Project Planning Engineer - Poultry Facilities & Construction at Sayed Farms Limited

Sayed Farms Limited is specialized in poultry sector covering all its major aspects, and also in the distribution of frozen food in the Nigerian Market. Our line of frozen products has expanded to include the finest quality of chicken, potatoes, cheese, vegetables, seafood, and ice cream products in the market.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Planning Engineer - Poultry Facilities & Construction

Location: Ibadan Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• To plan, coordinate, and monitor construction and engineering projects across poultry facilities (feed mills, farms, hatcheries, and slaughterhouses), ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and compliance with quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Define project scope, milestones, deliverables, and timelines.
• Monitor project progress and update schedules regularly.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Project Coordination:

• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, contractors, and site teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Ensure alignment between project plans and operational requirements.
• Support site execution and resolve planning or scheduling conflicts.

Cost Control & Budgeting:

• Assist in preparing project budgets and cost estimates.
• Track project expenditures and control cost deviations.
• Prepare periodic cost reports, forecasts, and variance analysis.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly project progress reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation and records.
• Present progress updates and key insights to management.

Quality & Compliance:

• Ensure all construction activities comply with approved standards and specifications.
• Monitor quality of work at project sites.
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies and safety regulations.

Construction Scope (Poultry Industry):

• Feed mill construction and expansion
• Poultry farms (broiler, layer, and breeder houses)
• Hatcheries and incubation facilities
• Slaughterhouses and processing plants
• Utilities (boilers, refrigeration systems, water supply systems, and electrical networks)

Requirements
Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project planning and construction.
• Experience in industrial, agro-allied, or poultry-related projects is an added advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or MS Project.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning and scheduling techniques.
• Good understanding of cost control and project management principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.

Soft Skills:

• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Working Conditions:

• Work across multiple project sites and locations.
• Frequent travel between project locations.
• Combination of office-based planning and on-site supervision.

Application Closing Date
15th May, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Application Letters and CV along with passport photographs to: jobs@sayedfarms.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.