Project Manager

Job Requirement

• Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other related fields of study. Master’s Degree or PMP certification is preferred.

• Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience in project management, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing large-scale real estate development projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical direction of all real estate development projects.
• Align project execution with company strategy and investment objectives.
• Provide expert guidance on design, construction, and project delivery.
• Establish technical standards, policies, and best practices.
• Oversee full project lifecycle including planning, design, procurement, construction, and handover.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to quality standards.
• Monitor project performance and resolve technical and operational issues.
• Review and approve project plans, schedules, and budgets in consultation with the CEO.
• Oversee allocation and utilization of technical resources across multiple projects.
• Ensure optimal utilization of engineers, architects, and consultants.
• Provide oversight of procurement activities to align with timelines, budgets, and technical requirements.
• Ensure proper planning, control, and utilization of construction materials and equipment.
• Ensure material availability aligns with project schedules to avoid delays.
• Oversee proper storage, handling, and security of materials to minimize loss and damage.
• Coordinate with Store, Procurement, and Project teams to optimize material flow and usage.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of direct reporting staff.
• Oversee architectural and engineering design processes.
• Approve drawings, specifications, and BOQs in consultation with the CEO.
• Ensure proper planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Oversee contract administration processes.
• Ensure quality of work is maintained and building standards are met.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage project scope changes and ensure successful delivery outcomes.

Required Skills:

• Extensive experience in real estate development and project management.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent budgeting, scheduling, and financial management skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and complex projects.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project and Primavera.
• Knowledge of real estate regulations, safety standards, and building codes.
• Risk management and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Salary: As per the Company Scale.

Place of Work: Addis Ababa

Skills Required:

• Architecture / Urban / Planning
• Civil / Engineering / Cotm