• Application Deadline:
• Position: Construction Project Engineer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate



• Experience 5 - 10 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Engineering / Technical 
  
  

Role Summary

• As a Construction Project Manager, you will be the primary lead responsible for the end-to-end delivery of high-value construction projects. You will oversee strategic planning, financial management, and operational execution to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest engineering standards. This role requires a leader with extensive technical expertise, a proven track record in Nigerian construction standards, and the ability to manage complex multi-disciplinary teams and high-level stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Strategic Planning

• Direct the development of comprehensive project execution plans, master schedules, and resource allocation strategies.


• Establish project milestones and critical paths to ensure seamless execution across all phases.


• Lead project kick-off meetings and provide high-level direction to site engineering teams.

Financial & Cost Management

• Take full ownership of the project budget, including cost forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.


• Approve major procurement orders and validate Bill of Quantities (BOQ) accuracy to prevent budget overruns.


• Manage contract variations and negotiate with vendors to optimize project profitability.

Quality Assurance & Technical Oversight

• Ensure all project activities strictly adhere to National Building Codes, engineering standards, and Ucalux quality benchmarks.


• Review and sign off on major technical submissions, structural drawings, and material specifications.


• Conduct high-level site audits to verify that "as-built" progress matches approved designs.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Serve as the primary liaison between the client, consultants (Architects, Structural Engineers), and regulatory authorities.


• Manage the selection and performance of subcontractors, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and timelines.


• Facilitate executive-level progress meetings and project briefings.

Risk, HSE & Change Management

• Perform comprehensive risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for large-scale engineering projects.


• Enforce a "Zero Tolerance" safety culture, ensuring strict compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) protocols on site.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Project Schedule Compliance: ≥ 95% of project milestones achieved within the baseline timeline.


• Budget & Cost Control: Variance between planned budget and actual project cost kept ≤ 3%.


• HSE & Safety Compliance: Zero (0) Lost Time Injuries (LTI) and zero safety violations due to management oversight.


• Quality Compliance Rate: Zero (0) major non-conformities identified during external or regulatory inspections.


• Technical Turnaround: Approval of RFI and drawing revisions within 48 hours to prevent site delays.

Requirements

• Education: BSc or HND in Civil Engineering or a related field.


• Experience: 5–10 years of verifiable experience in construction project management.


• Strong report writing and knowledged of contract (like JCT) is required


• Certifications: Professional certifications (e.g., COREN, PMP, NIQS, or NIOB) are a significant advantage


• Soft Skill: Good Communication Skill and Client interface


• Location: Ability to work from the Head Office and various project sites.