Operations & Business Development Manager

About this role

The employer is an oil and gas service company in Lagos seeking an Operations and Business Development Manager. The role covers leading both operations and business development to deliver contracts safely and profitably, from bid through execution and closeout. It involves building systems, managing the team, developing client relationships, and pursuing new opportunities. The position is hands-on, combining field delivery with commercial decision making and growth support. The candidate should be able to operate across office and field settings, including travel within Nigeria, and supervise staff to ensure safety, quality and client satisfaction.

What you would do

• Lead daily operations and contract delivery, coordinating personnel, equipment, materials, logistics, vendors and subcontractors to meet safety, quality, schedule, budget and client requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with operators, contractors, service companies, regulators, technical partners and other stakeholders; identify opportunities aligned with the company’s strategy.
• Manage the opportunity pipeline, including client engagement, prequalification, vendor registration, expressions of interest, tenders, proposals, pricing and contract negotiations.
• Assess opportunities for technical feasibility, capacity, execution risk, margin, cash flow and strategic fit before commitments are made.
• Oversee projects from award to handover: review scope and contract terms, plan mobilization and procurement, track progress and costs, manage changes and resolve client issues.
• Embed HSE and quality requirements in planning and execution, including risk assessments, permits, competency checks, incident reporting and compliance with Nigerian requirements and client standards.
• Develop supplier and subcontractor relationships; evaluate performance, negotiate terms and secure reliable supply for project delivery.
• Prepare operational budgets, forecasts and management reports; collaborate with Finance on invoicing, receivables, cost control and profitability.
• Recruit, coach and manage operational and technical staff; define accountabilities and foster a culture of safety, integrity, responsiveness and customer service.
• Advise the Managing Director on market developments, partnerships, new services and investment priorities; represent the company in client and industry forums.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a relevant technical or business discipline.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the company.
• Experience in Nigerian oil and gas business development, client engagement, tendering, proposals and commercial negotiations.
• Solid knowledge of Nigeria’s oil and gas market, contracting environment, and HSE, regulatory and Nigerian Content obligations.
• Ability to build teams and processes in an early-stage or growing business, and to work across office and field settings with travel within Nigeria.

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