Construction Lead – Oil & Gas at Worknigeria | Jobs in Nigeria

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Construction Lead – Oil & Gas

Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• A Construction Lead oversees and coordinates all on-site construction activities for our projects across Nigeria.
• The ideal candidate will ensure that projects are delivered safely on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Job Duties
Missions & Tasks:

• Lead and manage all phases of construction activities on EPC projects, including civil, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation works.
• Develop and implement construction execution plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Supervise site personnel, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure adherence to project specifications and safety standards.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to mitigate delays or cost overruns.
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian Content Development (NCDMB) regulations and local labor laws.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality audits to ensure workmanship meets company and client standards.
• Prepare and present progress reports, site documentation, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Promote a strong safety culture and enforce HSE policies and procedures on site.

Implement and enforce QHSE policy:

• Manage the Plant process defined as part of the ISO 9001 certification and carry out all the actions necessary for its optimization, for the conduct of internal / external audits.
• Respect and enforce the procedures defined in the quality process.
• In liaison with the Quality Department and HSE, ensure the maintenance and development of certifications with the organizations concerned.
• Ensure compliance with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) regulations and company safety policies.

Qualification & Requirements
Eucation Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or related field).
• COREN registration and membership in NSE or relevant professional body.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10years of construction management experience in the EPC industry, preferably in oil & gas projects.

Skills
Functional:

• Knowledge of Nigerian regulatory and environmental standards.
• Experience working with international EPC contractors or joint ventures.

Extra Skills

• Proficient in project management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project) and construction software (AutoCAD, Navisworks).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel and work in remote project locations across Nigeria.