Dangote Project and Operational Readiness Manager Jobs in Nigeria
Job Objective
To lead the end-to-end delivery of the production project, ensuring successful planning, procurement, installation, commissioning, and operational handover within approved scope, budget, timeline, quality, and safety standards.
The role will also oversee post-commissioning stabilization and performance improvement to ensure the project delivers its intended operational and business benefits.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage project plans, budgets, schedules, milestones, risks, and performance reports.
Coordinate procurement activities, vendor evaluation, contract discussions, equipment manufacturing, testing, shipment, and delivery.
Supervise site preparation, equipment installation, and civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and automation activities.
Ensure compliance with approved engineering specifications, quality standards, food-manufacturing requirements, and HSSE policies.
Manage project costs, contractor claims, supplier invoices, and cost-saving initiatives.
Lead equipment testing, commissioning, trial production, technical issue resolution, and final acceptance.
Coordinate employee training, change management, operational readiness, documentation, and handover to Operations and Maintenance teams.
Oversee post-commissioning stabilization and after-sales support to achieve production capacity, efficiency, quality, and cost targets.
Drive continuous improvement, equipment reliability, waste reduction, process optimization, and project-benefit realization.
Provide regular project and business-performance reports to Executive Management.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
Minimum of 8–10 years’ project management experience within engineering or manufacturing environments.
At least 5 years of experience leading capital equipment installation or factory expansion projects.
Demonstrated experience in equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and operational handover within FMCG, food
processing, manufacturing, or related industries.
PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is preferred.
COREN registration is desirable.
Key Competencies
Proficiency in project management tools and reporting platforms such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Power BI, and Advanced Excel.
Strong leadership, stakeholder management, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams, international suppliers, project risks, scope changes, and competing priorities.
Excellent communication, adaptability, resilience, and decision-making abilities.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Dangote Project and Operational Readiness Manager Jobs in Nigeria
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