General Manager - Construction (Expatriate) Job at Adexen Recruitment Agency

Adexen Recruitment Agency - Our client, a leading African conglomerate, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: General Manager - Construction (Expatriate)

Job Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Key Responsibilities

  • The General Manager will act as the businee builder within the group, responsible for setting up and scaling the new unit into a market leader.
  • This is an intrapreneurial leadership role combining the autonomy and accountability of a business founder with the resources and backing of a large Group.

Business Leadership


  • Lead the setup, launch, and scale-up of the Construction Division.
  • Define and implement the strategic and operational roadmap, aligned with Group priorities.
  • Take full P&L ownership and ensure sustainable growth and profitability.
  • Drive business development, identify new project opportunities, and secure contracts across Africa.
  • Build strong client, government, and partner relationships to enhance market positioning.

Project & Operational Management

  • Oversee end-to-end project execution, from bidding to delivery.
  • Establish systems for budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and risk management.
  • Direct procurement, equipment utilization, and subcontractor/vendor management.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to international quality standards.
  • Enforce HSE standards and compliance with regulatory frameworks.

People & Culture

  • Recruit, develop, and lead a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
  • Create a culture of ownership, accountability, and intrapreneurship within the division.
  • Promote innovation, sustainability, and technology adoption in construction practices.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as the company’s representative with government bodies, financial institutions, and industry stakeholders.
  • Build trusted relationships with consultants, architects, engineers, and regulators.
  • Advise Group leadership on construction strategy, challenges, and opportunities.

Desired Skills and Experience
Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
  • MBA/Master’s preferred; PMP certification desirable.

Experience:

  • 18–20 years of experience in the construction sector, including 7–10 years in senior executive management.
  • Proven success in launching or scaling new operations/divisions.
  • Track record of delivering large, complex projects across Africa or emerging markets.
  • Strong experience in financial management, cost engineering, and contract administration.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage large multicultural teams and capital-intensive operations.

Competencies:

  • Strategic thinker with entrepreneurial and commercial drive.
  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Hands-on leader able to combine vision with execution.
  • Adaptable to complex, fast-changing, and multicultural environments.



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