General Manager, Operations

General Manager, Operations

Locations: Abuja (FCT) & Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Strategy:

• Develop and implement the company’s technical strategy aligned with overall business objectives.
• Provide expert direction on engineering design, procurement, and construction and commissioning for EPC projects.
• Lead innovation, technology adoption, and continuous improvement initiatives across all technical operations.

Project Management & Execution:

• Oversee the bidding, negotiation, and submission of EPC tenders and technical proposals
• Lead end-to-end EPC contracts (design, procurement, construction, commissioning).
• Ensure projects are delivered within scope, budget, schedule, and quality requirements and standards.
• Oversee contract administration, risk management, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Manpower Sourcing and Deployment:

• Direct the recruitment, training, certification, and deployment of technical personnel.
• Maintain competency management frameworks that meet client and industry requirements.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering reliable manpower solutions.

CNG Refueling & Conversion Operations:

• Provide leadership for the setup, operation, optimization, and expansion of the company’s CNG refueling stations.
• Oversee CNG vehicle conversion operations, ensuring adherence to global and national safety standards.
• Ensure efficient, safe, and environmentally compliant operations.
• Drive technical innovation and expansion in the company’s CNG business line.

Engineering, Procurement, and Supply Chain:

• Supervise multi-disciplinary engineering teams delivering FEED, detailed design, and technical studies.
• Oversee procurement strategy, vendor qualification, and supply chain management.
• Ensure technical specifications, quality standards, and timely delivery of equipment and services.

Business Development & Acquisition:

• Lead contributions to the technical aspects of business development, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Identify new opportunities within oil & gas operations and EPC services.
• Support partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures to strengthen market positioning in collaboration with commercial and business development teams.
• Represent the company in client engagements, industry forums, and technical engagements.
• Ensure technical-commercial alignment that improves win rates for tenders and contracts.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire multi-disciplinary technical teams.
• Maintain productive relationships with clients, regulators, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Provide regular performance, reports, and recommendations to the Board.

Governance, HSE & Compliance:

• Enforce compliance with HSE QA/QC, and international standards (API, ASME, ISO, NUPRC, NMDPRA, SON, etc.).
• Implement risk management and technical governance frameworks.
• Champion a strong culture of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number and value of contracts successfully won and delivered.
• Timely, cost-effective project completion.
• Client satisfaction and retention levels.
• Compliance with HSE, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Effective manpower utilization and deployment.
• Contribution to revenue growth and profitability.
• Development and retention of technical talent within the company.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Petroleum, Civil, or related discipline). A master’s degree, or MBA, or an equivalent advanced qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum of12 years of experiencein EPC project delivery, technical operations, or in the oil & gas sector, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven track record intechnical leadership, business development, and project acquisitionacross manpower supply, engineering, procurement, and construction services.
• Strong knowledge of oil & gas industry codes, standards, and regulations (local and international).
• Professional certifications (e.g., COREN, PMP, CEng) are highly desirable.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong technical leadership and project management skills.
• Business development acumen with the ability to secure new contracts within the oil & gas industry.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Strong HSE, quality, and regulatory compliance orientation.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and develop technical teams.

Application Closing Date

18th June, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@itekaintegrated.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.