Senior Project Manager - Luxury… at Amy Consulting · Lagos

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer

Role Overview

Our client is a luxury real estate development company specialising in premium residential developments in Lagos, particularly Ikoyi and Banana Island. They are currently looking to hire. a Senior Project Manager who will take ownership of the successful delivery of the company’s residential developments, from pre-construction planning through construction, finishing and handover. The role requires a hands-on construction professional with strong technical expertise, commercial awareness and the ability to manage contractors, consultants and project teams effectively. The successful candidate will initially oversee an ongoing luxury residential development in Ikoyi while supporting the planning and mobilisation of upcoming projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Delivery

• Lead project execution from pre-construction through completion and handover.
• Develop and manage construction programmes, budgets and project milestones.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, contractors and subcontractors.
• Identify potential delays and implement corrective measures.
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget and to agreed specifications.

2. Construction & Quality Management

• Oversee site activities, construction methodologies and contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications and safety standards.
• Manage structural works, MEP coordination, waterproofing, façades and finishing works.
• Maintain exceptional workmanship and finishing standards appropriate for luxury residential developments.
• Oversee snagging, commissioning and handover.

3. Commercial & Cost Management

• Monitor project expenditure and work closely with quantity surveyors.
• Review contractor valuations, variations and payment recommendations.
• Support procurement, tender evaluations and contractor negotiations.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Manage project risks, budgets and procurement schedules.

4. Leadership & Reporting

• Lead project meetings and maintain accountability across consultants and contractors.
• Provide concise weekly progress reports to management.
• Proactively resolve construction challenges and coordination issues.
• Establish and improve project management procedures and reporting systems.
• Support the development of Parkwalk's internal project delivery team.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Building Technology or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10–15 years of relevant construction and project management experience.
• Proven experience delivering new-build residential developments from construction through completion and handover.
• Strong, recent experience within the Lagos construction environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, consultants, construction programmes and substantial project budgets.
• Sound technical knowledge of structural construction, MEP systems and high-quality finishing works.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills and problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency in construction scheduling and project management software.

Desirable

• Experience delivering luxury residential developments in Ikoyi, Banana Island, Victoria Island or comparable premium markets.
• Experience managing multiple developments simultaneously.
• International construction experience combined with recent Nigerian project delivery experience.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, COREN or equivalent.
• Experience working with reputable property developers or main contractors.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Ownership & Accountability: Takes responsibility for delivering results with minimal supervision.
• Hands-on Leadership: Comfortable working on-site, managing contractors and resolving construction challenges.
• Commercial Awareness: Understands budgets, procurement, cost control and the financial implications of project decisions.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains exceptional standards of construction quality and finishing.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive, resourceful and solutions-oriented.
• Leadership Potential: Capable of building and managing project teams as the company expands.
• Integrity & Professionalism: Reliable, transparent and committed to delivering results.

Remuneration & Benefits

A competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications, including:

• Monthly base salary.
• Performance-related annual bonus.
• Transport allowance.
• Medical insurance and statutory pension.
• Company-paid communications.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person