Construction Manager at Desicon Engineering Limited

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all construction activities for plant modification projects, ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, cost, and safety requirements.
• Develop and implement construction execution plans, method statements, and work packs tailored to brownfield/plant modification environments.
• Coordinate site activities to avoid disruption of ongoing production operations.
• Supervise contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel, ensuring adherence to project standards and HSE policies.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, isometrics, and technical specifications.
• Manage site logistics, work permits, and access requirements in collaboration with plant operations.
• Monitor progress and prepare reports on productivity, performance, and risks.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, client specifications, and industry codes.
• Conduct daily/weekly site inspections and toolbox talks to reinforce safety culture.
• Coordinate with the engineering, procurement, QA/QC, and commissioning teams for smooth handover.
• Identify construction risks in brownfield operations and develop mitigation strategies.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., COREN, PMP, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in construction management, with at least 5 years in oil & gas/plant modification projects.
• Strong knowledge of brownfield/retrofit construction, piping, structural steel, mechanical, and electrical works.
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD, etc.).
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong HSE awareness and ability to drive compliance on site.

Key Competencies

• Leadership & team coordination
• Brownfield/plant modification expertise
• Risk assessment & SIMOPS management
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Effective stakeholder communication
• Safety-first mindset

Work Conditions

• Site-based role in Bonny Island.
• Must be able to work in a high-risk industrial environment with strict HSE compliance.