Adexen was mandated by a leading real estate and construction Company to recruit an experienced Construction Superintendent for their operations in Nigeria. The position is based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Responsibilities
This role requires excellent collaboration skills with various people, such as construction workers, supervisors, architects and engineers. In order to succeed, he/she must anticipate, interpret, inspect, record, report, advise and guide, help reduce risk, provide guidance on health and safety matters
Responsible for your team’s safety and others affected by your work’s scope on a day today basis
Overseeing and directing site activities from conception to completion
Reviewing the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs
Overseeing all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building, technical and safety regulations
Select tools, materials and equipment and track inventory
Meet contractual conditions of performance
Review the work progress on daily basis
Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status
Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones
Analyze, manage and mitigate construction and Safety risks
Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques
Focus on quality; promoting right first time initiatives, reducing rework and double handling,
Mentor and motivate teams to achieve productivity and engagement
Establishing method statements to meet work schedules,
Establishing JSA’s to meet HSE regulations,
Resolving work problems and recommending measures to improve productivity and productquality,
Training or arranging for the training of workers in job duties and company policies,
Ensuring standards for safe working conditions,
Recommending personnel actions such as hirings and promotions,
Resolve day to day field personnel issues
Desired Skills and Experience
Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related field
Minimum 5 years working experience in construction management
Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods
Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards
Understanding of all facets of the construction process
Familiarity with construction management software packages
Ability to plan and see the “big picture”
Competent in conflict and crisis management
Leadership and human resources management skills
Excellent time and project management skills
A good understanding and knowledge of the practical and legal aspects of health and safety
Good motivator, able to thrive in a team environment and have excellent communication skills
We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.
