Project Execution Manager

Role

The Project Execution Manager is responsible for planning coordinating and managing installation and application activities at customer sites. This role ensures that all project phasespreparation execution and final inspectionare completed safely on time and according to technical specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Coordination

• Assess customer needs and technical requirements prior to installation or maintenance activities.

• Develop detailed project plans including scope of work timeline resources and safety requirements.

• Coordinate with internal departments (Sales Engineering Production Logistics...) to prepare materials and equipment for the job site.

• Appreciates balance between customer and company interests;

• Manage budgets and ensure project costs remain within approved limits.

• Manages interfaces for companies clients and subcontractors;

On-Site Management & Execution

• Manage installation repair or replacement of refractory linings activities in industrial furnaces kilns ladles or high-temperature equipment.

• Manages subcontractors technicians and installation teams on site.

• Ensure compliance with technical specifications application procedures and customer standards.

• Troubleshoot on-site issues and provide solutions quickly to avoid delays.

Quality Control & Technical Assurance

• Conduct inspections during and after installation to verify adherence to safety quality and performance criteria.

• Document all stages of the process including measurements material usage and deviations.

• Perform final acceptance checks with the customer and prepare technical reports.

• Identify opportunities for improvement in application techniques and material performance.

Customer Relationship Management

• Act as the main on-site contact for customer technical teams.

• Ensure customer satisfaction through clear communication reliability and technical expertise.

• Present project progress risks and outcomes to customer stakeholders.

• Provide on-site training or guidance regarding proper maintenance of refractory installations when required.

Safety Compliance

• Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols and site regulations.

• Conduct toolbox talks risk assessments and safety briefings for the installation crew.

• Report incidents near-misses and corrective actions.

• Perform risk assessments for operations to minimize the likelihood and consequences of incidents and accidents.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare detailed project reports including timelines resource usage performance metrics and deviations.

• Maintain accurate project documentation for internal and customer records.

• Provide feedback to R&D and Engineering teams regarding material behavior and potential improvements.

Requirements

Educational and Professional Background

• Degree in Engineering (Materials Mechanical Industrial Ceramics) or equivalent technical field.
• 10-13 years of experience in refractory installation industrial maintenance or on-site project management.
• Experience working in heavy industry or thermal processing environments is highly preferred.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of refractory materials industrial minerals and high-temperature applications.
• Experience with installation of refractory bricks monolithic refractories or mineral linings.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings thermal profiles and engineering specifications.
• Familiarity with industrial facilities such as steel plants cement kilns foundries glass furnaces or petrochemical units.
• Proficiency in project management tools and on-site supervision methods.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in demanding industrial environments.
• High level of organization autonomy and attention to detail.
• Customer-oriented mindset and adaptability.