About this role

Job title: Head of Real Estate

Location: Lagos

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and results-driven Development Manager to lead the successful delivery of high-profile real estate and construction projects from concept through completion.
This is a leadership role for a seasoned project delivery professional who can coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience in development management, construction project delivery, commercial management, and client engagement, with a proven ability to drive projects from inception to successful handover.

Project Development & Delivery:

Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple real estate development and construction projects from feasibility through completion.
Develop and manage project execution plans, delivery strategies, timelines, and project programmes.
Coordinate architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, contractors, and specialist consultants throughout the project lifecycle.
Monitor project scope, timelines, budgets, quality standards, and risks to ensure successful delivery.
Lead project meetings and provide clear progress reports to clients and senior management.
Oversee procurement activities, including consultant appointments, contractor selection, and tender processes.
Manage contract administration and commercial matters in collaboration with project consultants.
Coordinate statutory approvals, regulatory submissions, permits, and stakeholder engagement through project completion.

Client & Stakeholder Management:

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients throughout the project lifecycle.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional service delivery and proactive communication.
Present project updates, performance reports, and recommendations to executive stakeholders and project sponsors.
Manage client expectations and resolve project issues before they impact delivery.
Collaborate effectively with government agencies, consultants, contractors, and other key stakeholders.

Commercial & Business Development:

Support the preparation of proposals, tenders, project bids, and fee submissions.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the real estate and construction sectors.
Build and maintain relationships with developers, investors, consultants, contractors, and industry partners.
Contribute to strategic initiatives that support business growth and market expansion.

Leadership & Team Management:

Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams across multiple developments.
Mentor and support junior project managers and project team members.
Foster accountability, collaboration, and high-performance project execution.
Promote best practices in project governance, reporting, and delivery standards.

You will play a key role in:

Successfully delivering major real estate and construction projects from inception to completion.
Building strong client relationships through exceptional project execution.
Driving project quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery.
Leading multidisciplinary teams to achieve outstanding project outcomes.
Supporting the company’s growth through business development and strategic client engagement.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
10–15 years of experience delivering complex real estate or construction projects.
Proven experience managing projects from concept, planning, and design through construction and final handover.
Strong knowledge of procurement, contract administration, commercial management, and project controls.
Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, and international stakeholders.
Strong understanding of project planning, budgeting, scheduling, quality assurance, and risk management.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, MBA, or a related field.
Professional certifications such as PMP, RICS, CIOB, COREN, NSE, or equivalent.
Experience delivering commercial, mixed-use, hospitality, infrastructure, or large-scale development projects.
Previous experience working with international developers, investors, or development finance institutions.
Why This Role Matters
This role is critical to delivering complex development projects that meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and commercial success.

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Head of Real Estate