House of Pope Ltd. is seeking a proactive, organised and results-driven Project Manager on behalf of its client to oversee and coordinate projects from conception through completion, ensuring that organisational initiatives are delivered within approved timelines, budgets and scope.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior management, departmental heads and other stakeholders to translate organisational objectives into actionable project plans, coordinate resources, monitor implementation and ensure effective project delivery.
The role requires a structured thinker with strong planning, problem-solving, financial management and stakeholder coordination skills. The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities, anticipate project risks, resolve implementation challenges and maintain clear visibility of project progress.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Development
Work with senior management to define project objectives, scope, deliverables and expected outcomes.
Translate organisational priorities and strategic initiatives into structured project plans.
Develop project schedules, implementation roadmaps, milestones and resource allocation plans.
Establish project budgets, cost estimates and expenditure monitoring mechanisms.
Define project roles, responsibilities and reporting structures.
Ensure that project plans align with organisational objectives, operational priorities and available resources.
Project Implementation & Coordination
Coordinate project activities from initiation through execution, monitoring and closure.
Work with cross-functional teams, departmental heads, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure effective implementation.
Monitor project milestones, deliverables, timelines and resource utilisation.
Coordinate meetings, progress reviews and implementation updates.
Ensure that project activities are executed in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
Identify implementation bottlenecks and facilitate timely resolution.
Maintain effective communication among project stakeholders to ensure alignment and accountability.
Budget, Resource & Risk Management
Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and identify cost variations.
Prepare budget forecasts, expenditure reports and financial progress updates.
Ensure efficient utilisation of human, financial and material resources.
Identify potential project risks, assess their impact and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Escalate significant project risks, delays and resource constraints to senior management.
Recommend corrective actions where project delivery deviates from approved objectives, budgets or timelines.
Stakeholder Management & Reporting
Serve as the primary coordination and communication point for project-related updates.
Provide regular progress reports to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
Maintain accurate records of project activities, decisions, deliverables and outstanding actions.
Prepare project briefs, status reports, presentations and management updates.
Coordinate stakeholder engagements and ensure that agreed commitments are followed through.
Maintain transparent communication regarding project progress, challenges and expected completion dates.
Project Monitoring, Evaluation & Improvement
Establish appropriate project monitoring tools, performance indicators and reporting dashboards.
Track project performance against approved timelines, budgets, scope and deliverables.
Conduct project reviews and post-implementation evaluations.
Identify lessons learned, operational gaps and opportunities for improvement.
Recommend process improvements to strengthen project delivery and organisational efficiency.
Maintain project documentation and ensure that relevant records are properly organised and accessible.
Technology & Productivity
Utilise project management tools such as Jira, Asana or equivalent platforms to plan, monitor and coordinate project activities.
Apply Agile, Scrum or other appropriate project management methodologies where relevant.
Use Microsoft 365 and other digital productivity tools for project documentation, collaboration and reporting.
Develop and maintain project trackers, dashboards and implementation schedules.
Identify opportunities to improve project management processes through technology and automation.
Required Competencies
Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies and implementation processes.
Demonstrable ability to develop project plans, schedules, budgets and resource allocation frameworks.
Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana or equivalent tools.
Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and other project delivery frameworks.
Strong budget monitoring, financial forecasting and cost-control skills.
Ability to develop project reports, dashboards and performance monitoring tools.
Strong risk identification, assessment and mitigation capabilities.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor\'s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Management Sciences or a related discipline.
3 - 5 years of relevant project management or project coordination experience.
Experience working within corporate consulting, construction, technology or other structured project environments in Nigeria will be an advantage.
Demonstrable experience coordinating projects, managing timelines, tracking deliverables and working with multiple stakeholders.
Project Management Certification (preferred but not compulsory)