Project Controls Lead III at Prime Atlantic Cegelec Nigeria (PACE)

Job Summary

• To lead and implement comprehensive project control systems and processes across major capital projects, ensuring accurate estimation, cost control, scheduling, progress tracking, and change management. The role is pivotal in supporting the Project Management Team by providing insights that drive timely, cost-efficient, and quality project execution aligned with organizational objectives.

Job Details

Job Duties/ Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

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

• Provide expert leadership in project cost estimation, budget control, schedule planning, and management of change processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop, implement, and manage a robust Project Controls Plan and Management of Change (MOC) Plan.
• Ensure timely collection, analysis, and reporting of cost and schedule data, driving informed project decisions.
• Lead and oversee the creation of Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS), Original and Current Control Budgets (OCB & CCB), and Project Master Schedule.
• Coordinate monthly cost and schedule stewardship reviews, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Interface with internal stakeholders (Controllers, Planners, Engineers) and external parties (Contractors, JV Partners) for effective controls governance.
• Administer quality assurance of contractor controls systems and validate progress, cost, and schedule forecasts.
• Support gate reviews, advance commitment approvals, and full funding milestones through preparation of robust cost and schedule packages.
• Guide and mentor junior project controls engineers and planners, fostering continuous improvement.
• Drive capital efficiency opportunities by identifying project vulnerabilities and cost-saving initiatives.
• Respond to ad hoc analytical requests from Project Management, ensuring clarity and accuracy of reports.
• Ensure contractor deliverables (e.g., payment schedules, progress reports, change proposals) meet performance standards and are aligned with project controls strategies.
• Oversee the implementation of SAP systems for budgeting and cost control where applicable.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL&PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Education Qualification:    

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field. A master’s degree is an advantage.

Professional Qualification:    

• Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, AACE CCP, Primavera certifications)

Experience    

• 10 Years >