Construction Project Manager – High-Rise Residential Development

CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING • SENIOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY

About the Opportunity

A leading construction and engineering organisation in Tanzania, recruiting through Talent Archer, is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead a large-scale affordable housing development in Zanzibar.

This opportunity is intended for a senior construction professional with extensive experience managing high-rise residential or commercial building projects, including developments of 10–12 floors or above.

The successful candidate will oversee construction planning, execution, project scheduling, workforce and equipment management, cost control, quality assurance, safety and timely project delivery.

Position Details

Position: Construction Project Manager

Recruitment Contact: Talent Archer

Project Location: Zanzibar, Tanzania

Industry: Construction & Engineering

Project Type: Large-Scale Affordable Housing Development

Construction Specialisation: High-Rise Residential / Commercial Buildings

Experience Required: 10–15+ years in construction project management

Project Management Software: Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project

Job Purpose

The Construction Project Manager will lead the end-to-end planning, coordination and execution of a major affordable housing construction project in Zanzibar.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of reinforced cement concrete (RCC) structures, concrete works and formwork systems, combined with the ability to manage project resources, budgets, scheduling, quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

1. Construction Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end construction planning and project execution.
• Develop construction methodologies appropriate to project requirements.
• Prepare and manage project implementation schedules.
• Coordinate activities to support efficient delivery of the development.

2. Resource & Site Management

• Manage project manpower and workforce deployment.
• Oversee the allocation and utilisation of machinery and equipment.
• Coordinate materials and construction site logistics.
• Optimise project resources to improve operational efficiency.

3. Project Cost & Performance Control

• Monitor construction project budgets and expenditure.
• Track productivity and project progress.
• Apply cost-control and resource-optimisation practices.
• Support timely and cost-effective delivery of the project.

4. Quality & Safety Oversight

• Monitor construction quality across project activities.
• Oversee project safety performance.
• Apply technical knowledge of RCC structures, concrete works and formwork systems.
• Support effective coordination of construction activities to meet project requirements.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Construction Project Management: 10–15+ years of relevant professional experience.
• High-Rise Projects: Proven experience managing residential or commercial buildings of 10–12 floors or above.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of reinforced cement concrete (RCC) structures, concrete works and formwork systems.
• Planning & Execution: Expertise in construction planning, project implementation and execution.
• Site Operations: Strong experience managing manpower, equipment and construction resources.
• Project Controls: Experience in scheduling, cost control and resource optimisation.
• Software: Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• International Experience: Previous experience on international construction projects, particularly in Africa or the Middle East, is an added advantage.

IMPORTANT • PROJECT EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

Proven High-Rise Construction Experience Required

Applicants must demonstrate experience managing residential or commercial buildings of 10–12 floors or above, alongside substantial construction project management experience.

Candidates should ensure their CV clearly identifies relevant high-rise projects, the number of floors, their project management responsibilities and experience with RCC structures and project scheduling tools.

Core Technical & Management Competencies

• High-rise residential and commercial construction.
• Reinforced cement concrete (RCC) structures.
• Concrete works and formwork systems.
• Construction methodologies and execution planning.
• Primavera P6 and/or MS Project.
• Manpower, machinery, materials and site logistics management.
• Project budgeting, cost control and resource optimisation.
• Productivity, quality and safety monitoring.
• Construction project leadership and delivery.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV directly to the recruitment contact below.

Application Email:
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Required Email Subject:

Construction Project Manager – Zanzibar

Additional Information Required from Applicants:

1. Current salary.
2. Expected salary.
3. Years of experience specifically as a Project Manager.
4. Notice period.

Application Deadline: Not specified in the original advertisement.

Ensure your email uses the exact subject line above. Attach your updated CV and clearly state your current salary, expected salary, years of experience as a Project Manager and notice period.