Project Labour Coordinator

About this role

Casalavoro Limited in Abuja is seeking a Project Labour Coordinator to source, organise and manage labour for construction projects. The role involves building a network of artisans, skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled workers, coordinating deployment to sites, and handling labour records and payments to prevent delays. The position requires coordination with construction and project teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and company procedures. The role targets candidates with relevant qualifications and a strong network of construction labour, able to mobilise workers on short notice. Employment is full-time and based in Wuse 2, Abuja (FCT).

What you would do

• Build and maintain a database and network of workers for deployment across construction projects.
• Source, recruit and mobilise workers according to project needs and schedules.
• Work with Head of Construction, Site Engineers and Project Managers to determine labour requirements.
• Ensure timely deployment of workers to prevent project delays.
• Maintain a register of available workers with skills, contact details, availability, rates and assignments.
• Coordinate allocation and movement of workers between projects as priorities change.
• Monitor attendance, punctuality, productivity and availability at sites.
• Liaise with site supervisors to confirm deployment, attendance and labour requirements.
• Maintain records of labour supplied, including names, trades, attendance, rates, work periods and payment status.
• Follow up on labour payments and ensure timely processing and clearance of obligations.

What they are asking for

• OND or HND in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related field.
• Experience in labour coordination, construction manpower supply, site administration or workforce management.
• Established network of construction artisans, skilled tradespeople and unskilled labourers is desirable.
• Understanding of construction activities, trades and project schedules.
• Experience coordinating manpower across multiple sites is an advantage.
• Strong organisational, negotiation, communication and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate attendance, deployment and payment records using Excel or similar tools.
• Strong follow-up skills and ability to mobilise workers on short notice.
• Integrity, reliability, accountability and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

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