• Application Deadline:
• Position: Operations Lead


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 4 - 5 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Administration / Secretarial 
  

About the job

• Our client is a leading engineering company with interest in engineering, oil & gas and construction.


• They currently have an opening for an operations lead to be based in Abuja, Nigeria.


• As the Operations lead, you oversee all operational activities, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Your role involves managing office operations, coordinating remote teams, and providing strategic direction. With a proactive mindset and attention to detail, you drive operational efficiency and foster a collaborative organizational culture.

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION:

Employee Management for Efficiency and Productivity:

• Lead and oversee a diverse team of employees, including project managers, engineers, and support staff, ensuring high levels of performance, collaboration, and accountability.


• Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to enhance employee skills, competencies, and job satisfaction.

Strategic Operational Management:

• Develop and implement strategic plans, policies, and procedures to optimize operational efficiency, resource utilization, and project delivery outcomes.


• Oversee all operational activities, including project planning, execution, procurement, quality control, and risk management, aligning efforts with project milestones, budgets, and client expectations.

Resource Allocation and Optimization:

• Effectively allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, materials, and subcontractors, to support project requirements and maximize operational productivity.


• Implement resource optimization strategies to minimize costs, reduce waste, and enhance profitability while maintaining rigorous standards of quality and safety.

Quality Assurance and Compliance:

• Establish and enforce rigorous quality control processes, safety protocols, and regulatory


• compliance measures to ensure adherence to industry standards, specifications, and legal requirements.


• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and assessments to identify areas for improvement, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous quality enhancement initiatives.

Stakeholder Management and Communication:

• Serve as the primary liaison between the organization, clients, consultants, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders, cultivating positive relationships, resolving conflicts, and addressing concerns.


• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing timely updates, progress reports, and performance metrics to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.

Strategic Planning and Business Development:

• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and execute strategic plans, business objectives, and growth initiatives aimed at expanding market presence, increasing revenue, and driving organizational success.


• Identify emerging market trends, opportunities, and client needs to inform business development strategies, marketing initiatives, and long-term business planning efforts.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics, and reporting mechanisms to monitor operational performance, track progress, and evaluate the effectiveness of operational strategies and initiatives.


• Prepare comprehensive reports, analyses, and presentations for executive leadership, board of directors, and stakeholders, providing actionable insights, recommendations, and strategic guidance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field (master’s degree preferred).


• Proven experience (4-5 years) in a senior operations management role within the engineering and construction industry, demonstrating a track record of successful project delivery, team leadership, and operational excellence.


• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and empower cross-functional teams to achieve common goals and objectives.


• Deep knowledge of engineering and construction principles, methodologies, and best practices, with a focus on quality assurance, safety, and regulatory compliance.


• Proficiency in project management software, construction management tools, and industry-specific technologies.


• Strategic thinker with analytical prowess, problem-solving abilities, and decision-making skills to drive organizational growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Desirable pointers:

• Exceptional management and organizational skills with sound attention to detail.


• Career-minded.


• Discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive information.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.


• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative.


• Adaptability and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.


• Commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.


• Knowledge of the construction, engineering, oil & gas, building services, facilities management, and design consultancy sectors.


• Resides within FCT, Abuja.