Programme and Commercial Delivery Officer (P&CDO)

Our client, a leading infrastructure development company in Lagos, is responsible for planning, financing, delivering, and operating a landmark highway and urban development project. The project is designed to enhance regional infrastructure, foster economic growth, and drive long-term sustainable development in Nigeria.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Programme and Commercial Delivery Officer (P&CDO) to provide strategic oversight and operational leadership across the project’s lifecycle. The ideal candidate will drive programme delivery, cost efficiency, risk management, and stakeholder coordination to ensure timely and successful completion of the highway project.

The P&CDO will be responsible for integrating programme management and commercial strategy, ensuring adherence to FIDIC EPC Silver Book standards, and maintaining alignment with project timelines, budgets, and quality objectives. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to one of Nigeria’s most transformative infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the integrated programme plan covering both stages of the project, with defined milestones and delivery targets.

• Manage procurement and contracting processes in line with FIDIC Silver Book standards and local regulations.

• Oversee cost control, budget forecasting, and financial performance reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

• Identify and mitigate programme and commercial risks to ensure successful project execution.

• Lead stakeholder engagement with government agencies, regulators, contractors, and consultants.

• Ensure full compliance with regulatory, contractual, and quality standards.

• Supervise and mentor multidisciplinary teams, fostering accountability, collaboration, and high performance.

• Report progress, risks, and outcomes to the CEO, Board, and relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in programme and commercial management of large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably highways or land reclamation works.

• Strong understanding of FIDIC EPC Silver Book contracts, procurement frameworks, and risk management methodologies.

• Demonstrated success in cost management, contract administration, and stakeholder coordination.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Finance, or related discipline.

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field is an advantage.

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a senior project or commercial management role.

• Proficiency in project management and financial reporting tools.

Key Skills

• Strategic programme leadership and delivery management

• Strong commercial and contractual acumen

• Excellent stakeholder and relationship management

• Effective risk management and problem-solving skills

• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in complex project environments

Remuneration

A competitive salary and performance-based incentives will be offered, commensurate with the scale and complexity of the project.