General Manager Projects - Downstream Oil and Gas

Posted: posted 10 days ago

Job Description

The Project General Manager shall be responsible for the site survey, planning, engineering coordination,estimating,costing,budgeting , execution, HSE,QAQC,billing,monitoring, and successful delivery of downstream oil & gas infrastructure and other industrial projects across a country in Africa in given time lines and budget.

 The role requires a highly experienced professional capable of managing multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors, consultants, procurement activities, project budgets, schedules, quality, safety, and stakeholder coordination from project inception through commissioning to handover.

The incumbent shall ensure that all projects are executed safely, within budget, on schedule, and in accordance with plans, applicable international standards, company procedures, and local statutory requirements.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering (Mandatory)
• Master’s Degree (M.E./M.Tech./MBA in Project Management) – Preferred
• Degree from a reputed engineering institution preferred.
• Project Management certification (PMP/PRINCE2 or equivalent) will be an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of CAD and MS project.

• 18-25 years of hands-on experience in the downstream oil & gas sector,infra,industrial and .
• At least 15 years in a Project Manager or Senior Project Engineer role.
• Experience working with reputed Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), EPC contractors, engineering consultants, or multinational organizations engaged in downstream petroleum infrastructure and industrial works.
• Proven experience in delivering multiple projects simultaneously.

The candidate should possess extensive experience in planning, engineering coordination, execution, commissioning, and project management of:

• Retail Fuel Stations/oil  and gas terminal/depots./manufacturing units
• Residential Buildings/Office Buildings
• Utility Infrastructure
• Allied Civil Infrastructure

Preference will be given to candidates having project exposure across African countries.

• Lead projects from concept to commissioning.
• Develop project execution strategies.
• Prepare project implementation plans.
• Establish project milestones and deliverables.
• Monitor project schedules using appropriate project management tools.
• Ensure timely completion of projects.

Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including:

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Instrumentation, automation & Control
• Process Engineering
• Architecture, venders, suppliers.
• Structural Engineering
• Fire Protection Engineering
• HSE Team

Review engineering deliverables for constructability and compliance.

• Overall ownership of project delivery.
• Monitor project progress.
• Review engineering deliverables.
• Identify project risks.
• Develop mitigation plans.
• Conduct weekly and monthly project reviews.
• Report project status to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with project objectives.

• Supervise construction activities.
• Monitor contractors.
• Verify work progress.
• Ensure adherence to specifications.
• Resolve site issues.
• Conduct progress meetings.
• Coordinate inspections.
• Ensure smooth commissioning.

Coordinate with:

• Engineering Department
• Procurement Department
• Finance Department
• Marketing Department
• Operations Team
• HSE Department
• Consultants
• Contractors
• Government Authorities
• Statutory Bodies
• Clients
• Chief Executive Officer
• Senior Management

Procurement & Material Management

• Review material specifications.
• Approve technical evaluations.
• Coordinate procurement schedules.
• Monitor material deliveries.
• Ensure timely availability of project materials.
• Control inventory for critical equipment.
• Minimize procurement delays.

• Review contractor contracts.
• Monitor contractor performance.
• Evaluate variations.
• Verify contractor bills.
• Approve work certifications.
• Resolve contractual issues.
• Manage claims.

• Prepare project budgets.
• Monitor expenditure.
• Control project costs.
• Forecast project cash flow.
• Review project financial performance.
• Recommend corrective actions.

Schedule Management

• Prepare detailed project schedules.
• Monitor critical activities.
• Track project progress.
• Identify delays.
• Implement recovery plans.
• Ensure milestone achievement.

• Implement Project Quality Assurance Plan (PQAP).
• Ensure adherence to Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Monitor construction quality.
• Conduct quality audits.
• Ensure compliance with international standards and company quality procedures.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure implementation of HSE policies.
• Promote safe working practices.
• Conduct safety reviews.
• Ensure statutory compliance.
• Minimize project risks.
• Lead incident investigations where required.

Lead multidisciplinary teams including:

• Engineers
• Site Engineers
• Supervisors
• Planning Engineers
• Quantity Surveyors
• QA/QC Engineers
• Safety Engineers
• Contractors
• Consultants

Develop high-performing teams through mentoring and effective resource management.

Knowledge of international design standards such as API, NFPA, ASME, ASTM, IEC, ISO, and relevant local regulations will be an advantage.

Working knowledge of:

• Microsoft Project
• Primavera P6
• Microsoft Office Suite
• AutoCAD
• ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Document Management Systems

• Excellent project leadership.
• Strong decision-making capability.
• Strategic planning skills.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management.
• Team-building capability.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Commercial awareness.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects.

• On-time project completion.
• Budget adherence.
• Safety performance.
• Quality compliance.
• Contractor performance.
• Engineering coordination efficiency.
• Procurement effectiveness.
• Cost savings achieved.
• Client satisfaction.
• Timely commissioning and handover.
• Effective resource utilization.
• Compliance with statutory requirements.

• High integrity and professional ethics.
• Self-driven and result-oriented.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Africa.
• Ability to work in multicultural environments.
• Strong leadership presence.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.