Factory Build Project Manager at AACE Food Processing & Distribution Limited

AACE Foods is into food processing, packaging, marketing and distribution of nutritious and tasty products made from the best of West Africa’s fruits, herbs, vegetables and cereals. The main product lines consist of spices, spreads, sauces and complimentary food that excite and satisfy institutional, commercial and retail customers across Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below: 

Job Title: Factory Build Project Manager

Location: Sagamu, Ogun
Job type: Full-time
Job Function: Building and construction.
Job type: Contract
Reports to: Managing Director

Job Summary

• He/She and will oversee all aspect of building a new factory on a greenfield site constructed at Sagamu, Ogun State and work closely with senior company personnel, engineers and architect to develop plans, finalize equipment selection; oversee factory build and equipment installation.
• Location - Operates out of Sagamu but required to report often to Head Office (Sango-Ota, Ogun state)

Duties and Responsibilities
He/She will be accountable and responsible for:

• Completing analysis and documentation of the feasibility phase of the project.
• Determining potential impact of technical specification on factory design.
• Identifying and engaging the architect to prepare preliminary architectural drawings for the new factory, taking into account factory equipment requirements.
• Obtaining permits and licenses.
• Complying with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations.
• Overseeing the processing of the factory Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), and other regulatory, state, and statutory building permits.
• Identifying and engaging the mechanical, electrical, structural, and quantity surveyor consultants, as well as the builder for the factory.
• Coordinating development and presentation for approval of the final version factory drawings.
• Project Managing all aspects of the factory construction.
• Preparing cost estimates, budgets, and work timetables.
• Recommending tools, materials and equipment and track inventory.
• Ensuring all parties meet their contractual conditions of performance and recommend (to the MD) of actions needed to rectify if not met.
• Reviewing the work progress on daily basis and report weekly and monthly.
• Reporting works progress and budget matters to the MD and Factory build board committee.
• Analyzing, managing and mitigating risks and recommending appropriate actions to the MD for approval
• Ensuring quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques.
• Developing the Site to ensure efficient use of raw materials, finished goods, truck movement and general flow of goods and personnel.

Responsible for:

• Negotiating terms of agreements and draft contracts
• Engaging with equipment vendors to finalize selection and to clarify technical specifications.
• Oversee the installation of the factory equipment, and the training of staff who will be responsible for operating the machinery.

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Preferably an Engineering, Manufacturing or Science-based degree
• Appropriate years of proven work experience in supervising projects.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant codes, regulations, and quality standards.
• Strategic planning and budgeting.
• Knowledge of Architecture, Engineering and construction skills.
• Organization, implementation and excellent analytical skills.
• Business negotiation and Project Management skills.
• Must be dependable and able to deliver quality in a timely manner.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• People management, delegation and decision-making skills.
• Good knowledge of all Microsoft office applications

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.