Job Description

Position Title	ASSISTANT CONSTRUCTION MANAGER	Type	Permanent
Department	Corporate Office	Reporting Line Name	GM
Location	Ikoyi, Lagos	Project Location	TBA
Salary	As per the company norms	Nationality	Local

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Schedule and prepare work timetables. Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of various civil works
Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines
Plan to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones
Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients for speedy progress in work
Issue Supplemental Instructions and Variation Orders to project management
Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain all necessary permits and licenses
Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors and ensure contractual conditions are met
Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other construction specialists
Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations
Meet engineers, architects and contractors on an ongoing basis regarding project objectives and progress
Create and submit budget estimates to include supplies, material and labour
Approve purchase requests, prepare cost tracking reports and ensure budget costs aren’t exceeded
Requisition supplies and materials for construction projects
Select tools, materials and equipment; track inventory needed is available on site
Report work progress and budget matters to clients
Select subcontractors; schedule & coordinate subcontractor activities
Confer with supervisory personnel, clients, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
Manage job sites for both new construction and remodeling projects and monitor progress
Initiate and implement best and effective practices in administrative functions at project sites
Develop and update administrative systems to make them more efficient to handle workforce at sites
Effective maintenance of utilities and ensure uninterrupted supply
Investigate damage, accidents or delays at construction sites to assess that proper procedures are being carried out
Assist acquisition of land for construction projects
Handle any environmental or local community issues that may come up during a project
Hire laborers and create schedules for construction crew to ensure all projects are adequately staffed
Select, contract, and oversee workers for specific parts of the project to ensure effective completion
Determine labor requirements based on the work and allot workers to construction sites
Direct, supervise and motivate site foremen and teams
Ensure the construction process starts and ends on time, and ensure daily and weekly deadlines are met
Develop and implement quality control program and oversee subcontractors and vendors to ensure quality standards are met
Ensure the work at all job sites are in compliance with health, safety and all other regulations
Conduct ongoing quality inspections
Analyse, manage and mitigate risks
Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction site
Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status and review the work progress on daily basis
Able to take responsibility and pressure to meet the targets of time and quality
Ensures general discipline, order and code of conduct in the site premises
Willing to take up additional roles and responsibilities as and when required
Proactive in ensuring the accomplishment of organizational goals & objectives along with self- development

QUALIFICATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Job Qualification	Required- − Diploma/ Graduate (BE/BTech) in Civil Engineering or Construction Management. Preferred- – Some experience with remodeling projects preferred. Desired – Working knowledge of green building practices desirable
Job Skill	✓ Excellent written, verbal, communication skills ✓ Decisive with excellent analytical & critical thinking skills ✓ Willingness to learn and to grow with the company and motivated to take on additional responsibilities and solve problems ✓ Self directed and able to work without supervision ✓ Should have strong leadership skills and a team player role to manage and supervise the team members and lower staff ✓ Highly organized multi-tasker who works well in a fast paced environment. ✓ Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite ✓ Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff ✓ Skilled at solving conflict between different project members and staff. ✓ Outstanding negotiation, organizational and problem solving skills. ✓ Great customer service, communication and customer service skills. ✓ Exceptional time management skills, ability to prioritize and estimate work effort and time needed for various construction jobs. ✓ Excellent technical skills and understanding of construction methods, contracts and blueprints. ✓ Ability to manage multiple projects at once with no decline in quality control
Experience	For Civil Diploma Holder – – Minimum of 8 – 12 years’ experience – Atleast three projects should have been done and completed – Atleast one project in the same role For Civil Engineer (B.E/B.Tech) – – Minimum of 8 – 12 years’ experience – Atleast two projects should have been done and completed. – Atleast one project in the same role
Career Growth	This is a great opportunity to join *Still Earth*, a growing and highly professional construction company with an ambition to expand further throughout the region. You will be given a generous benefits package and a good salary. There is also a genuine opportunity for career progression.

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