Project Manager

Job Summary

The Project Manager will steer projects from early planning to final handover, making sure each assignment is completed on schedule, within approved budget, and aligned with quality, safety, and company standards. This position is responsible for coordinating planning, allocating resources, managing risks, engaging stakeholders, and driving execution to support wider business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct projects through planning, implementation, tracking, and final delivery.
• Create and maintain project plans, timelines, budgets, resource forecasts, and risk logs.
• Set project scope, goals, deliverables, and measures of success.
• Control schedule, cost, quality, and overall performance across the project life cycle.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, consultants, contractors, and outside stakeholders.
• Track progress and take corrective action when milestones or targets are at risk.
• Identify project risks and issues, then plan and apply mitigation measures.
• Ensure adherence to company procedures, contract terms, legal requirements, and industry standards.
• Prepare status reports, dashboards, executive briefs, and presentations for leadership.
• Oversee procurement, contractual matters, and change requests when required.
• Lead project meetings and keep communication clear and consistent among all parties.
• Maintain accurate project records, documentation, and close-out files.
• Encourage continuous improvement and the use of effective project management practices.
• Guide and mentor team members to help the project achieve its targets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or an equivalent project management certification is preferred.
• Any required professional accreditation relevant to the discipline should be valid.
• At least 15 years of professional project management experience is required.
• Strong history of delivering large or complex projects successfully.
• Experience handling multidisciplinary teams and several projects at the same time.
• Background in stakeholder coordination and contract administration is an advantage.
• Excellent command of project governance, quality assurance, risk control, and organizational policies.

Skills & Competencies

• Project planning and delivery
• Leadership and people management
• Budget preparation and cost control
• Scheduling and timeline management
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Stakeholder and client coordination
• Contract and procurement oversight
• Quality assurance
• Strategic decision-making
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Communication, negotiation, and presentation
• Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Primavera P6

Mandatory Requirements

• A strong employment record showing progressive responsibility and leadership.
• Extensive experience in the relevant specialization.
• Valid professional accreditation and/or project management certification, where applicable.
• Active membership in a recognized professional association related to the field.
• Demonstrated ability to complete projects on time, within budget, and to the expected quality level.
• Solid understanding of project governance, quality assurance, risk management, and company policies.