General Project Manager

About People and Partners Group People and Partners Group provides industry consultants and experts across various regions, including Africa, the Middle East, the US, the UK, and India, serving clients from Fortune 100 & 500 companies. Known for promoting scale, innovation, and speed to market, we support talent acquisition, retention, and business growth.

Our brand offers a comprehensive range of Human Resources services, including executive recruitment, Corporate Training, Salary Surveys, Payroll Management, and more. We aim to help clients concentrate on core business functions by managing their HR and talent management processes effectively. About Our Client Our client is a well-established luxury real estate development company with multiple active construction sites.

Known for delivering premium residential and commercial projects, the organization is driven by quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As part of its continued expansion, the company is seeking a seasoned General Project Manager to lead construction operations across sites. Role Overview The General Project Manager will provide strategic and operational oversight for all construction projects, ensuring delivery within approved timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

This role serves as the key link between executive leadership, site teams, contractors, and consultants, driving coordination, performance, and accountability across projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee multiple construction projects from planning through completion. Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and execution plans. Coordinate site managers, contractors, architects, and consultants to ensure smooth project delivery. Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions to prevent delays and cost overruns.

Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and quality standards. Conduct periodic site inspections to maintain high workmanship standards. Manage procurement approvals, vendor relationships, and resource allocation. Identify and mitigate operational and financial risks across projects. Establish performance targets for site teams and track delivery against KPIs.

Provide regular progress reports and executive updates to senior leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related discipline. Minimum of 8–12 years’ experience in construction project management, preferably within real estate development. Proven experience managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously. Strong financial management and cost-control expertise.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are an added advantage.