Head of Projects

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Head of Projects to lead the planning, coordination and delivery of our real estate development projects, with immediate responsibility for the our portfolio.

The successful candidate will oversee the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility, design coordination and statutory approvals to procurement, construction, quality control, commissioning and final handover.

We are looking for a commercially aware project leader who can manage contractors and consultants, control project costs and timelines, maintain high construction standards, and establish effective systems for predictable and accountable project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Delivery: Lead projects from initial planning and design through approvals, procurement, construction, completion and handover.
• Project Management and Controls: Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, progress reports, risk registers and recovery plans to ensure timely delivery.
• Contractor and Consultant Management: Coordinate architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, contractors and other project stakeholders to achieve agreed standards and deadlines.
• Budget and Cost Control: Work with Finance and Quantity Surveying teams to monitor project costs, contractor valuations, cash-flow requirements and cost forecasts.
• Procurement Coordination: Ensure timely availability of approved designs, technical specifications, materials and other resources required for construction.
• Quality Assurance and Safety: Enforce construction quality standards, health and safety requirements, regulatory compliance and effective defect management.
• Risk and Change Management: Identify project risks early and ensure changes to scope, design, cost and timelines follow the required approval processes.
• Statutory Approvals and Compliance: Coordinate permits, regulatory submissions, technical approvals and compliance requirements.
• Project Reporting: Prepare weekly project dashboards, monthly management reports and regular updates on progress, costs, risks and decisions required.
• Completion and Handover: Oversee commissioning, final inspections, snagging, defect resolution and the preparation of complete handover documentation.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with the COO, Group CEO, Finance, Legal, Sales and Marketing teams to align project delivery with business objectives and customer commitments.
• Team Leadership: Build accountability, improve project management systems and ensure consultants, contractors and project teams deliver against agreed expectations.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional certification or membership of a recognised professional body is an advantage.
• Significant progressive experience in construction project management, property development or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex construction or real estate development projects and managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, design coordination, statutory approvals, contract administration, procurement and project cost control.
• Proven ability to manage project schedules, contractors, consultants, budgets, quality standards and delivery risks.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of how project decisions affect cost, cash flow, timelines and customer commitments.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong reporting, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant project management, scheduling, document-control and reporting tools.

Key Performance Indicators

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Achievement of approved project milestones and delivery timelines.
• Effective budget monitoring and cost forecasting.
• Timely identification and resolution of project risks.
• Contractor and consultant performance.
• Compliance with quality, health, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Timely and accurate project reporting.
• Effective procurement planning and resource readiness.
• Completion, documentation and handover readiness.
• Improved project controls, accountability and operational efficiency.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a disciplined, commercially minded and hands-on project leader who takes ownership of delivery outcomes. You should be able to coordinate multiple stakeholders, make sound technical and commercial recommendations, resolve project bottlenecks and maintain accurate records while ensuring that all major decisions follow approved company procedures.

Integrity, accountability, proactive communication and evidence-based reporting are essential for this position.

Pay: ₦500,000.00 - ₦750,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person