Head – Civil Construction

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Job Summary:

• We are seeking an experienced and results-driven

  Head – Civil Construction

  to oversee the complete civil works scope of the

  Aur Aluminium Smelter Project

  in

  Lagos, Nigeria

  . The role requires in-depth technical expertise and leadership in delivering large-scale industrial projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely execution in a high-complexity environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all civil construction activities for the aluminium smelter project, from site preparation to structural completion.
• Ensure construction execution aligns with project schedules, budgets, design specifications, and international quality and safety standards.
• Supervise and coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, site engineers, and project management teams to achieve milestones.
• Review and approve construction methodologies, method statements, and work plans to optimize productivity and cost.
• Manage civil works related to foundations, buildings, equipment structures, roads, drainage, utilities, and site infrastructure.
• Monitor civil works progress, ensure adherence to specifications, and resolve technical challenges effectively.
• Liaise with design, procurement, and commissioning teams to ensure integration of civil activities with mechanical, electrical, and process systems.
• Implement strict health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies and conduct regular site audits.
• Prepare and present regular project updates, reports, and risk assessments to the Project Head.
• Foster a high-performance site culture focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Key Requirements:

• Educational Qualification:

  Regular (full-time) Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering is mandatory.

• Experience:

  Minimum 20 years in civil construction, with proven experience leading large-scale industrial projects—preferably aluminium smelters, steel plants, or process-intensive manufacturing units.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing multidisciplinary teams and contractors in high-capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of international construction standards, codes, and best practices.
• Proficient in construction management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to relocate and be stationed at the project site in Lagos, Nigeria for the duration of the project.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in EPC/EPCM project environments.
• Exposure to aluminium smelter or non-ferrous metal industry projects.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Prior international or Africa-based project experience is an added advantage.