Construction Manager

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Uyo - Nigeria

profile Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 7 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for the effective planning coordination and execution of all on-site construction activities ensuring that the project is delivered safely on schedule within budget and in full compliance with approved designs specifications quality standards and regulatory requirements. The role serves as the principal site execution authority translating project plans into structured construction activities while coordinating multiple contractors disciplines and stakeholders to achieve seamless delivery from groundwork through commissioning and handover.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Planning and Execution
  • Plan organize and manage day-to-day site construction activities across all disciplines (civil structural architectural MEP finishes and specialist installations).
  • Develop detailed construction execution strategies aligned with the approved Project Execution Plan and master schedule.
  • Coordinate site mobilization logistics planning access routes work sequencing and temporary works.
  • Ensure works are executed in strict accordance with approved drawings technical specifications method statements and construction programs.
  • Drive productivity and ensure construction outputs meet daily weekly and monthly targets.
Technical Management and Coordination
  • Interpret construction drawings specifications and technical documents to guide execution teams.
  • Identify constructability challenges design conflicts and sequencing risks early and implement solutions.
  • Coordinate technical interfaces between civil structural architectural MEP and specialist contractors.
  • Review and approve method statements work procedures and inspection and test plans (ITPs).
  • Liaise closely with consultants design teams and project engineers to resolve technical queries and RFIs
Schedule Cost and Resource Control
  • Take charge in monitoring and controlling construction schedules and milestone achievement.
  • Track daily progress against approved work programs and implement recovery actions where slippage occurs.
  • Apply critical path analysis to identify schedule risks and adjust resources accordingly.
  • Monitor actual progress against planned targets and recommend recovery actions for delays.
  • Liaise with Procurement Logistics and Engineering teams to align material and equipment delivery with planned activities.
  • Identify cost drivers inefficiencies and potential overruns and recommend corrective measures.
  • Support measurement of executed works and validation of quantities for progress reporting
Quality Assurance and HSE Compliance
  • Ensure construction works meet approved drawings specifications and QA/QC standards.
  • Ensure all site activities are conducted in accordance with approved risk assessments and method statements
  • Enforce strict compliance with HSE policies conducting toolbox talks and safety audits.
  • Coordinate inspections tests mock-ups and approvals with consultants and quality teams.
  • Enforce compliance with QA/QC standards on all inspections.
  • Ensure non-conformances are promptly addressed and closed.
  • Drive a right-first-time culture to minimize rework and defects on construction and finishing works.
Resource and Materials Management
  • Monitor and control usage of materials tools and equipment to minimize waste.
  • Coordinate with Procurement and Logistics to ensure timely delivery of materials.
  • Maintain an accurate inventory of site materials and assets.
  • Coordinate timely delivery and efficient use of materials equipment and manpower.
  • Implement contingency measures in case of delays weather disruptions or design variations.
Contractor and Subcontractor Management
  • Manage and coordinate subcontractors to ensure adherence to scope schedule quality and safety requirements.
  • Chair daily coordination meetings and weekly site progress meetings.
  • Monitor subcontractor performance and enforce corrective actions where required.
  • Ensure subcontractors maintain adequate manpower equipment and supervision on site.
Stakeholder Communication and Reporting
  • Serve as the primary on-site coordination point between the Project Director site teams subcontractors and consultants.
  • Maintain good relationships with consultants vendors and community stakeholders.
  • Handle conflicts and grievances professionally to ensure site harmony.
  • Provide clear accurate daily weekly and monthly progress updates to project leadership.
  • Escalate risks delays and technical challenges promptly with proposed solutions.
Documentation and Records Management
  • Ensure accurate daily site records including manpower logs equipment usage weather reports and progress diaries.
  • Maintain records of inspections approvals and as-built information.
  • Support proper documentation for handover commissioning and close-out activities.
Team Leadership and Development
  • Lead mentor and supervise site engineers supervisors foremen and construction staff.
  • Set clear performance expectations and promote accountability on site.
  • Foster teamwork discipline and professional conduct across the workforce.
  • Support skills development and knowledge transfer within the site team


Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or related discipline.
  • Minimum 15 years experience in construction execution roles with at least 5 years as a Construction Manager or Senior Site Manager.
  • Proven experience delivering large-scale projects such as hospitals high-rise buildings or major infrastructure works.
  • Strong understanding of construction methodologies sequencing and site logistics.
  • Experience managing multiple subcontractors and large multidisciplinary site teams.
Skills and Competencies
  • Strong leadership and on-site decision-making ability.
  • Excellent technical knowledge of construction works and drawings.
  • High attention to detail with strong quality orientation.
  • Ability to manage complex site operations under schedule pressure.
  • Strong communication coordination and reporting skills.
  • High integrity accountability and safety-driven mindset.

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to play a key leadership role in the delivery of a landmark construction project executed to international standards. The Construction Manager will operate in a structured professionally governed project environment with clear authority strong support systems and the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on a high-profile development.

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