Project Manager – CoreNett Limited

Job Description

Location: Accra, Ghana

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

About the Employer

CoreNett is managing the recruitment process on behalf of one of its affiliated companies. The successful candidate will be employed by the affiliated company. Additional information about the employer will be shared with shortlisted candidates.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to oversee multiple projects across construction, procurement, and business operations.

The successful candidate will:

• Lead projects through the full project lifecycle, from planning to successful completion.
• Deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Drive operational efficiency while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while ensuring effective governance and reporting.
• Provide regular project updates and strategic recommendations to senior management.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead projects through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate multiple concurrent projects and balance competing priorities.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions where required.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues.
• Prepare project reports, dashboards, and executive updates.

Construction & Business Operations

• Manage construction and infrastructure projects from concept through completion.
• Lead business improvement and operational projects across the organization.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, engineers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with quality, health, safety, environmental (HSE), and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project quality and ensure successful project handover.

Procurement & Contract Management

• Develop procurement plans aligned with project objectives.
• Coordinate supplier sourcing, tendering, vendor evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Administer project contracts and monitor contractor performance.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and services within approved budgets.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and governance requirements.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain effective relationships with:
• Clients
• Contractors
• Consultants
• Suppliers
• Government agencies and regulatory authorities
• Internal stakeholders
• Lead project meetings and communicate progress to senior management.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and resolve issues proactively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• PMP®, PRINCE2, or an equivalent project management certification is an advantage.
• Membership of PMI or another recognized professional body is an advantage.

Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum of 5–10 years’ project management experience.
• Strong experience managing construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience in the oil and gas sector is an added advantage.
• Proven track record of delivering projects from planning through successful completion.
• Experience managing contractors, consultants, suppliers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in procurement, contract administration, budgeting, scheduling, and vendor management.
• Experience working in multinational or fast-paced corporate environments is preferred.

Required Skills

• Excellent project planning and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent budgeting and cost-control skills.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

Technical Competencies

Proficiency in:

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent project management software
• Asana, Monday.com, ClickUp, Jira, or similar collaboration platforms
• AI-powered productivity tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or equivalent

Core Competencies

• Project Planning & Execution
• Construction Management
• Business Operations
• Procurement & Contract Management
• Budget & Cost Control
• Risk Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Leadership
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Problem Solving

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will be:

• Professional and ethical.
• Highly organized and proactive.
• Results-driven and accountable.
• Calm under pressure.
• A strategic thinker with strong commercial awareness.
• An effective communicator and relationship builder.
• Able to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What Success Looks Like

The successful Project Manager will:

• Deliver projects on schedule and within approved budgets.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Effectively manage contractors, suppliers, consultants, and project teams.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks.
• Provide accurate and timely project reporting.
• Successfully deliver strategic construction, procurement, and business initiatives.

Work Schedule

• Full-time position.
• Flexibility to work beyond normal business hours when required.
• Regular travel to project sites and occasional domestic travel may be required.

Application Requirements

Interested and qualified applicants should submit the following documents to careers@corenett.com:

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• A cover letter highlighting relevant project management experience
• Copies of relevant professional certifications (where applicable)
• Contact details of at least two professional referees
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.