Project Manager (Interior Architect) at Owens & Xley Consults

Owens and Xley is a Small Business Advisory and Consulting Company in Lagos, Nigeria. Our services include of Small Business Startup and Set up, Business Plan preparation, Business Process Design and Business Strategy Formulation.

We know the role good planning plays in any business and its associated costs; and the initial capital challenges faced by a small business which is why we have developed solutions which ensure that small business owners have access to technical skills but at a fraction of the cost.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Manager (Interior Architect)

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Project Manager/Interior Architect will coordinate and oversee the project life cycle of facilities related projects and will manage projects from conception through construction and completion.
• The Project Manager/Interior Architect is responsible for managing design-related categories and will be the lead designer on some assigned projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage design related categories including flooring, tiling, painting, plumbing and electrical fixtures.
• Oversee the architectural design and construction efforts.
• Conduct market research, facilitate design review and build planning meetings.
• Approve design specifications and develop purchase justifications for materials where necessary.
• Report to the Managing Director on site activities including schedule, design & delivery.
• Ensure that the projects are carried out within budget schedule and quality expectation.
• Ensure deliverables are prepared to satisfy the project requirements, cost & schedule.
• Review drawings, project submittals, etc for document compliance; documenting code review and compliance; communicating and coordinating with management, and clients.
• Develop strategies to elevate the capabilities of the Production/Project team.
• Co-ordinate with clients and internal department for quotations and negotiation.
• Conduct weekly meeting with consultants /project team to establish constant communication on updates of all projects and other important announcements.
• Lead the operation team in the retail, offices.
• Maintain the working & safety procedure.
• Handle project submission and interior work processes.
• Coordinate sub-contractor and workers for the renovation work to final hand over to client.
• Maintain and establish close relations with clients and provide feedback to them.

Academic Qualifications

• BA in Interior Architecture, Building Engineering (BEng) or Interior Design and three to five years’ experience in design and space

Professional Certifications:

• Expertise in layout, colour, lighting, materials selection, custom furniture and all installations.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3D Max, Illustrator or other design programs, eg. Photoshop, & project management programs, Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.

Experience:

• 5 years or more experience working in the field.
• Demonstrate fluency with basic residential and small-scale commercial building materials, details and construction techniques
• Proven working experience in interior architectural design (consultations, renovations, space planning, A&A & new constructions)

Competency and Skill Requirements Technical skills:

• At least 4 years of working experience, including leadership in renovations, planning, project management, and facilities management.
• Proficient in home, office interior and renovation.
• Able to multi-task, work under pressure, independent also to meet tight deadlines
• Hardworking, committed, good attitude, patient and responsible.
• Good team player with strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skill
• Candidates must have excellent graphic, written and verbal communication skills and possess a strong desire to excel and lead in a fast paced, challenging and client-focused environment.

Soft Skills:

• High level of attention to detail
• Excellent artistic ability
• Out of the box thinker
• Strong visualization skills.

Salary

• N180,000 - N250,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
19th April, 2022.