The company PONTICELLI NIGERIA, a subsidiary of the Ponticelli Frères Group, is recruiting as part of its projects. 

Would you like to develop your experience as a Solarization Project Manager (M/F)  specialized in the Energy field,  specifically in solar electrical engineering. And help transform the world as part of a family-owned group that works to provide people with what they will always need: energy, health, water, food and security, while sincerely respecting the planet and its employees?

We invite you to join us on a technical support contract. The position is based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

The Solarization Project Manager (M/F) will work in a major energy project is based in Nigeria :

Construction of a 5 MWp PV Plant with 3 x 2.2 MWh Battery Containers, integrated into a 6.6 kV system.
The system is designed to operate alongside an existing Gas Turbine Plant, reducing fuel consumption and providing backup in case of turbine failure.
Construction is currently 90% complete, with outstanding activities including installation and final connections of the MV step-up substation, delivery station, battery PCS, control systems, and connection to the main station.
Remaining project duration: 3 months (1 month installation + 2 months commissioning).
 

The position we are offering involves the following main responsibilities:

SITE MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION

• plan and supervise construction teams (up to 40 workers during installation, 20 during commissioning);
• coordinate suppliers and service providers, ensuring smooth interface between different scopes;
• act as the main liaison between site and office teams (Design Office, HQ, Suppliers).

COMMISSIONING & TECHNICAL OVERSIGHT

• review and implement commissioning procedures and plans;
• prepare and oversee supplier interventions for commissioning activities;
• ensure compliance with contractual requirements and technical specifications.

REPORTING & ADMINISTRATION

• provide daily reporting on progress, challenges, and KPIs (HSE, QA/QC);
• deliver weekly/monthly reports for internal stakeholders and the client;
• manage financial follow-up, invoicing, and project schedule updates;
• track administrative tasks (Permit to Work, downtime, non-conformities).

CLIENT & STAKEHOLDER INTERFACE

• serve as focal point for communication with the client (PNL);
• manage handover process after successful commissioning and performance testing.