About the Job
China Rail Transit Engineering Consultancy – Ethiopia (CRTEC Ethiopia)
is seeking an exceptionally qualified, strategic, and experienced Deputy General Manager – Operations & Infrastructure to support executive leadership in overseeing administrative operations, consultancy services, and large-scale infrastructure projects in Addis Ababa.
Position Overview
Reports To:
General Manager
Duty Station:
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
Negotiable
Key Responsibilities
Executive Oversight & Operational Strategy:
Direct and streamline company-wide administrative and operational workflows in close alignment with the General Manager.
Formulate, implement, and periodically review corporate administrative policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and operational frameworks.
Support long-term strategic planning, resource allocation, and organizational scaling to drive operational efficiency across all business units.
Infrastructure & Complex Project Supervision:
Provide high-level administrative, logistical, and operational oversight for major engineering programs, including airport upgrades/construction, road networks, and technical consultancy engagements.
Conduct regular site inspections and operational reviews to monitor progress, enforce quality controls, and ensure adherence to project baselines and contractual timelines.
Coordinate project resource deployment, including manpower, equipment, and administrative logistics across multiple active project sites.
Cross-Functional Leadership & Logistics Management:
Lead, mentor, and evaluate cross-functional administrative, procurement, and site operations teams.
Oversee supply chain workflows, transport/fleet operations, equipment dispatch, and facility management across head office and field operations.
Enforce robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets, optimize overhead costs, and eliminate operational bottlenecks.
Stakeholder & Partner Relations:
Act as the main point of contact for government authorities, project partners, clients, and subcontractors.
Facilitate contractual negotiations, resolve inter-organizational disputes, and ensure smooth inter-agency coordination for statutory approvals and permits.
Promote strong corporate governance and represent the company in high-level stakeholder meetings and industry forums.
Compliance, Risk & Performance Monitoring:
Oversee strict compliance with Ethiopian legal frameworks, regulations, environmental mandates, and civil aviation/road sector standards.
Establish risk mitigation strategies to address operational, safety, legal, and environmental hazards across all active operations.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for administrative departments and track operational performance metrics against company goals.
Executive Reporting & Decision Support:
Prepare and present comprehensive weekly, monthly, and quarterly administrative, progress, and financial-impact reports for the General Manager and executive board.
Provide data-driven operational insights and strategic recommendations to support executive decision-making.
About You
Qualification
Education
Master’s Degree (M.Sc./MBA) or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Infrastructure, Construction Management, or a closely related engineering field is highly preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 15 (fifteen) years of relevant professional experience in engineering project administration, infrastructure supervision, and operational management.
Direct track record supervising major infrastructure works (roads, airport projects) and technical consultancy services.
Competencies & Language:
Strong leadership capabilities with executive-level decision-making skills.
Professional fluency in English is mandatory; conversational Chinese is an added advantage.
Requirement Skill
Communication