BNAG Construction Lead

JOB PURPOSE The Construction Lead is responsible for leading, coordinating and supervising all day-to-day site construction, installation, integration and mechanical completion activities associated with the IMA Brownfield Modification and Integration Works at the BNAG plant. The position covers construction readiness, multidisciplinary site execution, mechanical completion, punch-list close-out and handover to the Commissioning Team. The job holder represents CPY for construction matters and acts as the primary construction focal point towards the EPSCC Contractor, vendors, third parties and BNAG operator representatives. He/She ensures that all construction activities are performed safely and efficiently, in compliance with approved AFC Design,contractual, quality & safety requirements and construction procedure. A particular attention must be given to work performed within or close to existing operating facilities, including the management of SIMOPS, Permit to Work requirements, restricted site access, tie-ins, shutdown constraints, heavy lifting operations and protection of existing assets. ACTIVITIES Construction Management • Lead and coordinate all BNAG site construction activities on behalf of CPY. • Coordinate multidisciplinary construction activities, including civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, telecom and control-system works. • Review and challenge construction methods, job cards, lifting plans and execution sequences • Attend physically critical activities of fabrication and construction • Monitor contractor resources, productivity, performance and corrective actions • Ensure Quality and HSE surveillance/presence is adequate Planning and progress • Ensure that site activities are properly sequenced, planned and coordinated with the availability of engineering deliverables,materials, equipment and work fronts in compliance with the applicable SIMOPS and Permit to Work requirements. • Monitor daily and weekly progress against the approved schedule and look-ahead plans • Validate physical progress and provide accurate construction input to project reporting • Identify schedule deviations, constraints, interfaces risks, opportunities and propose corrective actions. • Participate in constructability reviews, site surveys and construction-readiness assessments. HSE & quality • Ensure strict adherence to H3SE rules on the site. • Ensure that risk assessment, safety talks, site inspections and controls for risk activities are implemented • Coordinate audits prior start of activities • Ensure compliance with quality requirements (inspections, ITP, management of non-conformities….) • Implement Stop Work Authority when required • Report any incident and non-conformance Contractor & Project Interface • Participate in daily and weekly coordination meetings. • Support Company and Contractor in resolution of technical challenges • Ensure strict alignment between construction and engineering • Follow up on technical deviations and contribute to Management of Change (MoC). Readiness, Commissioning and Handover • Coordinate readiness and execution of transportation, sequence assembly, and shut-down-related • Monitor and support each punch-item close-out and completion dossier • Assist handover to commissioning ACCOUNTABILITIES ▪ Safe execution of sites construction activities within the assigned scope ▪ Quality and integrity of installed Modules / Skids / Equipment / spools / Structures, civil works and E&I systems ▪ Effective control of Contractor performance ▪ AOC and mechanical completion milestones ▪ Validation of reports and supporting documents related to construction progress HSE OBJECTIVES • Lead by example: Adopt and demonstrate exemplary H3SE behavior, implement H3SE rules and requirements within his area of responsibility, and ensure they are followed by all his team members. • To adopt and demonstrate an exemplary behavior regarding the Company Ethics and “Code of Conduct” policy and to promote and enforce the Anti-Corruption Program within his team. • Familiarize self with TEPNG emergency procedures, carry out assigned responsibilities safely and report any incident, unsafe act, or operation • To verify that H3SE rules are understood and respected on the worksites (H3SE awareness) and to ensure safe working practices are used by Contractors along all phases of project through proactive approach (site tour management, HSE meetings, etc.) • Take steps to achieve the HSE objectives of the Project including Zero Accident objective • Nurture and maintain high level of safety culture within his team, contractors and subcontractors • Ensure all personnel under his/her supervision are well trained and aware of their HSE responsibilities with continuous monitoring. Reinforce or implement Stop Work Authority on project activities across the different yard • Support and enforce the HSE Project objectives and directives. Make safety suggestions, report any anomalies, unsafe acts or conditions observed. Requirements Professional Experience (number of years) : 15 Experience within project and construction management: (number of years) : 15 Construction engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification. Proven experience in brownfield modifications within operating process facilities, international EPC/EPCC/EPSCC projects, Fluent English required. Previous experience in Nigeria or West Africa is an advantage. Observations: Strong field leadership, clear communication, proactive problem-solving and ability to work in a multicultural environment