Construction Manager at Kingfem Nigeria Limited

Job Description

• Reporting to the Project Manager and the Management Team, this job role involves overseeing all building project, supervising the construction stage of a new project, ordering construction materials, delegating tasks to a construction team and collaborating with subcontractors, working at the construction site, where they manage a team and check for quality and safety during the building process, plan, coordinate and manage every aspect of a building project from takeoff to delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Quality check activities of all stages of the projects.
• Overseeing and directing construction projects from startup to completion
• Reviewing the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs
• Overseeing all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations
• Coordinate and direct construction workers and subcontractors
• Select tools, materials and equipment and track inventory
• Meet contractual conditions of performance
• Review the work progress on daily basis
• Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status
• Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones
• Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licences
• Analyse, manage and mitigate risks
• Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

• First Degree in Building Technology (B.Tech) or any related field from a reputable institution
• At least 7 years post qualification experience in Building project management.
• Membership of Professional Body (COBON) is a MUST
• Industry Knowledge, Flexible Planning, Effective Communication, Organization, Risk Management, Negotiation, Financial Management, Micromanagement Avoidance Proven working experience in construction management Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards Leadership and people management skills
• Previous experience with a top flight Construction Company.
• Excellent time and project management skills
• Advanced Knowledge of computer skills with proficiency with Design tools.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain and enhance relationships with suppliers, contractors and staff in order to achieve project goals.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate academic qualifications: such as Masters in Building Technology from a top-flight school.
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture” Strong conflict and crisis management skills. Familiarity with construction management software packages
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of all facets of the construction process.
• Experience in construction of High-Rise Building will be an added advantage.