BRIEF DESCRIPTIONThe Construction Project Manager I role involves managing the development and construction of church projects, including meetinghouses and welfare projects. The incumbent is responsible for project management, cost control, and ensuring timely completion of projects.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is a worldwide faith of over 16 million members centered on the belief that everyone on earth is a son or daughter of a loving God1 and that His Son, Jesus Christ, saved the world from sin and death. Jesus Christ invites all of God’s children to come unto, follow, and become more like Him.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Construction Project Manager I Jobposting service
Job ID: 378609
Location: 5 Gbemi Oluwa Close, Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Category: FC - Facilities, Construction & Real Estate
Job Description
Incumbent has primary accountability for the development and construction of assigned construction projects.
Such projects include new meetinghouses, church education system (CES) seminaries and small institutes, and small welfare projects, large remove and install (R&I) projects.
Incumbent is expected to meet performance standards associated with the costs, quality, and timeliness objectives of the department.
This role is an individual contributor doing developing-level, professional work.
ResponsibilitiesProject manage the work of service providers such as architects, consultants, contractors to achieve standards of performance; seeks and provides input to continually improve performance.
Assist in analyzing project information to continuously seek ways to meet standards of performance in cost, quality, and timelines.
Provide support and contribute to work of other related functions such as operations and maintenance (O&M) by providing expertise and services as needed.
Ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of real estate properties to anticipate impact on construction costs and timeliness requirements.
Provide effective project management support to local church leaders to solve their problems within established policy.
Take the lead in coordinating and collaborating about the project to both external and stakeholders.
Develop professional skills and receive training to improve professional competence.
Complete moderately complex professional duties requiring some independent judgement and some guidance and supervision.
QualificationsRequired:Must be an active member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints and worthy of a temple recommend.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Building Technology, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of relevant education, professional certifications, and directly related experience.
Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in construction project management, construction supervision, engineering, architecture, project controls, or a related field, including:
Planning and managing construction projects from initiation through completion.
Contractor procurement, bid evaluation, and contract administration.
Construction cost estimating, budgeting, and cost control.
Project scheduling, monitoring, and reporting.
Managing multiple concurrent projects.
Minimum of 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience, including responsibility for directing project teams, consultants, contractors, or multidisciplinary stakeholders.
Demonstrated leadership, business, management, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
Proven ability to communicate professionally and effectively with:
Ecclesiastical leaders.
Real estate representatives.
Architects and engineers.
Contractors and vendors.
Government agencies and regulatory authorities.
City building officials, zoning boards, and community stakeholders.
Strong knowledge of:Construction project management principles and methodologies.
Construction estimating and cost management.
Scheduling and project controls.
Construction contracts and procurement practices.
Building regulations, permitting processes, and safety requirements.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
Proficiency in:Microsoft Office Suite.
Construction scheduling and project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent).
Cost control, reporting, and project analytics tools.
Ability to travel regularly within the assigned area to oversee construction projects and site activities.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to drive to project locations.
Must possess a valid international passport.
Preferred Qualifications:Professional certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, CCM, PMI-SP, or equivalent.
Experience managing institutional, commercial, educational, religious, or large-scale construction projects.
Experience working across multiple project sites and with geographically dispersed stakeholders.
Experience managing projects in West Africa or similar multinational environments.
Application Closing Date20th November, 2026, 01:00 AM.
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