Head of Projects

About this role

The role is for a Head of Projects in a construction and project leadership capacity within a Lagos-based team. It involves providing strategic and technical leadership across construction projects from concept to execution, and overseeing planning, delivery, and stakeholder engagement. The position focuses on mentoring project managers and engineers, managing budgets and timelines, and ensuring compliance with design, quality, and safety standards. Workforce Group is a human capital and business consulting firm in Nigeria that partners with businesses to attract talent and improve workforce effectiveness. The job is full-time and location is Lagos; the advert lists a monthly gross salary of N1,100,000.

What you would do

• Lead and mentor project managers, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Oversee end-to-end project planning, execution, and delivery.
• Identify risks and opportunities to improve construction processes.
• Manage budgets, timelines, contractors, and stakeholder relationships.
• Drive design reviews, quality assurance, and compliance with building and safety standards.

What they are asking for

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant post-NYSC experience in construction or project leadership.
• Strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or a relevant master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Degree in Architecture or a relevant discipline.

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