General Manager at Sujimoto Construction Limited

Role Overview

• The General Manager, Operations will serve as the operational backbone of the Sujimoto group. This is a critical leadership appointment for a seasoned executive who brings cross-industry expertise, sharp commercial instincts, and the ability to simultaneously manage complex, multi-subsidiary operations. The GM will be the GMD's principal executor of strategic priorities, translating vision into disciplined operational outcomes across every vertical under the Sujimoto umbrella.
• This role demands a leader who thrives in dynamic, fast-scaling environments, someone who can impose structure without stifling agility, command the respect of subsidiary heads, and make high-stakes decisions with confidence.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Operations Leadership:

• Serve as the primary operational lead across all Sujimoto subsidiaries, ensuring each business unit operates in alignment with group-wide strategic objectives.
• Develop and implement a unified operational framework that standardises processes, elevates service delivery, and drives efficiency across the conglomerate.
• Partner with the CEO to translate long-term business strategy into actionable operational roadmaps with measurable milestones.
• Conduct regular performance reviews of each subsidiary, identifying gaps, bottlenecks, and opportunities for growth or restructuring.

Multi-Subsidiary Management:

• Provide hands-on leadership and directional oversight to the General Managers and heads of departments within each subsidiary.
• Coordinate cross-subsidiary initiatives including shared services, resource allocation, joint procurement, and group-wide process improvement projects.
• Facilitate seamless communication and collaboration across business units to eliminate silos and align subsidiary goals with holding group priorities.

Financial Oversight & Performance Management:

• Oversee the operational budgets of all subsidiaries, ensuring fiscal discipline, cost optimisation, and return on investment.
• Work with the CFO and subsidiary finance teams to develop and monitor KPIs, operational scorecards, and financial performance dashboards.
• Lead periodic operational audits and enforce accountability at all levels of subsidiary management.

People & Culture:

• Champion a performance-driven, people-first culture across all subsidiaries, in partnership with HR.
• Identify and develop high-potential talent within the group, building a strong internal pipeline for succession.
• Mediate escalated organisational issues and provide decisive leadership during periods of change or uncertainty.

Risk, Compliance & Governance:

• Ensure all subsidiaries comply with applicable regulatory, legal, and corporate governance standards.
• Identify operational risks across the group and develop robust mitigation frameworks.
• Represent the holding group in high-level stakeholder engagements, partnerships, and regulatory interactions where required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive management experience, with at least 3years in a senior operations role spanning multiple business units or industries.
• Demonstrated track record of leading and scaling operations in complex, multi-subsidiary or conglomerate environments.
• Cross-industry experience is strongly preferred — candidates with exposure to real estate, construction, hospitality, FMCG, financial services, or professional services are particularly well-suited.
• A postgraduate degree or certification isan advantage.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience managing large operational budgets and driving cost efficiency.
• Proven ability to build, manage, and inspire high-performing leadership teams.
• Familiarity with Nigerian business environments, regulatory frameworks, and stakeholder ecosystems is essential.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking & Execution
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Operational Excellence
• Financial Acumen
• Stakeholder Management
• Change Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Executive Presence
• Resilience & Adaptability.

What we Offer

• A competitive executive compensation package benchmarked against industry peers.
• The opportunity to operate at the epicentre of one of Lagos' most dynamic and ambitious conglomerates.
• A direct seat at the executive table, with meaningful influence over the direction and growth of a premium business group.
• Exposure to high-value projects and a network of exceptional professionals across multiple industries.