General Manager (Engineering) Job at Alan & Grant

Alan & Grant - Our client is a hospitality conglomerate based in Nigeria with diverse business interests including restaurants, catering, snack food manufacturing, hotels, cinemas, and real estate development.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: General Manager (Engineering)

Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• The General Manager - Engineering is responsible for overseeing the Sourcing & Execution of Engineering Projects. Ensures efficiency, safety, and compliance within the organization.
• This leadership role involves managing engineering teams, optimizing operational performance, and aligning engineering initiatives with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to achieve operational goals and engineering excellence.
• Collaborate with senior management to align engineering operations with the company’s vision and objectives.
• Oversee day-to-day engineering and operational activities, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) to optimize performance and maintain compliance.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular performance reports to senior leadership
• Lead, mentor, and manage multidisciplinary engineering and operations teams.
• Build a high-performing team culture focused on collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Plan, execute, and oversee engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Manage risks, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Develop and manage the annual budget for engineering operations.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and resource optimization.
• Ensure all projects and operations are financially viable and align with organizational goals

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related field). Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 10–15 years of experience in engineering and operations, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of successfully managing engineering teams, delivering complex projects, and scaling engineering operations
• Ability to navigate and manage cross-functional relationships in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.