Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Expatriate Job at Adexen Recruitment Agency

Adexen Recruitment Agency - Our client, an Engineering & Construction company, is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below for its operations in Nigeria:

Job Position: Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Expatriate
Job Location:
 Lagos

Responsibilities

  • Develops and implements approved business and operational plans to growth, manage a robust portfolio of clients, profitable revenue base and market share of the construction business in Nigeria  
  • Provides effective leadership of the operations team to ensure cost efficient delivery of quality projects and effective implementation of strategic business plan.
  • Ensures that all new projects are well researched, adequately resourced and key stakeholders properly engaged to enable quality execution safely and profitably
  • Ensures that joint ventures projects are well developed and executed profitably and in safe working conditions
  • Ensures that all staff, especially the key technical staff are professionally managed, mentored and developed to enhance performance capacity of the business
  • Works closely with the Chief Finance Officer to ensure cost effective access to project financing
  • Takes active part in key business decisions as a member of the executive management team
  • Ensures timely preparation and provision of accurate and up-to-date reports on the operational performance and financial health of the company, in liaison with the CEO
  • Promotes knowledge retention and thought leadership insights on the business and management imperatives in the construction industry.
  • Works closely with the CEO to progress opportunities and win business/projects for the company.

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering field
  • MBA will be a plus
  • Demonstrated experience of minimum 10 years within the engineering & construction industry
  • 5-10 year experience in a similar position or operation direction position
  • Executive Management Position experience with multiple activities
  • Work experience in Africa, Nigerian experience is a plus
  • Influence & Leadership skills are requested, especially to work in a very challenging environment
  • High degree of personal integrity
  • Result oriented, cost minded, capable to handle pressure and to meet deadlines.

Note: We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.