# Project Superintendent

> International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA) · Ibadan, Nigeria · — · Posted 2026-10-05

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** NRS

## 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](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.**_

## Apply

[Apply at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA)](https://apply.workable.com/iita/j/27AD7B7B1C/apply)

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