Construction Manager at Prime Atlantic Limited

Prime Atlantic Limited is a wholly Nigerian – owned company established in 2003 with the vision to be the preferred services and solutions company in Sub – Saharan Africa. As a full oil servicing company, we pride ourselves on offering the most comprehensive bouquet of solutions while subjecting our processes to the most stringent global standards providing services and solutions to the Oil & Gas industry.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Construction Manager

Location: Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Support the Maintenance Supervisor, to ensure a close coordinated and progressive follow-up of the day-to-day site construction / maintenance tasks / activities.
• Take charge of and ensure the accuracy of detailed technical elements of the preparation of work scope, review procedures and ensure adaptability, review functional Locations and related Work Order lists to ensure that all outstanding works in the concerned package / system are fully considered during the preparation of each intervention.
• Review and ensure that PTW’s are properly prepared, validated and ready ahead of schedule.
• Sets up and implement technical procedures, follow-up and update maintenance procedure in relation with company representatives (i.e. Maintenance Supervisor) and onshore base support. 
• Anticipate, track and follow up the main issues on all packages and make sure that these are well captured in the planning and in SAP with resource availability (personnel, spare parts). 
• Keep a comprehensive tracking of all critical material / spare parts and highlight to Maintenance Supervisor and onshore / base team to expedite their procurement and availability on site. 
• Provide inputs and Participates in the definition of Look ahead planning with the feedback to discipline / trades supervisors. 
• Review the technical reports from supervisors and ensure proper documentation. Maintain (log register file).
• Check if the Notifications / Work Orders are well prepared.
• Flag concerns if any and ensure that required materials / spare parts / special tools, are well identified on the work order.
• Anticipates, plans and requests the logistical means necessary for smooth maintenance operations, taking the various constraints into account when planning and carrying out operations. 
• Provide Support and guidance to supervisor for adequate troubleshooting of failed equipment. Assist supervisor to prepare specific activities (PTW, Procedure, Material, specific tools).
• Provide input and oversight on defective spare parts and report.
• Attend all daily, weekly and specific meetings on relating to construction / maintenance issues onsite, as may be advised or delegated to him by Maintenance Supervisor. 
• Ensure timely issuance of regular multi trades discipline reports to Maintenance Supervisor / Project Manager / Deputy Project Manager. 
• Shall provide Coordination and support for OEM / Vendor FSRs on site during specific interventions.
• Provide guidance and coordination support for Works preparation and execution, in close liaison with onshore maintenance support (Planners, Engineers…). 
• Act as the Focal Point for GMS contractor personnel on site and liaise with GMS Management to handle all concerned personnel and contractual issues for all categories of Contractor personnel. 
• Assist site management to manage personnel concerns whenever required, and as necessary to sort out technical, organizational and competency related issues. 
• Be the link to strengthen the coordination between Adhoc, 3rd Parties and Site team, ensuring full and strong involvement of the Smart room Scheduler in the daily maintenance subjects, especially with respect to Core Crew Support (daily Notifications follow-up and assignment, WO’s preparation, Planning / Scheduling, Reporting, Closing when due, Backlog clearing, etc.…).
• Review and validate construction methodologies for riser installation, integrity works, and associated scopes. 
• Define and implement work sequences, lifting plans, and rigging methods using equipment such as snatch blocks, hoists, and slings. 
• Ensure proper use and calibration of inspection tools (e.g., gas detectors, hygrometers, painting inspection kits). 
• Support QA / QC activities including welding procedures, grit blasting, and coating applications.
• Coordinate with engineering for method statements and technical clarifications.
• Ensure correct application of tools and equipment (e.g., torquing tools, hydraulic spreaders, welding ovens). 
• Optimize resource usage and propose improvements to construction techniques.
• Validate vendor procedures and ensure alignment with client’s technical requirement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction management within oil & gas projects.
• Chartered Engineer with BSc (A-Levels + 5 years study) or Higher National Diploma or Certificate HND/HNC (A-levels + 3 years’ study) or equivalent in in Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or marginalized populations.
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities.
• Knowledge of local community resources and networks.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competence in risk assessment and mitigation.
• A knowledge of the principles related to the process and equipment of oil and gas installations.
• Ability to lead and motivate multinational teams.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining good relations with colleagues and others.
• Physical ability to work on an offshore installation in the climatic conditions of the site.
• Able to express himself in English.
• Computer and Software Literacy: MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint competency), SAP.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data management tools.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally.

Benefits
HMO.

Application Closing Date
15th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: hrpace@pacenigeria.com and copy: stakeholder.recruitment@ncdmb.gov.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates should apply.