SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Location: Lagos, Nigeria | Open to Travel Industry: Construction | Real Estate & Infrastructure Development Department: Construction Reports To: Head of Projects / Executive Director, Operations Employment Type: Full-Time Work Arrangement: On-site / Project-Based Gross Salary: ₦642,000 Monthly Experience: Minimum 8 Years Post-Graduation; Minimum 5 Years Managing Multiple Major Projects

About The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Construction Manager to provide technical, operational and commercial leadership across multiple major construction projects. The successful candidate will oversee projects from mobilisation through construction, completion and handover , ensuring delivery in accordance with approved designs, specifications, contractual requirements, quality standards, budgets and timelines. This is a senior site and project-delivery role requiring strong experience in multi-project construction management, contractor coordination, programme management, quality control, HSE, resource management, risk mitigation and stakeholder engagement . The ideal candidate must demonstrate a proven track record of successfully delivering major building or infrastructure projects while effectively managing multidisciplinary teams and multiple contractors.

Key Responsibilities

1. Construction Planning & Execution

• Lead the execution of multiple major construction projects from mobilisation to completion.
• Develop and implement construction execution plans, methodologies, programmes and work schedules.
• Coordinate activities across multiple project sites and ensure effective sequencing of works.
• Monitor progress against approved programmes and implement recovery actions where required.
• Ensure construction complies with approved drawings, specifications, method statements and contractual requirements.

1. Multi-Project Management

• Manage multiple construction projects simultaneously, prioritising resources according to project requirements.
• Monitor project progress, deliverables, risks, resources and performance.
• Identify critical issues and provide timely recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure manpower, equipment, materials and other resources are efficiently deployed across projects.

1. Contractor & Subcontractor Management

• Manage the performance of main contractors, subcontractors, specialist vendors and suppliers.
• Review contractor programmes, mobilisation plans and construction methodologies.
• Monitor contractor performance against agreed timelines, quality standards and contractual obligations.
• Identify underperformance and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure contractors maintain adequate resources for effective project delivery.

1. Site Operations & Technical Supervision

• Provide leadership to Project Engineers, Site Engineers, Site Managers and construction teams.
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress reviews.
• Identify technical constraints, construction challenges and potential delays.
• Coordinate civil, structural, architectural, MEP and specialist works.
• Ensure proper sequencing of activities to minimise delays, defects and rework.

1. Programme & Schedule Management

• Develop, review and monitor detailed construction programmes.
• Track milestones, critical-path activities and project completion dates.
• Identify programme slippages and develop practical recovery plans.
• Ensure contractors maintain realistic and achievable schedules.
• Utilise MS Project, Primavera P6 or equivalent project planning tools.

1. Quality Management

• Ensure construction works meet approved designs, specifications and applicable standards.
• Implement and monitor quality-control processes across project sites.
• Review inspection reports, testing results, snag lists and corrective actions.
• Ensure defects and non-conformities are promptly addressed.
• Promote a right-first-time construction culture.

1. Cost & Resource Management

• Monitor construction expenditure and resource utilisation in collaboration with the Project Manager and Quantity Surveyor.
• Ensure efficient utilisation of labour, materials, plant and equipment.
• Identify potential cost overruns and escalate them promptly.
• Support the assessment of variations, claims and contractor payment applications.
• Identify opportunities for improved construction efficiency and cost control.

1. HSE & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company HSE policies, applicable regulations and project safety requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture among employees, contractors and subcontractors.
• Ensure risk assessments, toolbox meetings, permits and safety procedures are implemented.
• Identify and escalate unsafe practices, incidents and significant HSE risks.
• Ensure environmentally responsible construction practices.

1. Risk Management & Problem Solving

• Identify construction, technical, programme, contractor and resource risks.
• Develop practical mitigation and recovery strategies.
• Resolve construction challenges proactively and escalate critical matters appropriately.
• Maintain visibility of key project risks and mitigation actions.

1. Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate effectively with the Head of Projects, Executive Director, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, Architects, Consultants, Contractors, Clients and Regulatory Authorities.
• Participate in technical reviews, site meetings and project progress meetings.
• Ensure timely communication of construction issues, decisions and required actions.
• Maintain productive professional relationships with project stakeholders.

1. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare regular construction progress reports covering programme, resources, quality, HSE, risks and key issues.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, inspections, approvals, instructions and correspondence.
• Provide management with timely and accurate information for decision-making.
• Ensure construction documentation is properly maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

1. Completion & Handover

• Coordinate project completion, snagging, testing and commissioning activities.
• Ensure outstanding works and defects are closed within agreed timelines.
• Coordinate as-built documentation and handover requirements.
• Support the successful handover of completed projects to clients and relevant stakeholders.

Essential

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building, Architecture, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of post-graduate experience in construction, project delivery or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' proven experience managing multiple major construction projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrable experience managing projects from mobilisation through construction, completion and handover.
• Proven experience managing main contractors, subcontractors, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects involving significant budgets, stakeholders and complex construction requirements.

Professional Certifications

• COREN registration is highly preferred for Engineering candidates and may be required depending on project requirements.
• ARCON registration is highly preferred for Architecture candidates and may be required depending on project requirements.
• PMP, PRINCE2, Construction Management certification or equivalent is an advantage.
• Relevant professional membership within the construction industry is an advantage.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE

The successful candidate should have strong knowledge of:

• Construction planning and execution
• Architectural and engineering drawing interpretation
• Construction methodologies
• Project and programme management
• Building codes and construction standards
• HSE requirements and safety regulations
• Engineering materials, specifications and cost considerations
• Contractor and subcontractor management
• Quality assurance and quality control
• Risk management
• MS Project, Primavera P6 or equivalent
• Microsoft Office applications
• CAD software and related technical tools

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Construction & Technical Leadership
• Multi-Project Management
• Project & Programme Management
• Contractor Management
• Site Operations
• Commercial Awareness
• Quality Management
• HSE Leadership
• Risk Management
• Resource Planning
• Problem Solving
• Stakeholder Management
• Leadership & Team Management
• Decision-Making
• Communication & Reporting

Preferred Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:

• Large-scale commercial construction
• Residential and mixed-use developments
• Hospitality projects
• Healthcare facilities
• Institutional projects
• Student accommodation
• Retail developments
• Infrastructure projects
• PPP/infrastructure development environments
• Projects across multiple geographical locations
• Complex multidisciplinary construction environments
• Projects involving significant regulatory and stakeholder requirements

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate measurable ability to:

• Deliver projects within approved timelines and quality standards.
• Effectively coordinate multiple projects and construction teams.
• Control contractor performance and minimise delays.
• Maintain strong HSE and quality standards.
• Identify and resolve construction risks proactively.
• Optimise resources and minimise unnecessary construction costs.
• Provide accurate and timely project reporting.
• Successfully achieve project completion and handover milestones.

Compensation

Gross Salary: ₦642,000 Monthly Additional benefits may apply in accordance with the organisation's employment structure and policies.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: hiring@mysigma.io Email Subject: Senior Construction Manager – Lagos Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Application Deadline: As communicated by the recruitment team.