Overview

Alpha Mead Group is a Total Real Estate Solutions Company established to provide robust business support services to local and international Real Estate investors or owners with interests in Facilities Management, Real Estate Development and Advisory, Security Systems and Technologies, Training, Healthcare Management and Real Estate Financing Services.

Job Position: Head, Development Planning and Construction

Job Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Job Description

  1. As the Head of Planning and Construction, you will lead a team of experts, review projects in detail, schedule deliverables, estimate costs, and ensure the successful delivery of projects in accordance with established standards.
  2. Your strategic mindset and sharp analytical skills will drive performance monitoring, compliance with health and safety regulations, data interpretation, and the compilation of comprehensive reports and presentations.

Job Responsibilities
Planning Duties:

  1. Lead and coordinate the activities of design consultants, ensuring the production of high-quality deliverables aligned with the project’s concept and subsequent phases.
  2. Develop and manage project budgets during the Execute Phase, working closely with the Finance team to ensure adherence to budgets.
  3. Prepare baseline schedules, review contractor schedules, and conduct Risk Analysis to ensure projects stay on track.
  4. Oversee manpower planning activities for the project team and contractors, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
  5. Regularly schedule meetings with the team to monitor performance and track project milestones.
  6. Streamline cost reporting by coordinating all necessary information, including capital investment, pre-operational costs, fees, and expenditure phasing.
  7. Foster progress review and change control meetings, facilitating effective communication and decision-making.
  8. Maintain control over variations, work authorizations, change orders, and scope changes, providing accurate estimates as required.
  9. Be the driving force behind the preparation and issuance of monthly progress reports, incorporating valuable contractor information.
  10. Maintain and update the department’s Balance Scorecard, tracking and reporting performance metrics for optimal results.

Construction Duties:

  1. Provide supervisory oversight of all construction contracts and scope of work, ensuring compliance with design standards and specifications.
  2. Conduct thorough checks and timely sign-off on all architectural and construction drawings, prioritizing quality control.
  3. Monitor project requirements and scope changes continuously, ensuring proactive management and resolution.
  4. Maintain an updated action log, promptly closing out outstanding issues within designated timeframes.
  5. Foster strong relationships with consultants to ensure project objectives are met effectively.
  6. Coordinate project meetings between consultants and the project team, promoting collaboration and efficiency.
  7. Utilize value engineering techniques to optimize project costs, providing evidence of cost reduction.
  8. Ensure active engagement with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring their needs are met.
  9. Assume responsibility for quality control across all project sites, ensuring adherence to the highest standards.
  10. Perform post-design phase activities, including project scheduling, monitoring, and reporting.
  11. Serve as the primary interface between project consultants and the organization, ensuring smooth communication and alignment.
  12. Assist consultants and the Tender committee in the preparation of tender documentation.
  13. Measure and verify project scope, facilitating and preparing impact assessments for scope change requests.
  14. Communicate outcomes of scope change requests promptly and effectively.
  15. Report project performance to the Managing Director, providing insightful analysis and recommendations.

Job Requirements

  1. Bachelor’s Degree in Building Technology, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
  2. A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in Project Management, particularly in managing the Planning, Design, and Construction phases of major real estate development projects.
  3. Mandatory experience in construction project management.
  4. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality, time, or budget.
  5. Proficiency in utilizing technological tools such as Primavera, MS Project, and other project management software.
  6. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
  7. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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