Construction Manager
Job Summary
We are looking to hire a construction manager to primarily manage an ongoing commercial construction project to completion in Ibeju Lekki. The candidate should possess relevant years of experience in the construction sector.
- Minimum Qualification: HND
- Experience Level: Mid level
- Experience Length: 5 years
Job Description/Requirements
Planning:
- Oversee construction projects from beginning to end
- Incharge of the day-to-day running of projects on site
- Develop cost-effective plans and schedules for completion of projects following a logical pattern for utilization of resources
- Manage budgets and estimate costs
- Allocate and manage resources, equipment, manpower, and materials to ensure that they are available when they are needed throughout the construction projects
- Interpret and implement technical drawings provided for the construction
- Track changes in plans or constructions
- Assist Procurement & Logistics team with local material sourcing & procurement in conjunction with the design team
Supervision & Monitoring
Supervise the project managers, assistant managers, construction engineers, and site supervisors to review their reports, checks on any reported difficulties, and correct any safety violations or other reported deficiencies.
Conduct site checks to monitor progress and quality standards
Supervise and coordinate work of subcontractors working on various phases of projects to plan interfacing elements
Collaborate with engineers, architects, and key team members of the project team
Identify engineering problems and ensure the most appropriate solutions are provided
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes
Evaluate risks
Handle any environmental or local community issues that may come up during a project
Reporting:
Plan material and labor force requirements on-site on a weekly basis one week ahead of time
Attend all construction-related meetings and weekly overview meetings at head office
Oversee the preparation of bi-weekly progress reports regarding job status for all stakeholders
Negotiate with external vendors on contract agreements
Obtain the appropriate permits and licenses from authorities for construction sites
Required Skills & Background
- Minimum HND or BSc in Civil Engineering or related field
- COREN Certified
- Previous experience (minimum 5 years) in this field in a leadership role with strong and proven leadership skills
- Can construct a large property from end to end
- Experience in the construction of commercial properties
- Good spoken and written English language and able to document and deliver reports accurately
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office Suite – Word, Excel, Project
- Familiar with construction and project management software programs
- Excellent knowledge of relevant rules and regulations as well as quality standards and human resources
- Excellent knowledge of construction materials and equipment to improve efficiency
- Highly organized
- Conflict resolution and conflict management experience
- Excellent time management ability
- Able to multitask with a strong understanding of core manager duties
- Excellent communication skills and interpersonal abilities, including negotiation skills
Desirable
- Living in the Ibeju Lekki Axis
- Must have a laptop
- Has a car and can drive
- certification in Health & Safety Standards