Construction Advisor III at Prime Atlantic Cegelec Nigeria (PACE)

Job Summary

• To provides strategic and expert-level support for the planning, execution, and completion of major capital projects. This role ensures construction activities align with project objectives, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Serving as a key member of the Project Team, the Construction Advisor drives construction excellence by developing strategies, overseeing field operations, and facilitating integration between engineering, operations, and execution teams. This position plays a critical role in mitigating construction risks, improving efficiency, and ensuring successful project delivery across all phases.

Job Details

Job Duties/ Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Main tasks will include but are not limited to the following:

• Champion and promote a robust safety culture, ensuring all construction activities are executed in compliance with safety protocols and industry regulations.
• Formulate construction execution strategies and detailed plans to support timely and efficient project implementation.
• Provide expert construction input during early project phases, including concept screening, contractor strategy evaluation, and project planning.
• Offer core construction expertise and technical consultation to project teams and functional groups throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct and lead vulnerability and risk assessments, recommending practical mitigation measures.
• Develop and improve tools, systems, and processes that enhance construction planning, monitoring, and execution efficiency.
• Provide input to organizational structure and construction team staffing plans, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
• Serve as a key member of the Project Team and represent the Construction function in cross-functional and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Provide oversight and coordination for Operated by Others (OBO) projects, as required by leadership.
• Support contractor supervision, evaluate performance, and ensure alignment with safety and quality expectations.
• Create and maintain an action list of key project issues, facilitating proactive resolution and adherence to project timelines.
• Promote continuous improvement by encouraging constructive feedback, professional development, and adherence to company values and work processes.
• Lead or support construction team participation in project reviews, technical audits, and ensure implementation of corrective actions.
• Participate in internal and external reporting, contributing presentations and updates as necessary.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with applicable codes, regulations, and company standards.
• Manage construction interfaces effectively across engineering, operations, sub-projects, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL&PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Education Qualification:    

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related technical discipline.

Professional Qualification:    

• Nil  

Experience    

• 10 Years >