Project Control Manager

On behalf of our client, a Canadian-based international gold mining company, Dundee Precious Metals, Manpower Serbia is searching for a motivated candidate to take the challenge and successfully fulfill the position of Project Controls Manager.Job description:1. Leadership and GuidanceLead the development and implementation of the terms of reference for the CRP.Lead the development and implementation of the portfolio stakeholder engagement as related to capital projects under the CRP’s authority.Develop and maintain the group’s portfolio benefits management framework.Ensure the CRP functions provide high-quality, evaluative thinking and evidence-informed analysis and advice to the Senior Management Team and key stakeholders.Ensure the portfolio activities contribute to the bottom-line value of the organisation and delivery of benefits from all programmes and projects.Assure the overall integrity and coherence of the capital projects portfolio.Ensure that the minimum PM deliverables requirements are complied with by the project teams.Lead a high-performing multidisciplinary CRP team through coaching and mentoring, to build and grow operational capability.Ensure that the team recruits, develops, supports, and retains high-performing staff, and ensure development plans are in place for all staff to maintain and build the intellectual capability of the CRP.Manage and drive continuous performance improvement outcomes.Set appropriate directions, priorities, and expectations for direct reports and agree on the work programmes, tasks, and performance2. Portfolio and Project PlanningProvide strategic oversight and support for the Senior Management Team as it relates to project and portfolio managementDevelop and implement strategies for the effective and consistent planning, monitoring, and delivery of the capital projects portfolio in conjunction with project directors & managers.Engage with management to establish their needs and provide integrated solutions for the management of their projects/programmesLead the development and maintenance of the capital projects portfolio plan.Work closely with the site-based project managers to create and promote more effective benefits realization management practices.Lead and coordinate the production of the annual portfolio-level benefits realisation plan.Analyse the portfolio and make recommendations on the programme/project governance compliance to the decision-makers.3. Relationship ManagementDevelop and maintain a customer-focused approach to the delivery of timely, accurate, appropriate information and advice.Foster the development of positive relationships within the Enterprise Project Management Office.Build and maintain successful professional relationships with key stakeholders, project managers, and team members.Represent the CRP by maintaining effective professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.4. Communication ManagementLead and maintain effective communications with relevant key stakeholders to ensure that the best information is available to support decision-making.Review and improve programme and project information management and communication systems.Ensure formal communications on Portfolio, Programme, and Project-related issues are prepared, distributed, and discussed as per established CRP management routines.5. Methodologies and ProcessesDevelop and implement standards and procedures for effective and consistent capital project delivery across the organization aligned with industry best practices.Develop, implement, and track the metrics that provide assurance to conformance to these standards.Keep abreast of and evaluate the effectiveness of new programme and project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.Contribute to the leadership of programme and project frameworks, templates, and procedures; be accountable for ensuring they are fit for purpose.6. Environment, Health and SafetyEnsures safe conditions at work, follows safe work practices, procedure,s and compliance with DPM’s environmental, social and governance (ESG).Ensure staff are informed of Health and Safety requirements in the workplace and are adequately trained to carry out their work safely.Ensure the prompt and accurate reporting, recording, and investigation of all workplace incidents and injuries.Ensure all hazards are promptly assessed for their significance and managed in accordance with DPM policy and standards.Requirements:Knowledge:Expert-level knowledge of project/portfolio and change management and associated methodologies, techniques, processes, and approaches (e.g., Project and Portfolio Management Methodology – PPM)Thorough knowledge of project delivery procedures and processes as related to the following disciplines: Project Engineering, Project Controls Services, Portfolio/Project Governance, and support.Knowledge of resource management toolsStrategic Thinking: Ability to cope with multiple goals and deadlines in the context of the big picture.Technical Skills:Facilitation, Negotiation & Problem Resolution Skills: Ability to build a strong network and relationships at executive and management levels.Budget, cost, and profitability management skillsMS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Microsoft TeamsMicrosoft Project Professional and/or Oracle PrimaveraWorking skills with SharePoint Online content creation.Education/Qualifications/Certificates:A master’s degree in engineering or project managementProject Management Professional Certification (PMI-PMP, IPMA Levels C to A, APM)Experience:Five to ten years of related work experience.Demonstrated strong leadership and management skills, coupled with strong project/programme/portfolio and/or strategy/business planning skillsExperience to develop and maintain robust relationships with all parts of the business, including senior managers, contractors, consultants and any third-party service providersA history of achievement in the development and delivery of high-quality services pertaining to Capital Projects of small, medium, and large scale.