Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Abuja

Full time

Our client, a real estate company, is hiring an experienced Project Manager. The Ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing projects.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Define and document project scope, objectives and desired outcome
• Set and manage employer’s expectations, both internally and externally
• Prepare a budget based on project scope.
• Set and adhere to budgetary allocation.
• Estimate resource requirement, acquire it effectively and manage efficiently.
• Design a work plan for each team member depending upon project requirement and member expertise.
• Provide project updates to employer as per demand and requirement
• Create and manage contracts with suppliers and vendors, ensuring timely deliveries
• Perform regular assessment of project execution to identify areas for improvement
• Be aware of industry best practices, techniques and standards, and encourage team members to use them for effective project execution
• Track project performance periodically to ensure both short-term and long-term goals are met
• Create and maintain detailed project documentation
• Undertake risk management to minimize potential risks
• Use the right tools and techniques for easier project management
• Ensure project delivery is on time, as per scope and within the allocated budget
• Manage interdepartmental coordination to ensure smooth project execution
  
  
  

Required Skills

Besides domain and technical expertise, soft skills play a crucial role in the success of a project manager.

• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient at managing time and resources
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to draw up detailed project plans and schedules
• Proven leadership skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Capable of managing crises as and when they arise
• Adept at negotiating internally as well as externally
  
  
  

Experience/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field.
• Proven experience of two to five years in managing projects.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Domain knowledge preferred
• Proven experience in using popular project management tools such as Asana, Trello, Kanban boards,
• Knowledge of project management frameworks and best practices.
• References are essential
  
  
  

Salary: N1.8 million pa gross

Method of Application: Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CVs to careers@worknigeria.com using the job title as the subject of the email.