Projects Supervisor at DreamCity Properties

Position Overview

• We are looking for a strategic and results-driven Projects Supervisor, to provide overall leadership for our project portfolios.
• The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with extensive experience in managing large-scale real estate projects, including high-rise buildings and navigating the regulatory landscape of Lagos.
• You will be responsible for ensuring all projects are delivered efficiently, on time, within budget, and in full compliance with all state regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overarching technical and administrative direction for the entire project lifecycle of multiple real estate developments, including high-rise buildings, from conception to handover.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all regulatory engagements, specifically with Lagos State agencies to secure all necessary permits and approvals.
• Implement and monitor advanced project management methodologies to optimize resource allocation, streamline processes, and ensure peak project performance.
• Oversee the preparation, management, and adherence to project timelines and budgets, ensuring financial objectives are met and cost-saving initiatives are identified and implemented.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a large, multidisciplinary team of Project Managers, Engineers, Site Supervisors, and technical staff.
• Establish and enforce rigorous quality assurance, health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards across all project sites.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks related to construction, logistics, regulations, and timelines.
• Act as the senior representative in engagements with clients, investors, joint venture partners, contractors, and professional consultants.
• Provide regular and comprehensive project status reports, including performance against KPIs, to the Managing Director/Board.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil and Structural Engineering. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is highly preferred.
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in senior project management roles, with a verifiable track record of delivering large-scale real estate and construction projects in Lagos.
• Mandatory Professional Certification: Must be a fully registered and licensed member of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) and the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE). A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a distinct advantage.
• Demonstrable and extensive experience in liaising with Lagos State lands and building regulatory agencies, with a proven ability to navigate the approval process efficiently.
• Must have spent a significant portion of their career within the real estate development and construction industry.
• Strong financial acumen with proven experience in multi-billion Naira project budgeting and cost control.
• Candidates must be within the age range of 40 to 50 years.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering multiple, complex high-rise or large-scale building projects on time and within budget.