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Job Title: Project Manager – Electrical / Mechanical (Treatment Plant Rehabilitation & Expansion)
Location: Abuja
Job Type Full time
Industry Engineering
Job Summary
- We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering background to lead the rehabilitation and expansion of water treatment plants.
- The ideal candidate must have successfully managed similar treatment plant upgrade or expansion projects, including experience on donor-funded, NGO-sponsored, or government infrastructure projects.
- The role requires strong technical expertise in electromechanical systems, leadership capabilities, stakeholder coordination, and strict compliance with regulatory and donor requirements.
- The position involves frequent travel within Nigeria for site supervision and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution:
- Lead the end-to-end rehabilitation and expansion of water treatment plant facilities.
- Develop project schedules, budgets, work plans, and resource allocation strategies.
- Oversee plant upgrade activities including installation, testing, and commissioning.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Technical Oversight (Electrical/Mechanical):
- Provide technical leadership on electromechanical components including pumps, motors, switchgear, transformers, MCC panels, generators, SCADA systems, pipelines, and treatment equipment.
- Review and approve engineering drawings, technical specifications, BOQs, and contractor submissions.
- Oversee installation, alignment, calibration, and commissioning of plant equipment.
- Ensure integration of new systems with existing infrastructure during expansion of works.
Construction Supervision & Quality Assurance:
- Supervise contractors and technical teams during plant rehabilitation.
- Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards and manufacturer specifications.
- Conduct inspections, performance testing, and commissioning procedures.
- Enforce health, safety, and environmental compliance standards.
Stakeholder & Donor Management:
- Serve as the primary liaison with government agencies, donor organizations, consultants, and contractors.
- Prepare and present technical progress reports, financial updates, and risk assessments.
- Coordinate audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
- Ensure adherence to donor safeguard policies and procurement guidelines.
Risk & Compliance Management:
- Identify and mitigate technical and operational risks.
- Manage contract performance and change orders.
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian regulatory standards and funding agency requirements.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Experience:
- BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in electrical/mechanical engineering, including substantial experience managing water or waste water treatment plant rehabilitation, upgrade, or expansion projects.
- Demonstrated experience handling donor-funded, NGO-sponsored, or government infrastructure projects is mandatory.
Professional Certification (Compulsory):
- Registered with COREN (Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria) – Mandatory.
- Active member of NSE (Nigerian Society of Engineers) – Mandatory.
- PMP, PRINCE2, or other project management certification is an added advantage.
Technical Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of water treatment processes and plant operations.
- Experience with pumps, motors, control panels, instrumentation, SCADA, and power distribution systems.
- Familiarity with rehabilitation of aging infrastructure and system integration.
- Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Primavera).
- Understanding of Nigerian electrical regulations and international standards.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong leadership and coordination skills.
- Excellent technical problem-solving ability.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Results-oriented with the ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
- Willingness to travel within Nigeria.
Other Requirements:
- Willingness to relocate to project locations in Niger State or Plateau State as required.
Salary
N600,000 - N800,000 / Month (Commensurate with experience).
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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