Project Manager

Project Manager – RCC

Chimney Construction (Slipform +

)

Job Title: Project Manager – RCC Chimney Construction (Slipform + International Logistics)

Location: Botswana (Project Site)

Position Type: Full-Time | Contract-Based / Permanent

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to lead the construction of

125-meter-high RCC chimneys using slipform technology in Botswana. The role requires

complete responsibility for project execution, including planning, procurement, engineering

coordination, site supervision, and logistics management for the transport of materials and

equipment from India. A critical part of this role is the ability to train, develop, and

efficiently utilize local manpower and resources, ensuring knowledge transfer and

sustainable development in the host country.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Execution & Management:

- Lead end-to-end construction of 125M high RCC chimneys using slipform technology.

- Manage all civil, structural, and MEP workstreams in compliance with design

specifications and project timelines.

- Monitor construction progress, safety, and quality, ensuring adherence to contractual

obligations and international standards.

2. Engineering & Planning:

- Review engineering drawings, concrete mix designs, slipform operation plans, and

formwork systems.

- Prepare and manage detailed construction schedules, daily progress reports, and resource

plans.

- Coordinate with design consultants, QA/QC teams, and independent inspectors.

3. International Logistics (India to Botswana):

- Plan and oversee the international shipment of slipform equipment, construction

materials, and tools from India to Botswana.

- Liaise with Indian vendors, freight forwarders, port authorities, and customs agents.

- Ensure smooth clearance, inland transport, and timely delivery of critical materials to the

project site.

4. Training & Local Resource Utilization:

- Recruit, train, and build capacity among locally available workforce, including skilled and

unskilled labor.

- Implement structured training programs for slipform operation, safety, quality control,

and concrete handling.

- Promote sustainable development by integrating local suppliers, transporters, and service

providers wherever feasible.

5. Stakeholder & Client Coordination:

- Act as the primary liaison with clients, consultants, and statutory bodies in Botswana.

- Conduct project review meetings, resolve technical and commercial issues, and prepare

progress presentations.

- Maintain clear documentation of all site activities, contract correspondence, and project

milestones.

Qualifications

- B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering (mandatory); M.Tech or MBA in Construction/Project

Management (preferred).

- Minimum 15 years of experience in civil project execution with at least 7 years in chimney

construction using slipform technology.

- Previous experience in international project logistics and customs documentation,

especially from India to Africa.

- Proven record of working with multi-national and multicultural teams in Africa or similar

geographies.

Key Skills:

- Expertise in slipform systems and RCC chimney construction methods.

- Strong understanding of international shipping, Incoterms, customs regulations, and port

handling procedures.

- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to train and mentor local teams, promote safety culture, and optimize resource

utilization.

Certifications

- PMP® – Project Management Professional

- OSHA / NEBOSH – Safety Certifications

Work Conditions:

- Full-time presence at project site in Botswana with occasional travel to India or vendor

locations.

- Must be adaptable to remote site conditions and able to work with limited local

infrastructure.

- Commitment to building local capacity and delivering project outcomes within defined

cost and timeframes