Project Manager at Hedgestone Nigeria

The ideal candidate shall oversee the overall coordination and supervision of a Pipeline Project, ensuring alignment with Client's objective. The Project Manager shall be directly responsible for the overall day-to-day management and successful execution of the project, including planning, executing, and closing the project within defined scope, budget, and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Oversee detailed planning of all project phases, such as engineering closeout, procurement, and construction methodology.
• Manage contract review and execution, and shall ensure the review and endorsement of comprehensive drawings, specifications, material requisitions, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with the Executive Management to finalize project objectives, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Oversee the tender process for subcontractors, ensuring adherence to procurement procedures and local content requirements. 
• Approve vendor selections, contract awards, and expediting plans for long-lead items
• Monitor the EPC Contractor’s adherence to the Construction Execution Plan, HSE protocols, and QA/QC standards. 
• Ensure rigorous supervision of all EPC Contractor's physical construction activities, verifying strict adherence to approved design specifications, safety standards, environmental regulations, and project timelines.
• Manage overall site operations, including preparation, access, logistics, and resource mobilization/demobilization.
• Ensure accurate measurement and verification of work progress for invoicing, and shall prepare and submit regular, detailed project performance reports to the Client.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum 15 years in oil/gas projects, with 10 years in lead management roles for pipelines
• Strong leadership in EPC project management (oil & gas pipelines preferred).
• Proficiency in contract administration, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Familiarity with API/ASME standards, Nigerian Content Laws, and HSE regulations.
• PMP/PRINCE2 certification 
• IOSH/NEBOSH (HSE) certification (optional).
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills