Dangote Group

Manufacturing

Project Manager

Job details

Contract Type

Description

Qualification and Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or another relevant technical discipline
  • Minimum of 14 years’ proven experience in project management roles
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification is an added advantage
  • Strong proficiency in project management tools and software
  • Demonstrated experience leading large, cross‑functional teams
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Prior experience working within FMCG or manufacturing environments is an added advantage
Responsibilities

Project Management

  • Plan, execute, monitor, and close projects in line with approved timelines, scope, and budgets.
  • Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with key stakeholders.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans covering resources, costs, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Track project progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions to ensure successful delivery.

Team Leadership & Management

  • Lead, motivate, and coordinate cross‑functional and multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Foster a collaborative, innovative, and performance‑driven team culture.
  • Support professional development, knowledge sharing, and capability building within project teams.

Stakeholder Management

  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders on project objectives, progress, risks, and issues.
  • Build and sustain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and project partners.
  • Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with project outcomes.

Risk & Change Management

  • Identify, analyze, and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Implement proactive mitigation strategies to minimize project delays and disruptions.
  • Escalate critical risks and issues appropriately and recommend effective solutions.

Quality Assurance

  • Establish, monitor, and enforce quality standards for all project deliverables.
  • Conduct regular project reviews and audits to ensure compliance with quality benchmarks and best practices.

Budget & Cost Control

  • Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring efficient use of financial and operational resources.
  • Monitor project costs, forecasts, and expenditures, ensuring alignment with approved budgets.
  • Implement cost-control measures to optimize resource utilization and achieve financial targets.

Documentation & Reporting

  • Ensure comprehensive and accurate project documentation, including plans, schedules, risk logs, and reports.
  • Prepare and present regular status updates and post-project reports to management and stakeholders.

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