Business Unit: Construction & Infrastructure

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Reporting Line: Director, Projects & Engineering

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a results-driven and highly organized Project Manager (Construction) to lead the successful delivery of construction and infrastructure projects across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will coordinate project execution from pre-construction through completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, within budget, and according to approved specifications.

This role requires a strong balance of technical expertise, leadership capability, commercial awareness, and operational coordination.

Core Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Coordination

• Lead end-to-end execution of construction projects and site activities.
• Develop execution plans, work schedules, and project milestones.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, engineers, and site teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor construction progress and address delays or operational challenges proactively.
• Ensure all project deliverables align with approved designs and client expectations.

Site Management

• Supervise daily site operations and monitor workforce productivity.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure quality control and adherence to standards.
• Ensure effective utilization of construction materials, equipment, and resources.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, progress records, and site reports.

Financial & Cost Management

• Monitor project budgets and track expenditures against approved costs.
• Support procurement processes and contractor evaluations.
• Implement cost-control initiatives to improve project efficiency.
• Review project valuations, invoices, and financial reports.

Compliance, Risk & Safety

• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Identify operational and project risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Promote a strong safety culture across project sites.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with internal teams, consultants, clients, and regulatory authorities.
• Provide regular project updates and reports to management.
• Support project meetings, technical discussions, and operational reviews.
• Maintain positive working relationships with all project stakeholders.

Performance Indicators

The success of this role will be evaluated based on:

• Timely delivery of projects
• Budget adherence and cost efficiency
• Site safety compliance
• Quality of project execution
• Operational effectiveness
• Stakeholder satisfaction

Candidate Profile
Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building Technology, Architecture, or related discipline.

Professional Certification

• PMP, COREN, NSE, NIOB, NIQS, or related professional certification is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in construction project management.
• Proven experience managing residential, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and contractors is essential.

Required Competencies

• Technical Competencies
• Construction planning and execution
• Budgeting and cost control
• Contract administration
• Quality assurance and compliance
• Project scheduling and reporting
• Risk assessment and mitigation

Behavioral Competencies

• Leadership and accountability
• Strong organizational ability
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure

Tools & Systems

• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Construction reporting tools
• AutoCAD knowledge is an advantage

Work Environment

• Combination of office-based and site operations.
• Frequent travel to project locations may be required.
• Ability to work within demanding project timelines.

Application Notice

Only qualified candidates with relevant construction project management experience will be considered for the role.