Senior Project Manager , ICT Solutions & Systems Integration

Project Manager – ICT Solutions & Systems Integration Company: Edge Communication Technologies PLC (Edge Comm-Tech) Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Project Operations Reports To: Project Operations Manager / Chief Operating Officer (COO) Experience Required: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience About Edge Comm-Tech Edge Communication Technologies PLC is an Ethiopian technology solutions and systems integration company established in 2018, delivering innovative, reliable, and scalable technology solutions across Ethiopia and beyond. With our mission to "Accelerate Africa's Digital Transformation," we specialize in enterprise networking, cyber security, systems and cloud infrastructure, datacenter solutions, power technologies, software and AI solutions, education technologies, and related ICT infrastructure. We are seeking a competent, proactive, and results-oriented Project Manager with proven experience managing ICT solutions and systems integration projects, building strong client relationships, and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects successfully. Key Responsibilities 1. Project Planning & Scope Management Review and understand project contracts, technical specifications, scope of work (SoW), BoMs, BoQs, and customer requirements. Develop comprehensive project management plans, work breakdown structures (WBS), schedules, milestones, and deliverables. Define project objectives, resource requirements, timelines, responsibilities, and acceptance criteria. Identify project constraints, dependencies, assumptions, and potential risks. Manage scope changes and ensure proper approval of variations and additional work. 2. Project Execution & Team Leadership Establish and coordinate effective project teams based on technical requirements and project complexity. Assign responsibilities and coordinate engineering, supply chain, finance, and other supporting departments. Lead project kickoff meetings, progress reviews, site coordination meetings, and project closure activities. Monitor project progress against approved schedules, budgets, and quality requirements. Resolve implementation challenges and escalate critical issues promptly. Ensure project teams maintain productivity, accountability, and effective communication. 3. Client & Stakeholder Relationship Management Build and maintain strong professional relationships with customers, consultants, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders. Serve as the primary coordination point for assigned projects. Understand customer expectations and maintain clear, proactive communication throughout project execution. Conduct regular project progress meetings and provide accurate status reports. Manage customer concerns, project risks, and stakeholder expectations professionally. Strengthen customer confidence and identify opportunities for long-term business relationships. 4. Project Budget, Cost & Resource Management Develop and monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, and resource allocation plans. Track project expenditures, procurement commitments, implementation costs, and financial performance. Coordinate with Project Finance and Supply Chain teams to ensure effective financial planning and timely material availability. Identify cost overruns, schedule delays, and resource constraints and implement corrective actions. Protect project profitability through efficient resource utilization and cost control. 5. Procurement & Vendor Coordination Coordinate with Supply Chain teams to ensure timely procurement, shipment, customs clearance, and delivery of project materials. Monitor vendor commitments, equipment availability, delivery schedules, and contractual obligations. Coordinate with OEMs, distributors, subcontractors, and technical partners where required. Ensure materials and services are delivered according to approved specifications and project schedules. 6. Project Quality, Risk & Compliance Ensure project execution complies with contractual requirements, approved technical designs, quality standards, and applicable regulations. Maintain project risk registers, issue logs, action trackers, and change-control documentation. Coordinate technical inspections, testing, commissioning, and quality assurance activities with engineering teams. Ensure proper management of project documentation and contractual correspondence. Take corrective action to prevent delays, cost overruns, and quality-related problems. 7. Project Acceptance, Closure & Payment Collection Support Coordinate project milestones, customer inspections, testing, commissioning, and final acceptance. Ensure timely preparation and submission of project progress reports, delivery notes, completion certificates, and acceptance documentation. Work closely with Project Finance and customers to support milestone invoicing and payment collection. Follow up on outstanding technical, contractual, and administrative issues affecting project closure. Ensure proper project handover, customer training, warranty coordination, and lessons-learned documentation. Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering  or a related field. A master's degree in Project Management, Engineering Management, or Business Administration is an added advantage. Professional Experience Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in project management or project coordination, with demonstrated responsibility for delivering ICT or technology infrastructure projects. Previous experience working for an ICT systems integrator, technology solutions provider, engineering services company, or similar project-based organization is strongly preferred. Proven experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and stakeholders. Demonstrated experience coordinating multidisciplinary technical teams and external partners. Experience managing enterprise technology projects for financial institutions, government organizations, universities, or large enterprises is an advantage. Practical understanding of ICT infrastructure, networking, datacenter systems, cloud infrastructure, power solutions, or related technologies. Preferred Certifications Project Management Professional (PMP) PRINCE2 Practitioner or Foundation Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) Agile or Scrum project management certification ITIL or other relevant technology service management certification Professional certifications are advantageous but are not mandatory for candidates with strong, demonstrated project delivery experience. Required Skills & Competencies Strong project planning, scheduling, and execution management skills. Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management capabilities. Ability to understand technical project requirements, contracts, specifications, and deliverables. Strong project budgeting, cost monitoring, and financial awareness. Proven leadership, team coordination, and conflict-resolution skills. Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and reporting skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent platforms. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and project reporting tools. High professional integrity, accountability, ownership, teamwork, and commitment to customer satisfaction. Willingness to travel to project sites across Ethiopia when required. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit: Updated CV Brief cover letter highlighting relevant ICT project management experience Application Email: hr@edgecomm-tech.com Email Subject: Application – Project Manager (ICT Solutions)