Project Manager

• Listing summary: MIDROC Construction Ethiopia PLC, a leading civil engineering firm in Addis Ababa, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee large construction projects across the country. The role requires managing project milestones, budgets, quality, safety and client satisfaction from mobilization to completion. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, with at least 12 years of progressive experience leading medium‑scale construction projects. The successful applicant will contribute to the company’s reputation for delivering high‑quality, internationally standard infrastructure projects.

Vacancy Number: MCE/FORM/5/348

Company Snapshot

MIDROC Construction Ethiopia PLC, established in 1996 and a subsidiary of MIDROC Investment Group, is a leading civil engineering company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The company has played a significant role in the country’s infrastructure development, with a diverse portfolio that includes the construction of luxurious five-star hotels, referral hospitals, high-rise buildings, international conference halls, industrial facilities, roads, airport infrastructures, and stadiums. MIDROC Construction is dedicated to delivering high-quality projects that adhere to international standards, contributing to Ethiopia’s urbanization and overall development.

The Opportunity

Role Overview:  

Key Impact:

Key Performance Indicators

• Project milestones and overall completion achieved against the approved baseline schedule.

• Cost performance against the approved budget and forecast.

• Quality of completed work and closure of non-conformities.

• Safety and environmental performance, including timely closure of corrective actions.

• Timeliness and accuracy of reports, forecasts, claims, and project documentation.

• Client satisfaction and effective closeout of outstanding items.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities:

Task Breakdown:

• Plan, coordinate, and manage construction projects from mobilization through completion, in line with approved scope, drawings, specifications, budget, and schedule.

• Develop project execution plans, work programs, resource plans, procurement schedules, and cash-flow forecasts in coordination with relevant departments.

• Lead project teams and coordinate engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and client representatives.

• Monitor progress, cost, quality, productivity, and contractual obligations; identify deviations and implement corrective actions.

• Manage project risks, changes, claims, variations, and site instructions in accordance with contract requirements and company procedures.

• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety, environmental, quality assurance, and statutory requirements.

• Prepare and submit progress reports, meeting minutes, forecasts, and completion documentation; escalate significant issues to management.

• Coordinate inspections, testing, handover, defects rectification, and final project closeout.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, a relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

• Certifications: Professional registration or a relevant project-management certification is an advantage where applicable.

Years of Experience:

• 12 years experience

• Substantial experience managing 2 medium construction projects of comparable type and complexity, with demonstrated responsibility for time, cost, quality, and teams.

• Experience with construction contracts, project planning, budgeting, reporting, and project-management software.

Skills:

Technical Skills:

• Project planning, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

• Competence with relevant project-management and office software.

Soft Skills:

• Leadership, team coordination, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

• Strong communication, reporting, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of construction methods, drawings, specifications, contracts, and risk management.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should submit the following documents:

• Updated curriculum vitae (CV).

• Cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.

• Scanned/Copies of relevant educational certificates and professional qualifications.

• Evidence of relevant work experience and professional certifications, where applicable.

• Names and contact details of three professional referees

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications via Telegram at 0911207433 or in person at MIDROC Construction Head Office, Mekanisa

Please note, Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.

Important Application Notice:

• if you submit your CV Via Telegram, please ensure that it is successfully uploaded and confirm by calling the phone number provided

• Applicants must clearly indicate “Job Position” , S.N of the position, and their preferred duty station in the subject line of their application.

• Applicants are advised to carefully review the requirements and responsibilities of each position before applying.

and company procedures.

• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety, environmental, quality assurance, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare and submit progress reports, meeting minutes, forecasts, and completion documentation; escalate significant issues to management.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, handover, defects rectification, and final project closeout.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, a relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Certifications: Professional registration or a relevant project-management certification is an advantage where applicable.

Years of Experience:

• 12 years experience
• Substantial experience managing 2 medium construction projects of comparable type and complexity, with demonstrated responsibility for time, cost, quality, and teams.
• Experience with construction contracts, project planning, budgeting, reporting, and project-management software.

Skills:

Technical Skills

• Project planning, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Competence with relevant project-management and office software.

Soft Skills:

• Leadership, team coordination, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• Strong communication, reporting, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of construction methods, drawings, specifications, contracts, and risk management.