Construction Project Director

Job Introduction

Adexen was mandated by an International company to recruit a Construction Project Director for a port project. The position is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• The Project Diretor will supervise the entire construction project of a port infrastructure, from the bid phase to the execution phase
• Plans, directs, organizes, and controls the construction project including project budgets and timelines
• Responsible for the delivery of project from initial concept through close out, including budgeting, planning, contract negotiation, permitting, and construction
• Ensures completed project meets deliverable objectives.
• Administers and manages the build-out of environmental cleanup projects and serves as the liaison with consultants, stakeholders, and other parties.
• Defines and programs project elements and scope, develops bid documents, and provides direct project management oversight by working with consultants, staff, tenants, and other project stakeholders.
• Develops and maintains relationships with contractors
• Monitors project control activities including contract administration, construction schedule, project cost, construction document interpretations, project submittals and RFIs.
• Monitors project budgets, prepares cost projections, and as required, provides periodic status reports
• Directs and coordinates the work of several subordinates, both international and local staff
• Responsible for implementation of HSE and QC plans

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from a recognised university in civil engineering, constructment management, builging technology
• Master's degree will be a plus
• Min 10 years experience as a Project Manager / Director / Operations Manager within a recognised organisation
• Experience leading civil projects in excess of $100 Million USD
• Extensive port & infrastructure construction background
• Experience must demonstrate skills in leadership, independent project management, and management of multi-discipline engineering teams and consultants
• Ability to read, analyze, comprehend, interpret, and summarize scientific, engineering, construction, economic, and legal documents and materials
• Previous experience in emerging markets / Nigeria is a plus

We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.