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Project Manager – Roads / Motorways / Highways
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Salary8.000 USD + Bonus (TBD) + All living and travel costs + Rotation: 2 weeks leave every 3 monthsLocationGhanaIndustryConstructionJob DescriptionLocation: Accra, Ghana (On-site role)About the RoleWe are hiring a Project Manager to lead the delivery of major highways and motorway infrastructure projects in Ghana.You will oversee all phases of the project, from mobilization and earthworks through pavement construction and final handover. The role is fully site-based and requires strong hands-on experience in large-scale road infrastructure.You will work closely with international stakeholders, local authorities, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure works are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.This is a high-impact infrastructure position within a government-supported transport development program.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead full project delivery for highway and motorway construction
- Manage large-scale earthworks, embankments, subbase and pavement layers
- Oversee asphalt works, drainage systems, culverts, and bridge interfaces
- Supervise contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers on site
- Develop and control detailed project schedules and budgets
- Monitor productivity, milestones, and cost performance
- Ensure compliance with national technical standards and project specifications
- Oversee quality control procedures, inspections, and reporting
- Manage contracts, variations, claims, risk registers, and change orders
- Liaise with government authorities and project stakeholders
- Ensure safe site operations and environmental compliance
Requirements
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- Proven experience as Project Manager or Senior Site Manager on highways, motorways, or major road infrastructure projects
- Strong background in heavy civil works and large-scale earthworks
- Hands-on experience with subgrade preparation, pavement structures, and asphalt works
- Experience coordinating bridge works, culverts, and drainage systems
- Strong contract administration and cost control capabilities
- Experience managing multinational site teams
- Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera, or similar planning tools
- Willingness to relocate and be fully site-based in Ghana
Compensation & Benefits
- Monthly fixed salary (negotiable based on experience)
- Performance-based KPI / project bonus
- Fully covered accommodation (high-standard apartment)
- Driver, food, laundry, and all living expenses covered
- International travel costs covered
- Rotation: 2 weeks leave every 3 months
- 21–25 days annual leave
- Medical insurance provided
Why Apply
- Lead major motorway and highway infrastructure projects
- Work alongside experienced international engineering teams
- Join a well-established international contractor
- Ghana is considered one of the safest and most stable countries in West Africa
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