• Application Deadline:
• Position: OSP Project Lead


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 10 years


• Location Abia , Akwa Ibom , Rivers


• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  

Responsibilities

• The OSP Project Manager, Fiber will assist with the completion of assigned complex and/or long term Outside Plant Fiber engineering and construction projects including budgetary, resourcing and scheduling requirements.


• He or she will be responsible for the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closure of projects within MainOne. The position is accountable for service delivery on-time and on-budget.

Other responsibilities include to:

• Ensure the agreed project management methods, standards and processes are maintained throughout the project


• Define clearly the project


• Create and defend project


• Prepare and manage project plans and implementation schedules using MS Project and other suitable software.


• Provide the executives with ad hoc and periodic Project environmental reports specifically to do with project costs, lessons learnt and risks


• Responsible for the implementation of current product portfolio and new products.


• Manage planning and implementation teams and external contractors during project execution.


• Co-ordinate the production of all reports and produce project summary reports.


• Hold regular meetings with all stakeholders on project


• Produces Project reports for customer and internal


• Control the project implementation process


• Develop and support effective communication mechanisms between the project teams and the rest of the


• Develop and maintain the project library, filing, recording and reporting systems.


• Assist with equipment & material ordering and payment of vendor/ contractor


• Create and distribute weekly reports communicating project status, successes, challenges and risks.


• Hold monthly site meetings with the Contractors.


• Sign off on milestones to allow invoice processing and payments.


• Distribute notification letters to residents of project location/streets at least a week before project civil works commences.


• Effectively monitor projects to ensure contractor compliance with design scope (approved quantity), program of work (agreed resource/time) and work method (approved quality).


• Proper studies of project award documents (Design Plan, BOM, Splice Plan, Link Budget Calculator, and HLDesc) immediately after you receive project assignment order.


• Facilitate meeting with Estate Manager & Contractor to agree on work method before Estate civil works commences. Also ensure Estate Manager notifies residents about the project before civil works starts.


• Variations to design and scope plans MUST be escalated back to the office and approved before they are implemented on site.


• Actively participate in the audit exercise of completed projects and ensure project snags are cleared within agreed timeframe.


• Provide support to the engineering team where necessary and as defined by the Head of Projects or your Team Lead


• Ensure project kick off meeting happens no more than 48hrs after project is assigned to you and that contractor submits program of work immediately after.


• Escalate unavailable materials to your Team Lead for immediate procurement action.


• Accurate & Timely red-line drawing submission

Qualifications & Skills                                            

• A first degree- B.Eng./B.Sc/HND/B.Tech Electrical Engineering required.


• At least 10 years post National Service work experience (NYSC is mandatory)


• At least five (5) years’ experience in Optical Fiber Cable project management


• PMP or Prince2 project management methodology


• Knowledge of major fiber routes across Nigeria will be added advantage.


• Certifications in Fiber Optic Cabling, CCNA and A+ will be an added advantage.


• Certifications in HSE Grade III will be an added advantage.

Competencies

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite


• Outstanding Process and Systems Documentation


• Attention to Detail, Highly Organised, Presentation & Communication Skills


• Team Oriented, Relationship builder and Leadership


• High Tolerance for Stress


• Problem Management (analysis and resolution)


• Customer Service Orientation


• High level of Integrity


• Time and Priority Management Skills.


• People Management, Negotiation & analytical skills.


• Proficient use of Fiber test tools e.g. OTDR, power meter & Light source, VFL.


• Proficient in the use of design software e.g. AutoCAD, Visio, etc


• Excellent people skills and street smart.


• Demonstrates independent ownership and management of tasks.


• Strong level of professionalism in dealing with highly confidential information


• Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications for financial reporting and project management.

Demands of the Job

• Travelling required


• Ability to work under minimal supervision


• Ability & Willingness to work long hours & meet deadlines


• Execellent people skills & street smart


• Demonstrates independent ownership & management of tasks


• Strong level of professionalism in dealing with highly confidential inf