Senior Project Manager (EPC Projects) Job at UnoCasa Limited

UnoCasa is a full service Human Resources Consultancy business with focus on Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development and Consultancy services. Our raison d’etre is the notion that your people are your advantage and proffer people-centric solutions to ensure your team accomplish your business goals.

We are not your run of the mill HR Company, we believe in team diversity and teamwork; we believe that the workplace should have an ambience that inspires productivity of the team; and the application of technologies to enhance efficiency. We know that every business is unique and tailor HR solutions to your organisation’s needs. Our clients are in various sectors not limited to engineering, education, health oil & gas, government, media, finance, retail, lifestyle, consultancy firms and services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Senior Project Manager (EPC Projects)
Job Location: As Assigned (Project Site / Head Office), Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Function: Project Execution
Department: Operations / Project Delivery
Reports to: Project Director

Job Summary

• The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects. 
• The role involves managing cross-functional teams, ensuring project milestones are met, maintaining client satisfaction, and enforcing quality, safety, and financial targets. 
• The Senior Project Manager ensures alignment with the company’s strategic goals, while delivering projects on time, within scope, and budget.

Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Initiation:

• Lead project scope development and define deliverables, milestones, and schedules.
• Coordinate project kickoff meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project execution plans (PEPs), risk registers, and resource plans.

Project Execution & Control:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of project teams across engineering, procurement, and construction functions.
• Monitor project progress using KPIs and ensure corrective actions are taken to address delays or risks.
• Coordinate with internal departments (QA/QC, HSE, Procurement, etc.) to ensure full compliance and integration.
• Supervise subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to ensure project deliverables align with specifications.

Financial Oversight:

• Prepare and manage project budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure financial performance aligns with project expectations, including cash flow and profitability.
• Approve expenditures and validate contractor or vendor payments.

Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for client communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, regulators, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure timely submission of project reports and documentation to all stakeholders.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Provide technical and managerial leadership to project engineers, coordinators, and field staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct project debriefs, lessons-learned reviews, and mentor junior staff.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• % of projects delivered on time and within budget
• Client satisfaction rating per project
• % adherence to safety and QA/QC standards
• Number of NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) per project
• Cost variance and schedule performance index (SPI/CPI)
• Team productivity and retention within project execution

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 8–10 years post-graduation experience in EPC project management, with at least 4 years in a senior project role.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or other relevant certifications preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record managing large-scale infrastructure or oil & gas construction projects.
• Excellent command of MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar project scheduling tools.