OSP Project Lead at MainOne

MainOne is a leading provider of innovative telecom services and network solutions for businesses in West Africa. Our world-class infrastructure enhances the productivity and profitability of our customers. Since its launch in 2010, MainOne has developed a reputation for highly reliable services to become the preferred provider of wholesale Internet services to major telecom operators, ISPs, government agencies, large enterprises, and educational institutions in West Africa MainOne’s world class submarine cable system running down the coast of West Africa, state of the art IP NGN network, growing regional and metro terrestrial fiber optic networks, and data center facilities enable broadband services for businesses needing critical connectivity solutions in West Africa. Our network is interconnected and peers with leading operators and internet exchanges worldwide to provide global reach to our customers.

Responsibilities

• The OSP Project Manager, Fiber will assist with the completion of assigned complex and/or long term Outside Plant Fiber engineering and construction projects including budgetary, resourcing and scheduling requirements.
• He or she will be responsible for the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closure of projects within MainOne. The position is accountable for service delivery on-time and on-budget.

Other responsibilities include to:

• Ensure the agreed project management methods, standards and processes are maintained throughout the project
• Define clearly the project
• Create and defend project
• Prepare and manage project plans and implementation schedules using MS Project and other suitable software.
• Provide the executives with ad hoc and periodic Project environmental reports specifically to do with project costs, lessons learnt and risks
• Responsible for the implementation of current product portfolio and new products.
• Manage planning and implementation teams and external contractors during project execution.
• Co-ordinate the production of all reports and produce project summary reports.
• Hold regular meetings with all stakeholders on project
• Produces Project reports for customer and internal
• Control the project implementation process
• Develop and support effective communication mechanisms between the project teams and the rest of the
• Develop and maintain the project library, filing, recording and reporting systems.
• Assist with equipment & material ordering and payment of vendor/ contractor
• Create and distribute weekly reports communicating project status, successes, challenges and risks.
• Hold monthly site meetings with the Contractors.
• Sign off on milestones to allow invoice processing and payments.
• Distribute notification letters to residents of project location/streets at least a week before project civil works commences.
• Effectively monitor projects to ensure contractor compliance with design scope (approved quantity), program of work (agreed resource/time) and work method (approved quality).
• Proper studies of project award documents (Design Plan, BOM, Splice Plan, Link Budget Calculator, and HLDesc) immediately after you receive project assignment order.
• Facilitate meeting with Estate Manager & Contractor to agree on work method before Estate civil works commences. Also ensure Estate Manager notifies residents about the project before civil works starts.
• Variations to design and scope plans MUST be escalated back to the office and approved before they are implemented on site.
• Actively participate in the audit exercise of completed projects and ensure project snags are cleared within agreed timeframe.
• Provide support to the engineering team where necessary and as defined by the Head of Projects or your Team Lead
• Ensure project kick off meeting happens no more than 48hrs after project is assigned to you and that contractor submits program of work immediately after.
• Escalate unavailable materials to your Team Lead for immediate procurement action.
• Accurate & Timely red-line drawing submission

Qualifications & Skills                                            

• A first degree- B.Eng./B.Sc/HND/B.Tech Electrical Engineering required.
• At least 10 years post National Service work experience (NYSC is mandatory)
• At least five (5) years’ experience in Optical Fiber Cable project management
• PMP or Prince2 project management methodology
• Knowledge of major fiber routes across Nigeria will be added advantage.
• Certifications in Fiber Optic Cabling, CCNA and A+ will be an added advantage.
• Certifications in HSE Grade III will be an added advantage.

Competencies

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite
• Outstanding Process and Systems Documentation
• Attention to Detail, Highly Organised, Presentation & Communication Skills
• Team Oriented, Relationship builder and Leadership
• High Tolerance for Stress
• Problem Management (analysis and resolution)
• Customer Service Orientation
• High level of Integrity
• Time and Priority Management Skills.
• People Management, Negotiation & analytical skills.
• Proficient use of Fiber test tools e.g. OTDR, power meter & Light source, VFL.
• Proficient in the use of design software e.g. AutoCAD, Visio, etc
• Excellent people skills and street smart.
• Demonstrates independent ownership and management of tasks.
• Strong level of professionalism in dealing with highly confidential information
• Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications for financial reporting and project management.

Demands of the Job

• Travelling required
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability & Willingness to work long hours & meet deadlines
• Execellent people skills & street smart
• Demonstrates independent ownership & management of tasks
• Strong level of professionalism in dealing with highly confidential inf

Method of Application