Project Manager - Real Estate

Role Overview

Project Manager – Real Estate at HILL International.

Role Purpose

Manage the development, implementation, and delivery of large-scale infrastructure and real estate projects from initiation through completion, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, schedule, safety, and quality standards while coordinating internal resources, external vendors, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scope Management

• Develop and implement project plans, schedules, budgets, and objectives aligned with organizational goals.
• Develop project scopes and objectives involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Analyze project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs.

Execution & Coordination

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and team members to ensure project objectives are met.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members.

Performance Monitoring & Control

• Monitor and control project progress and performance.
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.
• Monitor project costs and ensure cost efficiency.
• Identify and resolve project issues.

Reporting & Compliance

• Report and escalate to management as needed.
• Provide regular reports on project progress and performance.
• Ensure compliance with project safety and quality standards.
• Inform themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures in place within HILL International, and ensure continued compliance with these requirements while employed by HILL.

Documentation & Resource Management

• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure or city development projects.
• Extensive experience in the project management of water and wastewater works.
• Experience of major government and/or semi-government program and projects implementations.
• A record of engagement with government entities and utility providers.
• Experience of implementing a zero accident philosophy.
• Proven track record of successful project management.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of professional project management processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of project management software and tools.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.