Operations & Business Development Manager – Oil & Gas

Oinova Limited - Job Posting

Oinova Limited - Our client, an oil & gas company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operations & Business Development Manager – Oil & Gas

Location: Lekki, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• Lead operations and business development for a growing oil and gas company in Nigeria.
• Build the systems and team needed to deliver contracts safely and profitably, develop client relationships and new opportunities, and guide work from bid through execution and closeout.
• This hands-on role combines field delivery, commercial judgment, and support for company growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Build practical operating procedures, reporting systems, resource plans, and performance measures that can scale as the company grows.

• 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 relevant 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 applicable 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; work with Finance on invoicing, receivables, cost control, and profitability.

• Recruit, coach, and manage operational and technical staff; define accountabilities and build 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.

• Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a relevant technical or business discipline.

• Someone who is willing to learn and grow with the company.

• Experience in Nigerian oil and gas business development, client engagement, tendering, proposals, and commercial negotiations.

• Sound knowledge of Nigeria’s oil and gas market, contracting environment, and applicable HSE, regulatory, and Nigerian Content obligations.

• Ability to build teams and processes in an early-stage or growing business, work across office and field settings, and travel within Nigeria as required.

Application Closing Date

Not Specified.