Construction Manager

Role Overview

The Construction Manager will oversee the planning coordination and execution of all construction activities for the companys projects. The ideal candidate is a results-driven professional with strong technical expertise and proven experience leading large-scale building projects particularly in the hospitality or commercial real estate sector.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Mobilization

• Translate architectural and engineering designs into executable construction plans.
  
• Develop a comprehensive work program including timelines manpower allocation equipment deployment and procurement schedules.
  
• Oversee mobilization and setup of site facilities ensuring utilities access and logistics are in place before works begin.
  

2. Site & Construction Management

• Direct and coordinate daily site operations ensuring strict adherence to approved drawings specifications and standards.
  
• Supervise contractors subcontractors and site personnel to maintain workflow efficiency and productivity.
  
• Monitor construction sequencing to avoid clashes delays or rework.
  

3. Budgeting Cost Control & Procurement

• Prepare and monitor project budgets cash flow forecasts and cost plans.
  
• Approve requisitions and validate contractor invoices against actual progress and contract terms.
  
• Coordinate procurement of materials and equipment ensuring timely delivery and compliance with specifications.
  

4. Quality Assurance & Technical Oversight

• Implement and enforce a robust quality control system including site inspections material testing and mock-ups where necessary.
  
• Ensure construction methods align with international best practices local building codes and brand/owner design standards.
  
• Resolve technical issues promptly liaising with consultants and engineers to approve solutions.
  

5. Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) Compliance

• Lead and enforce a zero-incident safety culture across the project.
  
• Ensure all staff and subcontractors follow occupational health and safety procedures.
  
• Oversee site audits toolbox talks and risk assessments.
  

6. Stakeholder & Contract Management

• Maintain effective working relationships with architects engineers consultants regulatory agencies and brand representatives.
  
• Administer contracts manage claims and handle disputes in collaboration with legal and compliance teams.
  
• Ensure all statutory permits licenses and approvals are obtained and up to date.
  

7. Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Track construction progress against milestones and deliverables implementing recovery strategies when delays occur.
  
• Provide management with weekly and monthly reports covering progress risks costs and corrective measures.
  
• Present status updates to stakeholders including project sponsors and financiers.
  

8. Risk & Issue Management

• Identify potential risks related to cost schedule or design conflicts early.
  
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to minimize project disruption.
  
• Maintain a project risk register and escalate critical issues when necessary.
  

9. Handover & Close-Out

• Ensure successful commissioning snagging and handover of completed works to operations.
  
• Oversee preparation of as-built drawings O&M manuals and warranty documentation.
  
• Lead post-construction reviews to capture lessons learned for future projects.
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management Architecture or a related field (Masters degree is an advantage).
  
• Professional certifications (e.g. COREN PMP RICS or equivalent) are highly desirable.
  
• Minimum of 810 years experience in construction management with at least 3 large-scale projects completed in a leadership role.
  
• Proven track record managing hotel resort or commercial property projects is strongly preferred.
  
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies building codes and HSE best practices.
  
• Excellent leadership problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
  

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package (aligned with experience)
  
• Performance-based incentives
  
• Welfare and bMSenefits
  
• Opportunity to lead a landmark hospitality project in Nigeria
  
• Supportive and professional work environment with growth opportunities