Project Manager at Kaplo Africa

Kaplo is Africa's most innovative Human Resource & Business Support Solutions provider, serving clients with cutting-edge business advisory and human capital solutions across diverse sectors of the African economy.

At Kaplo, we have proven expertise in business advisory and human resource capabilities targeted at productivity, profitability, sustainability, transformation and overall growth of your business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-Time (Onsite)
Industry: Hospitality (Hotel)

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly experienced, strategic, and results-driven Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, coordination, and successful delivery of hotel development and construction projects.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while coordinating multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• The ideal candidate is an exceptional leader with strong project management expertise, commercial awareness, and the ability to drive projects from conception through completion while maintaining compliance with regulatory and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of hotel development and construction projects.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, builders, quantity surveyors, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor project progress and ensure all milestones are achieved within approved timelines and budgets.
• Oversee procurement activities and ensure timely availability of materials, equipment, and other project resources.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor quality, progress, safety compliance, and adherence to approved designs and specifications.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize delays, cost overruns, and operational disruptions.
• Monitor project costs and implement effective cost control measures throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, health and safety requirements, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project progress reports for executive management and stakeholders.
• Manage stakeholder expectations through effective communication, reporting, and issue resolution.
• Facilitate project meetings, document action points, and ensure timely follow-up on deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement by recommending innovative project management practices and operational efficiencies.
• Ensure projects are delivered to the required quality standards while meeting business objectives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Technology, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years’ proven experience managing large-scale construction, infrastructure, real estate, or hospitality projects.
• Professional certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, construction processes, budgeting, procurement, and contract administration.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and external contractors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera, Microsoft Office Suite, or other project management software.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• A proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Why Join Us?

• Salary: Competitive (Based on Experience and Qualifications)
• This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-impact hospitality projects within a reputable organization committed to excellence and innovation. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to landmark developments while advancing their career in a collaborative and performance-driven environment.

Application Closing Date
19th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: kaploafrica@gmail.com using “Project Manager – Abuja" as the subject of the email.