Assistant Manager, Projects Job at Alexander Nelson

Alexander Nelson – We believe that our high-quality service is driven by a commitment to being trustworthy, transparent, and always having a serious and genuine regard for “doing the right thing”. Keeping our promises and acting with integrity are obligations we hold steadfast for our staff.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Assistant Manager, Projects

Location: Lagos
Employment type: Permanent contract

Job Description

• Define the scope of the project in collaboration with Team Leader
• Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date
• Ensure that the project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
• Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase
• Proactively identify and monitor any and all possible risks to the project
• Develop and execute a risk management and mitigation plan
• Write project case studies highlighting successes and learning points at every project milestone
• Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
• Determine the resources and logistics (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project
• Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities
• Review the project schedule with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required
• Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion
• Develop forms and records to document project activities
• Set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured
• Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project
• Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of the project
• Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards
• Write reports on the project for management and for funders
• Monitor all budgeted project expenditures
• Monitor cash flow projections and report actual cash flow and variance to senior management on a regular basis (monthly/bimonthly)

Educational Requirements

• University degree in Engineering/Architecture/Mathematics or other related fields with a minimum of 4 years of experience in a lead role in managing complex residential and commercial building projects.
• Project management training is essential requirement
• A project management certification or Masters in project management is desirable

Experience Required:

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in a lead role in managing complex residential and commercial building projects.