Construction Manager at Homeland Development Company

Homeland Development Company is a property development company with the aim to be Africa No1 real estate company that will always provide the highest number of affordable, decent, and comfortable homes while also achieving global housing standards. We are developers of The Venice, Sangotedo.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Construction Manager

Location: Sangotedo, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
This role reports to: Executive Management
Grade Level: Senior Management Level

Job Expectations

Supervise the project for smooth running of ongoing construction on the site according to specifications of the project as directed
Define the scope of the project in collaboration with senior management.
Ensure permits and licenses from appropriate authorities are processed and collected.
Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated
Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met
Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
Give a detailed weekly report on activities going on all sites.
In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles
Monitor cash flow projections and report actual cash flow and variance to senior management on a regular basis (monthly/bimonthly)
Follow up on outstanding receivables
Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures
Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date
Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for funders as outlined in funding agreements
Prepare certificate of payment after each settlement
Define the scope of the project in collaboration with senior management
Liaise with the relevant ministries and agencies involved with the project
Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project
Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities
Review the project schedule with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required
Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion.

Staff the Project:

In consultation with the appropriate manager and human resources, recruit, interview and select staff and/or volunteers with appropriate skills for the project activities
Manage project staff and/or volunteers according to the established policies and practices of the organization
Ensure that personnel files are properly maintained and kept confidential by human resources
Ensure that all project personnel receive an appropriate orientation to the organization and the project
Contract qualified consultants to work on the project as appropriate
Hire unskilled labor as required by specific project
Implement the project
Execute the project according to the project plan
Develop forms and records to document project activities
Set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured
Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project
Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of the project
Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards
Prepare certificates of payment sequel to project completion
Control the project/Cost Management
Write reports on the project for management and for funders
Communicate with funders as outlined in funding agreements
Monitor and approve all budgeted project expenditures
Monitor cash flow projections and report actual cash flow and variance to senior management on a regular basis (monthly/bimonthly)
Follow up on outstanding receivables
Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures
Review the project schedule with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required
Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion
Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date
Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for funders as outlined in funding agreements
Prepare certificate of payment after each settlement
Negotiate with all vendors, suppliers and technical partners for the best price which balances price and quality
Evaluate the project
Ensure that the project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for an experienced Construction Manager who will oversee and manage our existing construction project and work closely with management in executing and meeting up with the demands of the ongoing projects.
The Project manager will also oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of specific short-term (or time-specific) Projects that have deadlines with expected or specified deliverables.

Education Qualifications

University Degree in a related subject. Master’s Degree will be an advantage
10 years of experience working at a managerial level on a construction site.
Relevant professional qualifications (COREN, PMP)
Knowledge of project management.

Required Skills:

Construction management, Project management, Scheduling, Architectural planning and design, Structural engineering, Construction safety, Quality control and supervision, Sales management, Marketing.
Read technical designs and drawings to ensure that they are followed correctly.
In-depth knowledge of engineering, technology, building, construction, and design.
Prepare an execution plan from the master plan submitted, breaking down the work elements and how it will be executed.
Excellent communication skills.
Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
Ability to understand and interpret designs.
Should be able to work in a team.

Proficiency in the use of computers for: