Job Description

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position: Project Superintendent

Contract: 3-years renewable contract

Location: Ibadan

Closing Date: 19 October 2026

DUTIES

• Lead and manage the on-site construction team i.e. foremen, sub-foremen, artisans.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and quality standards.
• Apportion work among staff according to their specialized training.
• Coordinate new construction and major remodelling which involves scheduling, meetings, and reviewing of project documents (e.g. contracts, specifications, blueprints) as necessary.
• Monitor and report on the work progress.
• Keep track of material stock and orders with the supply chain unit.
• Create labour and material schedules to guide the project are within the budget.
• Motivates subordinates and others to top performance.
• Maintain project files for work scopes, drawings logs, sketches, photographs, and all correspondences.
• Ensure early and timely delivery of renovated buildings in the residences for take-over by Housing unit.
• Assist to develop the F.M.S project online database, work order request (WOR) systems for ease of the work.
• Ensure a good customer relation.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisors.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION

HND/B.Sc. in Civil Engineering or related field with a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in construction project supervision, site management, or project execution in a well-structured environment.

COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate must have:

• Project Management and Coordination skills.
• Leadership and Team Management skills.
• Strong knowledge of Safety, Quality, and Compliance Management.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written).

Benefits

REMUNERATION

We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: https://apply.workable.com/iita/#jobs no later than Two Weeks from the date of this publication.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.