Project Manager at Lite Shore Engineering Services (LSES)

Lite Shore Engineering Services (LSES) is a leading 100% indigenous Nigerian company established in 2004 to provide a broad spectrum of services and expertise to the Energy and Oil & Gas (onshore and offshore) sectors. This broad capability enables us to offer our customers the full range from Design, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation and Commissioning to Maintenance Management. With branch offices in Abuja and Lagos, and the head office situated in Port Harcourt, LSES is well placed to undertake projects both nationwide and throughout West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Are you passionate about the broader goals of society achieved from a well-designed Engineering Environment? Do you want to be on the ground floor of an expanding local engineering practice? Do you have a green thumb for a project management? If so, we are looking for a leader who wants to set the standard for successfully managing Engineering projects.
• Liteshore Engineering is looking for an experienced project manager. This position is ideal for an individual who wants to evolve and grow in the practice of Engineering.
• The candidate will take direction from the Engineering Practice Leader and the Principal in Charge for new projects, but it is expected that this candidate will grow in a leadership role. Success will be measured in terms of organizational excellence and collaborative team relationships, including client satisfaction.

Management Responsibilities

• Prepares and negotiates client and consultant proposals, fees, schedules, and contracts.
• Initiates, documents, and maintains project set-up, including contract review, project process and filing procedures, work authorizations, assisting accounting in timely distribution of invoices.
• Day-to-day coordinator of all communication between the client insuring timely resolution of client concerns and management of business issues including contracts and additional services.
• Establishes, maintains, and documents regular project related meetings including client, internal team and consultants meetings.
• Defines, monitors and maintains control of the scope of work and services for the project including project schedule and work plan.
• Coordinates staffing resources with office Operations Director.
• Assures a positive team work atmosphere and assists in supporting the development and retention of quality staff including training/development/mentoring.
• Direct contact responsibility with clients and associated consultants, to insure timely collections and management of delinquent accounts receivables.
• Responsible for meeting or exceeding the financial goals established.
• Considers risk management by monitoring client issues and technical issues in a timely manner to minimize liability.
• Responsible for the orderly close out of projects including contractual requirements.
• Follows through with post contract administration requirements.
• Develops and maintains successful client relationships for repeat business.
• Participates in marketing opportunities and facilitates multi-discipline/office collaboration within firm.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Understands project financial management and contract administration, including project coordination, budgeting, scheduling and contract negotiations.
• Basic project management software skills.

Requirements

• B.Sc in Engineering/Architecture
• ACHA preferred within 2 years of hire;
• 3+ years of architectural /Engineering facilities experience with OSHPD preferred;
• Proven dedication to managing projects that advance design, sustainability, innovation, schedules, budget, and client needs

Professional Skills:

• Ability to direct, mentor and coordinate work efforts of project team
• Collaborative and professional work ethic
• Strong interpersonal skills, verbal, listening and written including client presentation skills

Application Closing Date
11th May, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: careers@liteshoreengineering.com.ng