Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Manager, Trade Promotion at Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Description

• We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented, and results-driven Quantity Surveyor to join our Trade Promotion Department as an Assistant Manager.

Role Overview

• The Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Manager will play a critical role in managing the financial, contractual, and cost-related aspects of major projects, including the Lagos International Trade Fair (LITF).
• The ideal candidate will ensure projects are delivered within budget, on schedule, and in compliance with quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
Cost Estimation & Planning:

• Prepare preliminary cost estimates, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and detailed cost plans
• Provide accurate forecasting for LITF and other LCCI projects

Tendering & Procurement:

• Manage end-to-end tendering processes
• Evaluate bids and prepare contract/tender documentation
• Support procurement strategies aligned with project goals

Cost Control & Financial Reporting:

• Monitor project expenditures against approved budgets
• Analyze cost variations and provide actionable insights
• Prepare and present periodic financial and progress reports

Contract Administration:

• Manage contractor and subcontractor agreements
• Track contractor performance against work schedules
• Handle variations and resolve contract-related disputes

Risk Management:

• Identify financial and contractual risks
• Develop and recommend mitigation strategies

Site & Project Monitoring:

• Conduct site visits to assess project progress and value completed work
• Ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards

General Duties

• Support the Head of Department and senior management on assigned tasks
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project delivery processes

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: HND or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field
• Professional Certification: Relevant certification (e.g., NIQS, RICS) is an added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in quantity surveying or similar roles

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations
• Software Proficiency: Experience with cost management tools, BIM, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and related applications
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional attention to detail in cost measurement and analysis
• Communication & Negotiation: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Work Environment:

• This role operates in a hybrid work environment, combining office-based responsibilities with regular site operations. The position is primarily onsite, with occasional remote work flexibility.

Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination Policy:

• The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring a fair, transparent, and merit-based recruitment process.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to tribe, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations.
• We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and equal opportunity to thrive.