About Kavod Real Estate PLC
Kavod Real Estate PLC is a leading real estate development company specializing in the design, construction, and management of premium commercial malls in Addis Ababa and across Ethiopia. As a fast-paced, innovation-driven organization, we deliver exceptional stakeholder value through pioneering project execution and commercial excellence.
Role Overview
Kavod Real Estate PLC seeks a Chief Technical & Projects Officer (CTPO) to lead all technical, engineering, and project delivery functions. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the CTPO will oversee Project Coordination, Strategic Planning & Contract Administration, and Engineering Advisory units while managing external contractors and consultants. The role holder will drive end-to-end execution of premium commercial mall developments from concept through handover, ensuring quality, cost control, and timely delivery in a high-velocity environment.
Position Details
- Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer
- Employment Type: Indefinite Period Contract — Full Time
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership & Strategy: Defines and executes the technical vision and project delivery strategy for all commercial mall developments, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and quality standards.
- Project Coordination & Supervision: Oversees end-to-end project lifecycle management, ensuring timely execution, quality assurance, and adherence to design specifications across all construction phases.
- Planning, Monitoring & Contract Administration: Directs strategic planning, progress monitoring, and contract administration to optimize resource allocation, mitigate risks, and ensure robust contractor performance management.
- Engineering & Technical Advisory: Leads multi-disciplinary engineering coordination, design oversight, technical feasibility assessments, and value engineering solutions.
- External Stakeholder Management: Selects, appoints, and manages external contractors, consultants, and design firms; negotiates technical scopes and fees; enforces contractual compliance; and maintains productive partnerships.
- Quality Assurance & Compliance: Establishes and enforces rigorous quality control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory compliance across all projects.
- Cost Control & Value Engineering: Drives cost optimization through effective quantity surveying, value engineering initiatives, and proactive budget management without compromising design integrity.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partners with the Chief Commercial & Growth Officer to align project timelines with commercial requirements; coordinates with Finance on capital planning; and supports Business Development on technical feasibility.
Success Metrics
- On-time and on-budget delivery of all commercial mall projects
- Achievement of quality standards and zero major defects at handover
- Effective management of external contractors and consultants
- Optimization of project costs through value engineering
- Regulatory compliance and zero safety incidents
- High team performance and technical capability development
- Seamless coordination with commercial and finance functions
- Successful market entry through scalable technical systems
About You
Qualifications & Experience
- Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related technical discipline
- 15+ years in technical leadership roles within real estate development or construction; commercial real estate or mall development experience preferred
- 7+ years in C-suite or senior executive positions managing multi-disciplinary technical teams
- Demonstrated success delivering large-scale commercial developments from concept to completion
- Professional certifications in Project Management (PMP), Architecture, or Engineering preferred
- Proven track record managing external contractors, consultants, and complex stakeholder ecosystems
Core Competencies
- Strategic technical vision and project leadership
- Exceptional stakeholder and contract management
- Multi-disciplinary engineering coordination
- Quality obsession and detail orientation
- Cost consciousness and value optimization
- Risk management and problem-solving agility
- Ability to excel in fast-paced, high-growth environments
- Collaborative executive presence and communication excellence
Requirement Skill
Executive-level analytical thinking
How To Apply
Interested candidates should submit via:
Email: [email protected]
Requirements: Cover letter, curriculum vitae, and supporting documents in a single PDF file
Subject Line: Chief Technical & Projects Officer (CTPO)
Deadline: March 14, 2026
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Kavod Real Estate PLC is an equal opportunity employer
More Information
- Address Addis Ababa
- Experience Level Mid level
- Total Years Experience 0-5
- Qualification BA/BSc
