Construction Project Manager Job at International Workplace Group

International Workplace Group (IWG) is the largest provider of flexible workspace solutions in the world. Trading under a number of brands (including Regus, Spaces, HQ, Signature and No18) we have a physical network of over 3,000 locations across 1,000 towns and cities in 120 countries. Our mission is to help our millions of customers to have a great day at work, every day.

COVID-19 forced an unprecedented experiment in flexible working, which is now driving a surge in demand for our flexible workspace solutions. To meet this demand, we are rapidly accelerating the growth of our global network. To deliver our ambition we are recruiting partners to open and operate IWG locations. Our target audience are building owners, franchise operators and competitors, we will work with our partners under a variety of commercial structures demanding a dynamic and broad-based approach to business development.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Construction Project Manager

Job ID: 43149
Job Location: Lagos
Employement Type: Full Time (Hybrid)

 Job Purpose

• This person will manage relationships with our external partners to deliver our New Centre Openings (NCO) and refurbishment programmes on time, on budget and in line with our design standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme manage the end to end process of delivery in conjunction with our out-sourced partners. Ensure there is clarity on expectations, deadlines and any issues or risks are escalated and dealt with in a timely manner
• Fully accountable for scope, programme and cost
• Ensure our partners manage the fit-out so they are in line with our global design and build standards
• Plan and manage the refurbishment and maintenance of our existing estate, ensuring minimal disruption to customers and prioritising where we will maximise Return on Investment. Ensure Design and Build partners are utilised where appropriate and other contractors are effectively engaged where Design & Build is not appropriate
• Effectively manage internal and external stakeholders so work is prioritised in line with business needs. Robustly manage supplier’s performance in line with contractual agreement whilst maintaining a positive relationship and ensuring suppliers remain engaged and committed to delivering our NCO and refurbishment objectives
• Utilise strong network of contacts so we partner with the right suppliers.

Key measures of success are

• Successfully execute assigned projects within agreed costs, timeline and IWG specifications;
• Enhance the supply chain setup to meet the local market price, practice and standards;
• Provide training to new and existing vendors to ensure they fully understand IWG Design & Construction guidelines while delivering NCO/refurbishment works.

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Significant project / programme management experience gained in a fast-paced environment such as Retail, Retail banking, Hotels or Professional consultancy.
• Used to managing multiple openings to demanding timescales and tight budget controls
• Proactive approach to problem solving and a customer first approach
• Highly commercial and results focussed - significant experience of reducing cost whilst improving standardisation
• High drive with strong attention to detail.
• Can cope with a high degree of ambiguity, uncertainty and change
• Strong resilience with the ability to keep focussed on the big picture and end goal
• Previous experience of refurbishment and maintenance management is desirable
• Ability to positively influence multiple stakeholders across countries and cultures
• Experience in selecting and managing preferred partners for large Design and Build programmes through a competitive tender process would be advantageous.