Technical Assistant

About the role

The Technical Assistant will support the Chief Development Officer in delivering commercial real‑estate and infrastructure projects across Port Harcourt and the wider Rivers State region. This position combines technical analysis, project coordination and administrative duties to ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical and administrative support on multiple development and construction projects.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, executing and monitoring commercial real‑estate and infrastructure initiatives.
• Review architectural, structural and engineering drawings, specifications and technical reports for compliance and quality.
• Monitor project progress, timelines, budgets and deliverables, delivering regular updates and recommendations.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, engineering standards, industry codes and health‑safety requirements.
• Conduct technical analyses, feasibility assessments and risk evaluations to support decision‑making.
• Participate in project meetings, prepare minutes and follow up on action items.
• Support procurement by reviewing technical submissions and evaluating contractor performance.
• Prepare presentations, reports, project dashboards and executive briefs for management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum 5–6 years of relevant experience in commercial real‑estate development, construction or project management.
• Proven experience supporting complex construction or development projects from concept through completion.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project delivery processes and facility maintenance.
• Sound knowledge of building regulations, engineering standards and industry codes.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Project
• Primavera P6 (or similar project‑management tools)
• AutoCAD (ability to interpret technical drawings)