Construction Manager Job at Kamen Construction Limited

Kamen Construction Limited is one of Nigeria’s leading construction and infrastructure companies, delivering high-quality projects across public and private sectors.

From large-scale industrial facilities and power plants to world-class residential estates, roads, hotels, theatres, mines, and critical infrastructure, we transform visionary concepts into reality through unmatched technical excellence, rigorous project management, and a relentless client-focused approach.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Construction Manager

Job Location: Abuja
Job type: Full-time

About the Role

• We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead site execution of road and infrastructure projects.
• The successful candidate will coordinate people, materials, equipment and subcontractors to deliver works safely, within budget, on schedule and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily construction activities across roads, earthworks, drainage, sewer networks, water infrastructure and associated civil works.
• Translate approved drawings, budgets and project schedules into practical site execution plans and weekly work programmes.
• Supervise site engineers, supervisors, foremen, subcontractors and labour teams, with clear responsibilities and production targets.
• Plan material, labour and equipment requirements and submit timely requisitions to prevent avoidable delays.
• Monitor progress against milestones, identify constraints and implement recovery actions.
• Ensure works comply with approved drawings, specifications, construction methods and quality requirements.
• Enforce health, safety and environmental standards across site activities.
• Control material consumption, equipment utilisation, labour productivity and wastage.
• Coordinate inspections, testing and approvals with consultants and client representatives.
• Maintain accurate site records and submit daily and weekly reports covering progress, resources, risks and required decisions.
• Identify and document variations, unforeseen conditions and potential claims promptly, working with the commercial team.
• Manage snagging, completion documentation and project handover.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of relevant construction experience, including direct responsibility for managing road and infrastructure works.
• Demonstrated experience in earthworks, road pavement construction, drainage and underground utilities.
• Proven ability to supervise multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, work sequencing and quality control.
• Working knowledge of project scheduling and reporting tools, including Microsoft Project or Primavera, is an advantage.
• Relevant professional registration, including COREN where applicable, is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel and work at project locations.

Required Competencies:

• Strong site leadership and accountability.
• Practical planning and problem-solving skills.
• Cost awareness and resource discipline.
• Clear communication and accurate reporting.
• Commitment to safety, quality and timely delivery.
• Integrity and sound professional judgement.