Project Manager (Controls) (2 Openings) at an Undisclosed Company via Sisa Method – Abuja & Kogi

An undisclosed company is recruiting two Project Managers (Controls) through Sisa Method for the Ajaokuta Mini Project in Kogi State. The planned 7 MMscfd mini facility is under development, with site work under way and plant equipment manufactured in China in sea transit. First gas is targeted for April 2027, subject to readiness and approvals.

Job summary

Lead owner-side project execution across schedule, scope, cost, contractor performance and interfaces. Coordinate site works with delivery and installation of modular equipment and drive completion and commissioning readiness.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the integrated Level 2/3 project schedule, critical path, look-ahead plans and progress measurement rules.
• Prepare weekly dashboards and monthly reports on schedule variance, forecast completion, costs, cash flow, risks and recovery actions.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, site engineering, QA/QC, HSE and logistics through daily and weekly planning.
• Manage the equipment delivery-to-installation tracker with the Logistics and Customs Coordinator.
• Control budgets, commitments, variations, claims and contingency, and review contractor invoices against certified and measured work.
• Integrate quality and HSE hold points into schedules; lead constructability and simultaneous-operations reviews.
• Plan systemisation, mechanical completion, punch-listing and turnover, and support pre-start-up safety reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• At least seven years of project management or project controls experience in oil and gas, LNG, process plants or industrial construction.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 or MS Project and cost-control tools; PMP, PMI-SP or equivalent certification is an advantage.
• Owner-side or EPC experience, ideally including modular or skid-mounted plant installation.
• Strong contractor management, contract administration and change-control skills.
• Clear, evidence-based reporting, strong communication and willingness to escalate concerns early.

Workplace values

The project values accountability, responsibility, efficiency, teamwork and excellence, alongside execution discipline and early escalation of concerns.