Israel Transport & Mobility Consulting - Senior Project Manager

Mission

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver complex projects in the Infrastructure and Mobility sector. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, a proven aptitude for business development and proposal management, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills to foster collaboration and build high-performing teams.

Key Accountabilities

1. Project Management:

• Develop complex comprehensive project plans, outlining scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring adherence to quality standards, budget constraints, and timelines.
• Monitor and control project risks, identifying and addressing issues as they arise.

2. Client Interaction:

• Act as the primary point of contact between the consulting firm and the client.
• Understand client needs and expectations, and work to ensure project deliverables meet or exceed those expectations.
• Provide regular project updates to clients and address any concerns or issues.

3. Team Leadership:

• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, designers, and other professionals.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team culture, motivating team members to achieve project goals.
• Allocate resources efficiently and effectively to meet project demands.

4. Business Development and Proposal Management:

• Identify new business opportunities and build relationships with potential clients and partners.
• Lead the preparation of technical and financial proposals, ensuring competitiveness and compliance with client requirements.
• Collaborate with the business development team to align project offerings with market demands.

5. Budget Management:

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial goals are met.
• Track project expenses and resource utilization to optimize cost-effectiveness.

6. Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Proactively address issues that may impact project delivery.

7. Quality Assurance:

• Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to guarantee the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions.

8. Contract Management:

• Negotiate and manage contracts with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and manage any changes or disputes that may arise.
• Conduct regular project reviews to identify areas for improvement.

9. Technical Expertise:

• Leverage engineering knowledge to guide project teams in solving complex technical problems.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, advancements, and best practices to ensure the application of cutting-edge solutions.

10. Communication:

• Facilitate effective communication within the project team and with external stakeholders.

11. Documentation

• Prepare and present project status reports to senior management and clients.

12. Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Implement lessons learned from past projects.

Education

What are we looking for

• 15 years of experience in Project or Program Management
• Project Management Skills:
  • Extensive experience in project management, including the development of complex, comprehensive project plans.
  • Proven ability to oversee project execution, ensuring adherence to quality standards, budget constraints, and timelines.
  • Strong skills in monitoring and controlling project risks, identifying and addressing issues proactively.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong engineering knowledge to guide project teams in solving complex technical problems.
• Team Leadership:
  • Demonstrated leadership (+5 years) in leading multidisciplinary teams of engineers, designers, and other professionals.
  • Proven ability to foster a collaborative and positive team culture, motivating team members to achieve project goals.
  • Efficient allocation of resources to meet project demands.
• Software Skills:
  • Proficiency in project management tools and software.
  • Familiarity with engineering software is a plus.