Jobs at Elizabeth Maddeux

Job Description

• The Head of Projects will serve as the most senior technical and operational leader of the construction division, with full accountability for project delivery, cost control, quality, timelines, profitability, and compliance across all construction and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic & Executive Leadership
• Project & Program Delivery
• Commercial & Cost Management (Quantity Surveying Leadership)
• Government & Institutional Projects
• Contract, Procurement & Negotiation
• Quality, Safety & Compliance

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related fields.
• MBA or Master’s degree is a strong advantage.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, NIQS and COREN are highly required.
• Minimum of 12 years’ experience with at least 3-4 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-billion-naira projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading Government and institutional projects, competitive tendering and bidding processes, multi-disciplinary construction teams.

Skills & Competencies:

• Advanced Project Management & Program Control
• Government procurement & bidding expertise
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Strategic thinking and execution excellence
• Stakeholder management at executive and government levels
• Leadership, people development, and decision-making under pressure.

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Job Description

• This role combines core civil engineering responsibilities with technical support and technical sales functions, requiring the ability to interpret engineering requirements, provide on-site and remote technical guidance, and support client-facing technical discussions that influence project decisions and solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review engineering designs, drawings, cost estimates, and feasibility studies in compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Provide technical support and advisory services to project teams, contractors, and stakeholders, including real-time troubleshooting of engineering issues.
• Support technical sales and client engagement by contributing to proposals, client meetings, and translating requirements into engineering solutions.
• Supervise site activities to ensure adherence to approved designs, quality standards, and construction specifications.
• Enforce QA/QC procedures and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and resource utilization while supporting procurement and vendor evaluation.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and progress updates, and act as a liaison between site teams, management, and clients.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional certification or registration with COREN is an added advantage.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in construction, infrastructure, or structural engineering projects.
• Experience in technical sales, client-facing engineering, or technical solution support is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in engineering design and CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, building codes, and quality standards.
• Proven ability to provide technical support, troubleshooting, and engineering guidance.

Core Competencies:

• Structural design and analysis
• Project planning and coordination
• Budget monitoring and cost control
• Site supervision and contractor management
• Technical support and problem resolution
• Technical sales and solution communication
• Proficiency in CAD tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement