Construction Foreman at Casalavoro Limited – Wuse 2, Abuja

Casalavoro Limited is recruiting a full-time Construction Foreman in Wuse 2, Abuja, to source, mobilise and coordinate skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled construction workers across its projects.

The role coordinates labour availability, worker attendance, deployment, payment follow-up and record-keeping to support timely project delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain a database and dependable network of masons, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, welders, tilers, painters, POP installers, iron benders and general labourers.
• Record workers’ trades, experience, contact details, agreed rates, availability and deployment history, and maintain a ready pool that can be called upon at short notice.
• Work with the Head of Construction, Site Engineers, Project Managers and site supervisors to forecast labour needs and source the required workers for approved schedules.
• Coordinate worker deployment and movement between construction sites and arrange prompt replacements when workers are absent or unsuitable.
• Negotiate labour rates within approved budgets and ensure that terms and agreements are documented and authorised.
• Track worker attendance, punctuality, site allocation and work completed, confirming records with project supervisors.
• Verify attendance, agreed rates, work records and payment requests before forwarding them for approval.
• Follow up with Finance and Accounts on worker payments, outstanding balances and reconciliations, and report unusual labour costs or possible overruns.
• Maintain accurate workforce, attendance, pay and deployment records and prepare regular management reports.
• Build relationships with labour suppliers, artisan associations, trade groups and independent contractors.
• Ensure workers understand their reporting locations, working times, duties and site rules, and coordinate safety induction with the Site Safety Team.
• Address labour complaints, disputes, shortages and payment concerns, escalating significant problems where required.
• Review construction schedules to anticipate manpower demands, prevent project delays and improve workforce coordination.

Qualifications and requirements

• Minimum OND or HND in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years’ experience in construction labour coordination, workforce management, manpower sourcing, labour supply or construction project operations.
• An established and verifiable network of construction artisans and skilled and unskilled workers.
• Strong knowledge of construction trades, labour availability, project schedules and multi-site deployment.
• Proven ability to mobilise substantial numbers of workers at short notice.
• Experience monitoring attendance, negotiated rates, payment schedules, labour expenses and workforce records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other workforce or record-management tools.
• Excellent negotiation, organisation, communication, relationship management, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• High standards of integrity, reliability, accountability and professionalism.
• Willingness to travel between project sites as required.