Land & Property Surveyor (Land Administration & Property Advisory) – Lagos, Nigeria
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Land & Property Surveyor (Land Administration & Property Advisory)
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Company: African Land
Employment Type: Full-time
About African Land
African Land is a fast-growing property services and development company operating across Nigeria and Africa. We specialise in land acquisition, development advisory, valuation, and end-to-end property services, delivering secure, compliant, and high-value real estate assets.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly qualified Land & Property Surveyor of the highest professional and academic caliber to join our Lagos-based team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in land acquisition due diligence, title verification, valuation, surveying, and regulatory compliance across a diverse property portfolio.
This role is ideal for a surveyor who combines technical depth, legal and regulatory fluency, and commercial awareness in Nigeria’s complex land and property environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct land and property surveys, boundary identification, and site measurements.
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Lead land acquisition due diligence, including title investigation and verification.
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Prepare, review, and interpret survey plans, deed plans, and land documentation.
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Manage land title regularisation processes, including Governor’s Consent, C of O, and other statutory approvals.
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Liaise with the Lagos State Lands Bureau, Surveyor-General’s Office, and relevant regulatory authorities.
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Undertake property valuations for acquisition, development, investment, and financing purposes.
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Provide advisory support on land tenure, zoning, encumbrances, and development constraints.
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Support dispute resolution related to boundaries, ownership, and land documentation.
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Maintain accurate land records, GIS data, and documentation control.
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Advise internal teams on land risks, mitigation strategies, and transaction structuring.
Required Qualifications
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B.Sc/B.Tech and M.Sc (or M.Tech) in Estate Management, Land Surveying, or Estate Management & Valuation from a recognised, competitive institution.
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5–10+ years of professional experience in land surveying, property valuation, and land administration, preferably in Lagos.
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Strong, demonstrable experience handling Lagos land titles, documentation, and regulatory processes.
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Excellent understanding of Nigerian land tenure systems, planning laws, and property regulations.
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Proven ability to manage sensitive transactions and high-value land assets.
Preferred Academic Background (Indicator of Highest Quality & Caliber)
While outstanding candidates from all accredited institutions are encouraged to apply, strong preference will be given to applicants educated at Nigeria’s most competitive built environment and surveying schools, including:
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University of Lagos (UNILAG)
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Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)
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Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)
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Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA)
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Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria
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University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
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Covenant University
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Yaba College of Technology (for exceptional, professionally qualified candidates)
(Candidates from other institutions must demonstrate equivalent excellence through licensing, experience, and transaction history.)
Professional Registration (Highly Advantageous)
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Registration with the Estate Surveyors and Valuers Registration Board of Nigeria (ESVARBON)
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Membership of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV)
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For land surveying–focused candidates: registration with SURCON is a strong advantage
Technical & Professional Skills
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Strong competence in land surveying methods, measurement, and interpretation.
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Proficiency with survey tools and mapping technologies (including GPS/GNSS, total stations, and GIS where applicable).
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Strong valuation skills across land, residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties.
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High accuracy in documentation, reporting, and regulatory submissions.
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Ability to interpret survey plans, title documents, and legal instruments with precision.
Personal Attributes
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Meticulous, detail-driven, and risk-aware.
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Confident dealing with government agencies, legal advisers, and private landowners.
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Commercially minded with strong ethical standards.
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Reliable, discreet, and capable of handling sensitive property matters.
What We Offer
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Competitive remuneration aligned with experience and capability.
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Opportunity to work on strategic land acquisitions and major developments in Lagos and beyond.
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Clear progression to Senior Surveyor / Property Advisory Lead roles.
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Exposure to complex, high-value land and property transactions.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their CV (and relevant project or transaction summaries where available) to:
Email Subject: Land & Property Surveyor – Lagos | African Land
To apply for this job email your details to jobs@wigmoretrading.com
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