Project Manager / Construction Manager(MCF/ Data Centres)

Lagos Full-time Undisclosed
Job Description
Job Description


You will be responsible for Project Management in design & engineering field of work and being the end responsible for the project during the construction phase.

• As a project manager you are expected to deliver total success to allocated projects in green- and brown-field manufacturing environments.

• You will be leading and managing multidisciplinary RHDHV teams and act as the single point of contact to the client.

• Construction Management of industrial buildings (FMCG/F&B) and datacenters (MCF).

Main Responsibilities


Manage and lead large scale design and engineering projects in a multi stakeholder environment throughout a complete project life cycle, supporting our multinational clients to make the best value decisions.

• Develop, lead and manage the RHDHV (design/site) team during project development and delivery.

• Initiate projects together with clients, coordinate stakeholder input, analyse and appraise production solutions, prepare project briefs and business cases and gain the necessary approvals within the client’s organization.

• Be in charge of all project controls: e.g. planning, cost control, risk control, quality control, project administration and contract management.

• Extensive knowledge of Design Coordination.

• Writing technical and financial proposals.

• Ensure high quality of service and deliverables and compliance with the Group governance and procedures

• Produce reports for both internal reporting anf client presentation purposes

• May make presentations to clients as part of the service delivery

• Manage teams to deliver against financial targets.

• In charge of the construction management team during the execution phase.

• Chair regular coordination of technical meetings with the design & engineering team and also the contractors and other parties involved.

• Prepare construction schedules, and closely monitor the progress achieved. Interface management (Civil/MEP/Equipment) is considered as an important responsibility of the Construction Manager.

• Inspection and review of all (shop) drawings.

• Review, monitor and advise the client on variation orders by contractors and do the appropriate technical and financial negotiations on behalf of the client.

• Preparation of Contract Documents, Specifications, Bills of Quantities and supervision activities

• Liaise with all levels of clients, local authorities, contractors and specialist consultants on administrative and technical subjects

• Business development- potential & new clients

• Project Management/design management- EPCM manual, coaching younger and new colleagues.

Minimum qualifications, skills and experience


Bachelor’s Degree, HND or Master’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or Electrical Engineering

• 10-15 years of experience in the management of multidisciplinary engineering and construction projects, preferably in the MCF, FMCG and F&B market.

• Qualified member Nigeria Institute of Quantity Surveyors (MNIQS), registered Quantity Surveyor with Quantity Surveyors Registration Board of Nigeria (QSRBN) and Project Management Professional (PMP)Training

• Proven track record in managing medium & large-scale projects.

• Previous employment by a manufacturing company is an advantage.

• International mindset and willingness to travel for short/medium/long term assignments.

• Experience of working on claims is a significant advantage

• Experience of managing various pre and post contract projects

• Excellent pre and post contract experience including preparation and review of estimates, cost plans, bills of quantities, tender reporting, variations change management and Final Accounts

Behavioral competencies


Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effortlessly adjust yourself in an international and culturally diverse environment and able to act as coach and mentor for other staff.

• Being able to build and maintain a trusted advisor status with clients.

• Be aware of local and international standards and developments in the fields of health and safety and sustainability and actively promote these in your projects.

• Demonstrable record of taking projects from inception through to final delivery

• Experience and abilities in working effectively within complex teams on challenging projects

• Good organizational skills and able to work within project time constraints

• High level of integrity and drive for excellence

• Excellent motivational and teamwork skills

• Exceptional; communication skills to be able to deal effectively with contractors, site staff, third party suppliers and client team

• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, impartiality, and discretion
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Job Snapshot
  • Posted: Apr 26, 2026
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Location: Lagos
  • Source: External