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We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head Of Project
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
- We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Head of Projects to lead and oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of construction and infrastructure projects across the organization.
- The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing project operations from initiation to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
- This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, stakeholder management, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the execution and delivery of construction and infrastructure projects across multiple sites
- Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation strategies
- Ensure projects are completed within approved timelines, scope, and budget
- Coordinate and supervise project teams, contractors, consultants, and site personnel
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior management
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, environmental, and quality standards
- Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Manage vendor and contractor performance to ensure service quality and efficiency
- Review project designs, specifications, and technical documentation
- Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement across project delivery processes
- Ensure effective communication and alignment among internal and external stakeholders
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in: Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Technology, Construction Management, Or related discipline
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in project management within construction, real estate, engineering, or infrastructure sectors
- At least 3 years of experience in a leadership or managerial capacity
- COREN certification is mandatory
- Proven experience managing large-scale or multiple construction projects
- Strong knowledge of project management principles, construction processes, and site operations
- Experience managing contractors, consultants, and cross-functional teams
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent project planning and execution capabilities
- Strong budgeting and cost control experience
- Effective stakeholder and contractor management
- Excellent communication and reporting skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- High attention to detail and quality standards
- Strong understanding of HSE and regulatory compliance requirements
Preferred Advantage:
- Candidates with PMP, PRINCE2, or other project management certifications will have an added advantage.
Ideal Industry Backgrounds:
Candidates from the following sectors are encouraged to apply:
- Construction
- Real Estate Development
- Engineering Services
- Infrastructure Development
- EPC Companies
- Property Development Firms.
Salary
N800,000 per month.
Application Closing Date
13th July, 2026
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