Job Description

Position: Project Management & Engineering Head

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Company Overview

MR DIY Philippines is a leading retail chain with over 700+ stores in Southeast Asia. Our mission is to provide affordable and quality products to our customers, while continuously expanding our presence in the region. We are now looking for a highly motivated and experienced Project Management & Engineering Head to join our team in Marikina, Metro Manila.

Job Overview:

The Project Management & Engineering Head acts as the arm of the Chief Operating Officer and is primarily responsible for monitoring the performance delivery and compliance of Operations Group (Site Acquisition, Construction, and Maintenance) to company standards and to all regulatory and government requirements. Lead the group to mitigation and control of various risks affecting the operations. As Project Management & Engineering Head, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of all new and current projects in MR DIY Philippines. You will work closely with the management team to ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will also be responsible for managing a team of engineers and project managers, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful completion of projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Management (Operations and Compliance)

• Drives the transformation mindset of the departments under - Operations Group by facilitating process analysis, gap assessments and applying continuous process improvement.
• Oversees the performance and output of the Operations Group (BD and Engineering Departments), acts as adviser in terms of process improvements and operational strategies.
• Ensures that BD and Engineering Departments projects and programs are aligned with the companys overall direction.
• Determines how the projects or programs are measured; monitors the result against targets and ensure that these are aligned with the charter.
• Enables BD and Engineering Department leaders by equipping them with the necessary project management or process improvement tools or methodologies to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conducts health checks in terms of the departments projects or programs completion including budget and resource management.
• Ensures that operations processes and procedures are compliant to company standards and to all regulatory and government requirements; flags any compliance risks to the COO and CEO and ensure that these are acted upon by the accountable party.
• Builds strong compliance by facilitating the development or updating of the necessary policies and procedures related to Business Development and Engineering operations.
• Devices mechanism to monitor and track departmental compliance.

1. Operations Risk Assessment and Control

• Facilitates the coordination and collaboration of BD and Engineering departments with other functional areas and key stakeholders to manage and have an integrated view of operational risks.
• Provides guidance on the identification and implementation of appropriate risk controls to prevent future loss or unnecessary operational costs to the company.
• Ensures that risk mitigation plans are acted upon by the concerned unit; tags the appropriate party responsible and accountable for the risk mitigation (if outside operations).

1. Stakeholder Management

• Drives transparency of the operational processes and risks to ensure that important decisions and critical responsibilities are carried out by the Operations Group.
• Manage various stakeholders. Identify and implement measures to manage change impact.
• Leads and facilitates the development and implementation of the transition and communication plans to all stakeholders.
• Provides regular updates and timely report to the CEO in terms of the performance and output delivery of the Operations Group.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree in business administration/management or relevant field.
• Preferably with Project Management Certification or equivalent exposure or experience in governing operational business projects or programs.
• Minimum 5 years experience in project management or administration of transformational program leading a cross-functional team.

Knowledge and Competencies

• Strong business acumen
• Project Management Skills
• With background, understanding and hands-on experience using and applying various project management tools and techniques.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills with attention to detail

If you are a results-driven and highly organized individual with a passion for project management and engineering, we would love to hear from you! Join our team at MR DIY Philippines and be a part of our journey towards success.