Project Manager – Airport Runway Construction

Market Competitive Salary + Accommodation + Travel Costs + Rotation: 2 weeks leave every 3 months

About the Role
We are hiring a Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major airport runway construction project in Ghana.
You will oversee all phases of the project, from planning and mobilization through execution and handover. The role is fully site-based and requires strong hands-on infrastructure experience.
You will work with international stakeholders, local authorities, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure the runway is delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
This is a high-impact infrastructure role within a government-supported aviation development program.

Lead full project delivery for airport runway construction and related airside infrastructure

Manage civil works including earthworks, subbase, asphalt/concrete paving, drainage, and utilities

Supervise contractors, consultants, and supplier performance on site

Develop and control detailed project schedules and budgets

Ensure compliance with aviation safety regulations and technical standards

Oversee quality control procedures, site inspections, and progress reporting

Manage contracts, variations, claims, risk registers, and change orders

Liaise with airport authorities, regulators, and project stakeholders

Ensure safe site operations and environmental compliance

Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Proven experience managing large airport runway or airfield construction projects as Project Manager or Site Coordinator

Strong background in heavy civil infrastructure (highways, runways, large-scale earthworks)

Hands-on experience with paving works, asphalt or concrete, drainage, and subbase layers

Solid understanding of aviation regulations and runway construction standards

Experience leading multinational site teams

Strong contract administration and cost control skills

Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, or similar)

Willingness to relocate and be based on site in Ghana for the duration of the project

Maximum age: 58 years (local insurance requirement)

Monthly fixed salary (negotiable based on experience)

Performance-based KPI / project bonus

Fully covered accommodation (high-standard apartment)

Driver, food, laundry, and all living costs covered

Travel costs covered

Rotation: 2 weeks leave every 3 months

21–25 days annual leave

Medical insurance provided

Lead a major airport infrastructure project

Work alongside experienced international engineers on long-term government-backed projects

Join a serious employer with a strong track record in infrastructure delivery

Ghana is considered one of the safest countries in Africa

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