Our Client is a multinational cement manufacturing giant with assets across the lenght and breath of Nigeria and Africa

The Site Mechanical Manager has the primary responsibility to provide technical support to the Project Manager on all mechanical and steel structure related activities of construction. Fulfill the duty of management and administration for all mechanical construction works in compliance with all applicable safety, mechanical and structural standards.Reporting on all mechanical and steel structure construction aspects to the Project Manager. Leads the mechanical team and organizes the duty roster.

Main tasks

Have a thorough knowledge of project mechanical and steel structural specifications and erection drawings.Regularly inspect the work in progress, noting deviations in quality, and monitor progress against work scheduled.Ensure that deviations in quality are documented and corrected to conform to project specifications.Ensure the steel structural and civil works are executed with problem free installation of the mechanical equipment. Ensure compliance with Client equipment and steel structural acceptance procedures and that work meets the project standard. Evaluate and approve schedules for mechanical and steel structural erection submitted by the contractors. Monitor contractor’s manpower levels in relation to accomplishing the tasks to be completed.Evaluate the erection activities and provide guidance in order to coordinate between mechanical, structural and electrical erection. Maintain current equipment and erection drawing records and ensure that contractor is working with the latest approved issue of drawings.Assist the Project Manager in the evaluation and resolution of construction claims.Prepare regular reports to the Project Manager on mechanical and steel structural erection activities that impact the project schedule, budget and scope (including project deviations).Verifies contractor’s statements, progress, quality reports, quantity survey, etc. for mechanical and steel structure works. Participates in the internal Site Team meetings and meetings with contractors’ site team. Help to ensure a safe, clean and thus efficient work environment in the construction areas.Develop good working relationships within the project team and with the operation team. Maintain close contact with the contractor's mechanical team and assists when necessary the contractor in all mechanical aspects.

University degree (Bachelor) in Mechanical Engineering. Language(s). Broad experience in cement plant construction with minimum 5 years as head of mechanical in construction. Hands-on knowledge of cost and schedule control tools. Recognized technical qualifications.Knowledge of cement plant operation. Practical knowledge regarding energy isolation.

Salary and Benefits 

• Pay/benefits are competitive based on industry standards