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Construction Manager
The Startup Place Limited
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 2 months ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
This vacancy presents a chance to join a leading organization.
Position Overview:
- We are seeking a highly skilled Construction Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects from inception through completion.
- The Construction Manager will ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, while maintaining high quality and safety standards.
- Lead project planning: define scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budget.
- Develop detailed project schedules; coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
- Monitor project progress and adjust plans as needed; ensure adherence to project specifications and quality standards.
- Manage procurement of materials, tools, equipment; negotiate contracts with subcontractors and vendors.
- Conduct regular site inspections; ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and company policies.
- Oversee site staffing, assigning tasks, supervising field personnel and subcontractors.
- Liaise with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders; provide regular updates, resolve issues or changes.
- Manage project costs, tracking expenditures versus budget; prepare forecasts and reports.
- Identify risks, propose mitigation, ensure contingency plans are in place.
- Ensure documentation is complete: permits, contracts, change orders, daily reports, inspections, site diaries.
- Promote continuous improvement: suggest improvements in processes, methods, technologies to increase efficiency, safety, and quality.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or related fields.
- Proven experience (typically 2+ years) as a Construction Manager or similar role, preferably in [residential / commercial / industrial / infrastructure] construction.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, building codes, and regulations.
- Excellent project management skills; ability to plan, delegate, coordinate, and monitor multiple tasks.
- Solid budgeting, cost control, procurement, and contract negotiation experience.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Procore) and Microsoft Office suite.
- Strong attention to detail, quality orientation, and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with safety protocols and environmental regulations; certification in safety training is a plus.