Project Manager

Company Description Venus Engineering is a privately held electromechanical and civil engineering firm founded in 2026, providing design, deployment, construction, operation and maintenance, consultancy, and capacity-building services. The company serves a diverse range of clients with integrated engineering solutions that span the full project lifecycle. Venus Engineering emphasizes technical excellence, reliable delivery, and long-term partnerships. Team members collaborate across disciplines to support complex projects and contribute to sustainable infrastructure development. More information about the company and its services is available at https://www.venusengineering.et. Role Description The Project Manager role is a full-time, on-site position based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Project Manager will plan, coordinate, and oversee engineering projects from initiation through completion, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets are met. Daily responsibilities include developing project plans, monitoring progress, managing risks, and coordinating with internal teams, clients, suppliers, and contractors. The role involves supervising expediting activities, tracking materials and equipment, arranging inspections, and resolving logistics-related issues to keep projects on schedule. The Project Manager will also prepare status reports, maintain project documentation, support compliance with relevant standards and regulations, and contribute to continuous improvement of project management practices. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong Project Management skills, including project planning, execution, monitoring, and stakeholder coordination. Candidates should possess Expeditor and Expediting skills to manage procurement follow-up, track deliveries, and minimize delays. Candidates should possess Inspection skills to coordinate and review quality checks, site inspections, and compliance with technical specifications. Candidates should possess Logistics Management skills to organize transportation, warehousing, and on-time delivery of materials and equipment. Relevant bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field; advanced certifications in project management (e.g., PMP or equivalent) are an advantage. Experience managing electromechanical or civil engineering projects, preferably within consultancy, construction, or operations environments. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and a focus on safety and quality. Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and interact with clients and suppliers. Proficiency in project management tools and MS Office; familiarity with scheduling software (e.g., MS Project or similar) is beneficial. Ability to work on-site in Addis Ababa, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing project requirements.