PROJECT MANAGER AT ARDOVA PLC | PROJECT MANAGER JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Ardova Plc is a Nigerian leading indigenous and integrated energy company involved in the distribution of petroleum products. With an extensive network of over 450 retail outlets in Nigeria and significant storage facilities in Apapa, Lagos and Onne, Rivers State, we procure and distribute petrol (PMS), diesel (AGO), kerosene (DPK) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Our services also involve the manufacturing and distribution of a wide range of quality lubricants from our oil blending plant in Apapa, Lagos. These lubricants include: Super V, Visco 2000 and Diesel Motor Oil. We are also the sole authorised distributor of Shell branded Helix Engine Oils in Nigeria.

Job Description:

AP Renewables is seeking a strategic and operationally rigorous Project Manager – O&M to lead the post-installation lifecycle of our solar and hybrid energy portfolio. While installation is the beginning, O&M is the heartbeat of our business; your mission is to ensure that every asset—from residential setups to massive C&I plants—delivers maximum energy yield and zero unscheduled downtime.

You will architect the preventive and corrective maintenance frameworks that safeguard our clients' investments. This role requires a blend of technical diagnostics, sophisticated vendor governance, and financial stewardship. If you are a veteran project manager with a deep understanding of Huawei Fusion Solar platforms and a commitment to SLA precision, we want you to lead our nationwide maintenance operations.

Requirements:

1. Asset Performance & Monitoring Strategy

• O&M Lifecycle Leadership: Design and execute a nationwide O&M strategy focused on high asset uptime, technical compliance, and the extension of equipment lifecycles.

• Proactive Diagnostics: Oversee remote monitoring systems to perform real-time diagnostics and troubleshooting, ensuring major corrective interventions are triggered before system failure.

• KPI Governance: Monitor and report on critical metrics including System Availability (Uptime), Mean Time to Repair (MTTR), and First-Time Fix Rates.

2. Field Operations & Vendor Governance

• Contractor Management: Supervise an ecosystem of field engineers, technicians, and third-party service vendors, ensuring all work meets AP Renewables’ technical and quality standards.

• HSE Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) protocols across all maintenance sites to ensure zero-harm operations.

• Preventive Frameworks: Develop and manage scheduled maintenance plans that minimize degradation and optimize the performance of batteries and solar arrays.

3. Financial Stewardship & Stakeholder Success

• Budget & Resource Control: Manage the O&M budget with a focus on cost optimization, resource planning, and forecasting future maintenance expenditures.

• Customer Success: Drive stakeholder engagement through transparent performance reporting and proactive communication, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and contract renewals.

• Process Optimization: Use data-driven insights from platforms like Power BI or Trello to continuously strengthen operational processes and scale the asset management department.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: Minimum of a Second Class Lower Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Renewable Energy Engineering.

• Experience: Minimum of 8 years in renewable energy project delivery, with a heavy emphasis on O&M and field supervision.

• Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI, Project Management tools (Trello/MS Project), and OEM monitoring platforms (e.g., Huawei Fusion Solar).

Certifications (Highly Desirable)

• PMP or PRINCE2 certification.

• Huawei Fusion Solar or relevant OEM technical certifications.

• MSc / MBA in Engineering or Business Management.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Planning: Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across geographically dispersed locations.

• Financial Acumen: Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, and operational cost control.

• Leadership: Exceptional interpersonal skills to coordinate complex contractor networks and lead field teams.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

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