors, procurement) with a track record of delivering on time and within budget. Experience procuring and commissioning paper machines and associated equipment from major OEMs (e.g., Valmet, Voith, Andritz, or equivalent). Strong knowledge of HSE standards for construction and industrial operations. Experience with environmental compliance in paper manufacturing. Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent). SAP knowledge is an advantage.

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