Job: Project Manager Sewerage Systems

About the job Project Manager Wastewater & Sewer Networks

If you are a proven leader in wastewater and sewerage projects and are ready to contribute to a high-impact infrastructure initiative in Africa, apply now to join an international engineering team delivering excellence on the ground.

Candidates from Egypt, Europe, or the Middle East are highly encouraged to apply.

Position Title: Project Manager Sewerage Systems

Department: Infrastructure & Construction
Reporting Line: Senior Executive Team
Job Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to lead the execution of a large-scale sewerage infrastructure project in Kigali. The scope includes the design, construction, and commissioning of a 12,000 m³/day sewage treatment plant, approximately 92 km of sewer network (gravity and pumped), trunk lines, pumping stations, and customer connectionsspecifically targeting high-volume commercial customers.

This role requires deep technical knowledge, exceptional leadership, and proven experience in similar wastewater and sewerage projects.

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Primary Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Management

• Direct all project phases from design through to commissioning, ensuring scope, budget, and timelines are met.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams responsible for the STP, collection and conveyance systems, and civil works.

Technical Oversight & Coordination

• Review and approve design documents, ensuring alignment with best practices and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external subcontractors to ensure effective execution of construction activities.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Liaison

• Act as the main point of contact for all stakeholder communications, including consultants, local authorities, and community representatives.
• Ensure regular progress reporting and timely escalation of critical issues.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Drive adherence to international quality standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Monitor health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices on site and lead risk mitigation strategies.

Team Development & Resource Planning

• Manage and develop a high-performing project team, ensuring roles are clearly defined and resources are effectively allocated.
• Oversee scheduling, budgeting, and reporting functions with continuous progress tracking.

Key Behavioral Competencies

• Leadership Excellence: Leads large-scale infrastructure teams with confidence and clarity.
• Strategic Thinking: Anticipates challenges and aligns decisions with overall project success.
• Communication: Builds trust through clear, culturally sensitive communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of deliverables and outcomes across the full project lifecycle.
• Innovation: Identifies new approaches to improve quality, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Masters degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Sanitary Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Hydraulic Engineering. (Bachelors in Civil Engineering required)
• Experience: Minimum 15 years of total work experience, including at least 10 years in managing sewerage or wastewater treatment projects.
• Project Portfolio: Must have led at least 12 wastewater/sewer network infrastructure projects.

Contract Details & Benefits

• Contract Duration: 2 years
• Visa Support: Work visa costs covered by the company
• Annual Leave: 2 weeks vacation after 6 months, with round-trip airfare to home country
• Vehicle: Company-provided for work-related transportation
• Accommodation: Provided for the first 37 days upon arrival
• Food & Long-Term Housing: Not provided by the company