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Head of Projects (Construction) at Elizabeth Maddeux
Elizabeth Maddeux
September 21, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Job Summary
The Head of Projects will serve as the most senior technical and operational leader of the construction division, with full accountability for project delivery, cost control, quality, timelines, profitability, and compliance across all construction and infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Executive Leadership
Project & Program Delivery
Commercial & Cost Management (Quantity Surveying Leadership)
Government & Institutional Projects
Contract, Procurement & Negotiation
Quality, Safety & Compliance
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or
related field.
MBA or Master's degree is a strong advantage.
Professional certifications such as PMP, NIQS, and COREN are highly required.
Minimum of 10years' experience with at least 3-4 years in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-billion-naira projects.
Demonstrated experience leading Government and institutional projects, competitive tendering and bidding processes, and multi-disciplinary construction teams.
Skills & Competencies:
Advanced Project Management & Program Control
Government procurement & bidding expertise
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Strategic thinking and execution excellence
Stakeholder management at executive and government levels
Leadership, people development, and decision-making under pressure
The Head of Projects will serve as the most senior technical and operational leader of the construction division, with full accountability for project delivery, cost control, quality, timelines, profitability, and compliance across all construction and infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Executive Leadership
Project & Program Delivery
Commercial & Cost Management (Quantity Surveying Leadership)
Government & Institutional Projects
Contract, Procurement & Negotiation
Quality, Safety & Compliance
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or
related field.
MBA or Master's degree is a strong advantage.
Professional certifications such as PMP, NIQS, and COREN are highly required.
Minimum of 10years' experience with at least 3-4 years in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-billion-naira projects.
Demonstrated experience leading Government and institutional projects, competitive tendering and bidding processes, and multi-disciplinary construction teams.
Skills & Competencies:
Advanced Project Management & Program Control
Government procurement & bidding expertise
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Strategic thinking and execution excellence
Stakeholder management at executive and government levels
Leadership, people development, and decision-making under pressure