Building Construction Supervisor at Presco Plc

Presco is a fully-integrated agro-industrial establishment with oil palm plantations, palm oil mill, palm kernel crushing plant and vegetable oil refining and fractionation plant. It also has an olein and stearin packaging plant and a biogas plant to treat its palm oil mill effluent. It is the first of its kind in West Africa

Presco specialises in the cultivation of oil palm and in the extraction, refining and fractionation of crude palm oil into finished products. Presco supplies specialty fats and oils of outstanding quality to customer specifications and assures a reliability of supply of its products year round. This is made possible by the integrated nature of the company’s production process. Presco is the Nigerian market leader for specialty fats and oils. 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Building Construction Supervisor

Location: Nigeria
Department / Section: General Service / Building

Job Purpose

• Responsible for managing and supervising all aspects of a construction project, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, quality control, and safety.
• They work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure that construction projects are completed successfully, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities
Project Planning and Scheduling:

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and project managers to develop project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Create construction timelines, milestones, and deadlines to ensure timely project completion.

Supervision and Management:

• Oversee and direct on-site construction activities, including subcontractor coordination, material procurement, and labour management.
• Ensure that all work is performed according to approved plans and specifications.

Quality Control:

• Implement and enforce quality control measures to maintain construction standards and meet or exceed client expectations.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks at various stages of construction.

Safety Compliance:

• Promote and enforce strict safety standards and practices at the construction site.
• Conduct safety meetings, inspections, and audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards.

Budget and Cost Management:

• Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and control costs to ensure adherence to financial plans.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and work to optimize project profitability.

Subcontractor and Vendor Coordination:

• Select, hire, and manage subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring they meet project requirements and deadlines.
• Negotiate contracts, evaluate performance, and resolve disputes as needed.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate project documentation, including daily reports, progress reports, change orders, and as-built drawings.
• Provide regular progress updates and reports to project stakeholders.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal building codes, regulations, and permits.
• Obtain necessary permits and approvals for construction activities.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and motivate construction teams, including foremen, laborers, and subcontractors, to achieve project goals.
• Provide guidance, training, and performance evaluations for on-site personnel.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Any other responsibility that may be assigned from time to time by General Service/Civil work Manager

Job Specification

• Bachelor's Degree / HND in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or any related field.

Additional Qualification:

• Several years of experience in construction supervision or management.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and safety practices.
• Excellent project management skills, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in construction management software and tools.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Construction Manager, OSHA certification) may be preferred or required.

Basic Skill:

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work at construction sites, which may involve exposure to outdoor conditions, noise, and physical demands such as standing, walking, and climbing.

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2023.