Finishing Architect (Construction) at Dayola Property & Development Company

Dayola Property and Development Company was founded in 1999 and today has become one of the prime creators of quintessential homes and apartments in the business districts and newly developed areas of Lagos metropolis. Though incorporated in 2008, Dayola Property started business with Investment and Trade, while building relationships and experience that has been taken into property development.

In the residential market, the company has targeted the first-time homeowner and the investor looking for a value-for-money investments, and numerous complexes have been completed. These have either been sold under sectional title or retained as investment properties. Units in our investment portfolio become available for lease from time to time. The company is continuing to build for this category of buyer while at the same time entering into the affordable housing market – a marked contribution towards alleviating the severe shortage of housing.

We have primarily focused on developing affordable luxury homes through joint ventures and partnerships. Our portfolio has grown to encompass a wide range of home buyers’ delight, hospitality, commercial and recreational facilities that fits our client’s taste and desire.

Our Joint Ventures continue to be the core of Dayola Property investment structure; it is designed with the intent of pursuing the most reputable and productive acquisition and development opportunities, ensuring access to new real markets, provide increased capacity and access to greater resources which includes specialized hire, technology and finance.

Our priority is to be the premier developer of choice in Nigeria and sub Saharan region delivering sustainable earnings to our investors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finishing Architect (Construction)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Field: Real Estate / Construction

Job Description

• The Finishing Architect must have strong experience in Finishing. The Individual would be in charge of overseeing the timely and profitable completion of our Projects.
• The project architect would also ensure that the team is working effectively and keeping to schedule and budget. Participates in the conceptual development of a construction & Real Estate project of the company and oversee its organization, scheduling and implementation
• Supervise project design operations to ensure compliance with established specifications and standards
• Sign contracts and seal construction documents and payment applications
• Maintain project quality control by reviewing and making necessary adjustments on shop drawings
• Develop and implement policies for production of construction documents, architectural designs, and procedures for construction
• Carry out cost estimates to determine the budget required for project materials, equipment, and labor
• Handle administrative and non-technical functions while working on small scale projects
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of architectural project procedures and standards
• Motivate and mentor the project design and development team to ensure timely and effective completion of projects
• Prepare, develop, and adjust project models, diagrams alongside a project manager
• Prepare construction documents to contain building code requirements, floor plans, and elevation
• Present periodic reports to clients to update them on the progress of a project.
• Monitor and control project through administrative direction of on-site foremen to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget.
• Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
• Represent company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings.
• Work with contract administrator to manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the customer.

Required Qualifications:

• Qualification: M.Arch
• At least 10 years post graduate practical experience in construction, project management or with a strong experience in Finishing.
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients
• Organizational skills with the ability to identify and manage priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task and work both in a team and independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Application Closing Date
4th April, 2021