About This Role
This is a leadership role overseeing the full lifecycle of high-rise construction projects in Addis Ababa. It suits an experienced construction professional who can balance technical oversight of complex vertical builds with financial discipline and stakeholder management. The role sits within a growing Ethiopian business group, meaning you’ll need to navigate both on-site realities and high-level client or investor expectations.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The employer is looking for someone who has not just managed projects, but specifically led high-rise or large-scale vertical construction. The emphasis on structural sequencing and MEP subcontractor oversight suggests they value hands-on technical knowledge, not just administrative project management. They likely want a candidate who can anticipate risks unique to high-rise builds, such as load-bearing challenges or safety protocols at height.
How to Approach This Application
Emphasize specific high-rise projects you have managed from start to finish, including your role in schedule development and cost control. Highlight any experience with MEP coordination and subcontractor negotiation, as these are explicitly mentioned. The employer will prioritize candidates who demonstrate both strategic planning and crisis management skills, so include examples of how you handled delays, budget overruns, or safety incidents on vertical builds.
Who This Role Suits
This role is best suited for a senior project manager or construction director with at least 8–10 years of experience in high-rise or large-scale infrastructure projects. Given the seniority and sector, competition will be moderate but selective, favoring candidates with a proven track record in the Ethiopian or similar East African construction market.
Major Responsibilities
End-to-End Project Execution: Lead and manage high-rise construction projects from groundbreaking to handover, ensuring structural integrity and design compliance.
Timeline & Scheduling: Develop baseline schedules to track critical milestones, structural sequencing (substructure to superstructure), and finishes.
Budget & Cost Control: Monitor project budgets, manage cash flow, approve subcontractor variations, and implement cost-control measures.
Subcontractor & Vendor Management: Source, negotiates with, and supervises MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) and specialized high-rise subcontractors.
Quality Assurance & HSE Compliance: Enforce strict QA/QC protocols and health, safety, and environmental standards crucial for high-risk vertical construction.
Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary liaison between clients, architects, structural engineers, and local regulatory authorities.
Academic Requirements
Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, advantageous related structural engineering discipline.
Certifications (Preferred): PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent professional engineering license.
Work Experience
Total Experience: Minimum of 10 years in construction management.
Specific Experience: At least 5 years acting as a lead Project Manager specifically on high-rise residential or commercial vertical structures (minimum 10+ stories).
Core Skills Required
High-Rise Structural Expertise: Deep understanding of vertical construction methods, tower crane logistics, and concrete/steel core technologies.
Advanced Project Scheduling: Mastery of project management software
Contract Administration: Strong knowledge standard construction contracts and claims management.
Leadership & Crisis Management: Proven ability to manage large, diverse site teams and make high-stakes decisions under pressure.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates can apply using this Email: Info@evolveaddis.com
or In person: Nega city mall basement near to sinque bank head office
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