What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Manager, Engineering position at 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.
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.
