Ashford & McGuire Consulting is a firm focused on delivering distinct value to their clients while consistently redefining the consulting market space. Ashford & McGuire Consulting is currently recruiting for:

(i) Our Client is an architecture and planning consultant and wishes to fill the position of a Director of Building Services Engineering.

Job Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

• Responsible for hiring, training & retention of professional staff
• Responsible for professional development/career growth of all staff
• Responsible for the technical quality & completeness of engineering design drawings & specifications
• Responsible for the quality control/assurance of services engineering contracting and building construction
• Responsible for implementation and monitoring of policies & procedures for the engineering practice.

Requirements:

• B.Engr (Electrical or Mechanical)
• M.Engr (Electrical or Mechanical)will be an added advantage
• Must be COREN registered
• Foreign professional qualification a plus
• Applicant must be between the ages of 35-45 with a minimum of 10 years experience at Project Management level in an Elect/Mech Consulting firm

(ii) Our Client is an end-to-end service integration company to the petroleum industry in Nigeria diversifying in to E-Commerce and wishes for qualified candidates to fill the following positions:

• Application Engineer

Job Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

• Provides support for the in-house Applications
• Liaising extensively with PSL Staff
• Creating logical and innovative solutions to complex problems;
• Working closely with developers and a variety of end users to ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction;
• Ensuring that budgets are adhered to and deadlines met;
• Drawing up a testing schedule for the complete system;
• Planning and working flexibly to a deadline;
• Writing user manuals;
• Providing training to users of a new system;
• Keeping up to date with technical as well as industry sector developments.
• Install and test new versions of the database management system (DBMS);
• Commissioning and installation of new applications

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field
• A minimum of 3 years of high level cum hands on experience in an enterprise IT

           environment dealing with systems distributed over multiple sites

• Strong technical skills with the ability to address a wide range of problems including: - software and database management.
• Strong skills in minimizing ‘down time’ and providing efficient and reliable resources.
• Excellent skills in protecting the security & stability of PSL’s Application packages at all times
• Configuration Management, performance management, quality management and risk management.
• Good working knowledge of SQL.
• System Integration
• Flexible in managing and responding to on-call responsibilities.
• Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously and effectively
• Strong team interaction, support and leadership skills.
• Good project  execution and management skills

(iii) Business Process Manager

Job Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

• Managing a Business Process Management (BPM) implementation project through project planning, tracking and rollout
• Working with key business stakeholders to define and drive technology for the project lifecycle
• Coordinating development, testing, support teams and business analysts in project delivery
• Managing project dependencies, risks and resources across different development teams and different geographical regions
• Defining and cultivating practices and procedures that promote excellent communication and standards across a global team
• Developing project team members, investing in individual strengths and interests while increasing the overall capability of the organization
• Leverage process improvement techniques to perform analyses of Quality Systems and Records and Information processes, policies and systems and identify opportunities for enhancements in efficiencies that will further corporate objectives.
• Proactively develop process improvement solutions and make recommendations to management with the goal of increasing accuracy and optimizing system resources.
• Define, analyze and measure information to develop recommendations for improvements and controls of operational processes using business cases with options and recommendations.
• Design and track Quality Systems metrics to develop a shared understanding of key operational performance drivers and trends.
• Design and implement advanced metrics and reporting, including regular management reports, spreadsheet models and ad-hoc queries.
• Explore and expand the use of technology to drive Quality and Records processes.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in science or engineering discipline/technical background e.g. Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years post-graduation experience with 1-2 of those years in a similar position.
• Possession of an MBA from a recognized university is an added advantage.
• Must be an experienced ICT professional with general knowledge of IT solutions
• Must have a good understanding of the outsourcing model
• Must possess strong project management, resource management and risk management/mitigation competencies
• Must have a good understanding of finance concepts/financial management
• Must possess strong leadership, team interaction and support skills
• Must possess good organizational and time management skills
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must possess the ability to interact with people – both staff and customers alike
• Must have good documentation skills
• Must possess excellent multi-tasking and problem solving skills
• Must be discernibly honest and of consistent upright character.
• Must possess mentoring and coaching skills
• Must be a good team player

(iv) Head, Information Technology

Job Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

• Responsible for recommending and establishing appropriate IT systems and processes for the company and evaluating deployed technology to ensure compatibility and effectiveness.
• Provide direction in addressing a wide range of problems involving network architecture; hardware and software; server administration; wireless networking; and information management.
• Responsible for developing cohesive and homogenous IT structure for PSL
• Responsible for managing and maintaining PSL IT unit
• Responsible for the implementation of the various aspects of PSL’s ICT Architecture
• Administration of all ICT Infrastructure
• Vendor(s)/Service provider management
• Monitor outsourced company IT Processes (if any)
• Responsible for developing policies and procedures for IT acquisition and utilization.
• Responsible for monitoring and managing systems- gateway devices (routers, switches, firewalls and WAN systems) and the server systems (the network server, e-mail server, ISA server and database) for the company
• Responsible for managing the disaster recovery process

• Responsible for managing IT support functions and reviewing/recommending appropriate alternative system options

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years of high level cum hands on experience in an enterprise IT environment dealing with systems distributed over multiple sites
• Possession of at least one of the following professional certifications, MCSE, CCNA/P, CCDA/P, etc. will be an added advantage
• Strong technical skills with the ability to address a wide range of problems including: - network architecture; hardware and software; server administration; wireless networking; and information management.
• Demonstrated competence in the management of a wide range of transmission and networking systems
• Strong skills in minimizing ‘down time’ and providing efficient and reliable resources.
• Excellent skills in protecting the security & stability of PSL’s IT systems at all times
• Demonstrated experience in streamlining and automating IT tasks such as network monitoring, helpdesk functions, or computer deployment
• Configuration Management, network management, performance management, quality management and risk management.
• System Integration
• System Security
• Demonstrated competence in the following software environments: Windows 2003 Server, Windows 2000 Server, Windows XP Professional, Window Vista, SQL Server 2005,Veritas Backup Exec, Exchange 2003, etc
• Experience in monitoring and managing network using appropriate network administration tools.
• Flexible in managing and responding to on-call responsibilities.
• Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously and effectively
• Strong team interaction, support and leadership skills.
• Good project execution and management skills
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(v)National Operations Manager

Job Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

• Responsible for supervision and assurance of appropriate programme management at the project management level
• Responsible for on-time mobilization of manpower and materials to project sites.
• Responsible for supervision and control on budgets for each project, outsourcing and services contracts
• Responsible for delivering projects within stipulated budgets, specifications, safety standards and timelines.
• Responsible for delivering outsourcing & services contracts within stipulated budgets and service level agreements.
• Responsible for development & execution of SOWs and SLAs within stipulated projects, support & service contracts approved commercials and scope. SOW-Statement of Work ; SLA - Service Level Agreements
• Responsible for supervision and control on coordinating , collating and submission of all customer project documentation and post implementation submissions and obtain project sign off or completion certificate  
• Responsible for trigger (upon project sign off) of the project invoicing process which can then be taken over by the customer Account manager and credit/collection officer.
• Responsible for all post implementation support, outsourced support and renewed support services execution  
• Ensure that the team works in concert with all business units particularly with the technology and services and business development and strategy divisions to effectively understand project needs and requirements.
• Responsible for conceptualization and development of operational budgets, strategies, methodologies, goals and plan of action for the business unit
• Responsible for overseeing the growth of the unit and ensuring that team members are constantly updated in project management and that overall team development are in line with global best practices.
• Responsible for continuous transfer of skills and knowledge to team members
• Must ensure continuous development and improvement of processes within the unit to ensure optimum use of available human resources
• Ensuring that costs across the unit are reduced to the barest minimum.
• Responsible for appraising performance of subordinates based on set targets and KPI
• Managing and motivating team members/subordinates to ensure attainment of set targets

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in science or engineering discipline/technical background e.g. Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years post-graduation experience with 1-2 of those years in a similar position.
• Possession of professional certifications in project management e.g. Prince 2, PMP is mandatory.
• Possession of an MBA from a recognized university is an added advantage.
• Must be an experienced ICT professional with general knowledge of IT solutions
• Must have a good understanding of the outsourcing model
• Must possess strong resource management and risk management/mitigation competencies
• Must possess good contract interpretation skills
• Must be able to develop business cases, service level agreements and service delivery agreements (SLA, SDA)
• Must have a good understanding of finance concepts/financial management
• Must possess strong leadership, team interaction and support skills
• Must possess good organizational and time management skills
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must possess the ability to interact with people – both staff and customers alike
• Must have good documentation skills
• Must possess excellent multi-tasking and problem solving skills
• Must be discernibly honest and of consistent upright character.
• Must possess mentoring and coaching skills
• Must be a good team player

(vi)Network Engineer

Job Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

• Management of a local area network (LAN) and/or wide area network (WAN)
• Provide assistance to the network users.
• Management of network design and architecture and monitor network stability and activity,
• Oversee network security, troubleshooting and fixing network failures, schedules and execute backups, and preparation of data restoration/disaster recovery plans.
• Establish the needs of users and monitoring user access and security.

• Monitor performance and manage parameters to provide fast query responses to 'front end' users.
• Considering both 'back end' organisation of data and 'front end' accessibility for end users.
• Further refine the 'physical design' to meet system storage requirements.
• Control access permissions and privileges.
• Develop, manage and test backup and recovery plans.
• Ensure that storage, archiving, backup and recovery procedures are functioning correctly.
• Capacity planning.
• Work closely with IT project managers, database programmers and web developers.
• Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field
• A minimum of 3 years of high level cum hands on experience in an enterprise IT  environment dealing with systems distributed over multiple sites
• Strong technical skills with the ability to address a wide range of problems including: - network architecture; hardware and software; server administration; wireless networking; and information management.
• Demonstrated competence in the management of a wide range of transmission and networking systems
• Strong skills in minimizing ‘down time’ and providing efficient and reliable resources.
• Excellent skills in protecting the security & stability of PSL’s IT systems at all times
• Demonstrated experience in streamlining and automating IT tasks such as network monitoring, helpdesk functions, or computer deployment
• Configuration Management, network management, performance management, quality management and risk management.
• System Integration
• System Security
• Demonstrated competence in the following software environments: Windows 2003 Server, Windows 2000 Server, Windows XP Professional, Veritas Backup Exec, Exchange 2003, etc
• Experience in monitoring and managing network using appropriate network administration tools.
• Flexible in managing and responding to on-call responsibilities.
• Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously and effectively
• Strong team interaction, support and leadership skills.
• Good project  execution and management skills

(Vii)Project Manager

Job Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities:
Project Management

• Planning
• Plan projects in order to accomplish its goals within constraints such as time, cost and agreed quality standards
• Schedule tasks, deadlines and milestones for all stakeholders and resources
• Create Gantt charts in MS Project
• Create detailed chart of milestones for all parties
• Identify schedule uncertainties and risks for both client and PSL
• Develop schedule contingency plans
• Day-to-Day Management
• Run the operational aspect of a project and scope on a day-to-day basis
• Manage project scope and minimize risks, prepare and track project plans, resolve issues, manage estimates and schedules to ensure business deliverables are completely satisfied, on time and within budget
• Develop and manage continuous improvement of the project management methodology and governance strategy
• Coordinate designers, coders, programmers, other staff, service providers, and clients
• Identify and assemble resources and materials required to perform tasks and assign individual responsibilities
• Disseminate project information to team members through task and sub-tasks assignment based on requirements
• Coordinate communication between staff and third parties acting on behalf of the client
• Efficiently and competently manage problems when things go off plan (due to scope-creep, changed requirements, missed deadlines etc.) bring them back on plan or create a new plan with the assistance of key-stakeholders
• Intimately understand the requirements of the project and ensure that work proceeds on-spec
• Evaluate deliverables prepared by the team to make sure the work meets requirements before passing to clients and maintains a high level of quality and project standards
• Constantly monitor and report on the progress of a project to all stakeholders
• Work with all project stakeholders as needed to revise Scope as needs of the client/project evolve
• Evaluation & Reporting
• Track and report team hours and file expense reports
• Analyze project profitability
• Conduct performance evaluations
• Process
• Create, maintain & constantly look to improve project implementation processes
• Provide detailed explanations (written and graphical) of project processes
• Proposals
• Work directly with Financial Controller, and Head, Sales and Marketing to contribute wording, estimates, charts, samples etc. to proposals and also work with production team to come up with strategies to reduce project cost
• Closure
• Ensure project closure meeting takes place and all project related documents are store appropriately

Client Management

• Act as Account Manager for some clients; handle some Account Manager duties for other clients
• Schedule and attend meetings with clients
• Explain the technology in proposed solutions to Clients and others (where applicable)
• Articulate design rationale and functional strategy as it directly relates to accomplishing goals set out (where applicable). Must be done throughout the life of the project if new client or technical requirements necessitate new design or function strategy
• Present work to the client at milestones throughout the project life cycle
• Obtain, discuss and follow-through with feedback from client
• Work with client against scope creep and endeavour to keep project focused within scope
• Train clients on use of delivered work
• Investigate and answer clients’ questions
• Support & help trouble-shoot delivered work during project and post-project
• Ensure client expectations are met and exceeded in terms of quality of product and service delivered
• Provide soft-sales (up-selling opportunities) or articulate these opportunities to the appropriate channels

Project Accounting

• Tracks and reports team hours and expenses on a weekly basis.
• Manages project budget.
• Determines appropriate revenue recognition, ensures timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project.
• Follows up with clients, when necessary, regarding unpaid invoices.
• Analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization

General

• Keep current on new technologies as they relate to PSL business focus
• Create time estimates for work to be performed
• Custom online applications
• Shared Quality Assurance duties

Requirements:

• A good first degree in Engineering or any other related field and a Masters Degree in Project Management
• A minimum of 5 years of high level cum hands on experience in project management
• Possession of Prince 2 and any other project management professional certifications is an added advantage.
• Risk Management Experience
• A proven track record of successful project implementation in an eBusiness and or IT

       oriented environment.