Overview

Prime Gate Developers Ltd is recruiting a highly experienced and technically skilled Resident Engineer / Head of Design & Construction Department to lead its multidisciplinary design and construction operations.

Prime Gate Developers Ltd is a forward-thinking real estate development company focused on delivering:

• High-quality residential projects
• Commercial developments
• Mixed-use projects
• Sustainable urban infrastructure

The organization is seeking a senior engineering professional capable of overseeing:

• Design coordination
• Construction implementation
• Project controls
• Cost monitoring
• Technical reviews
• Team leadership
• Executive advisory functions

The selected candidate will manage teams across:

• Architecture
• Structural engineering
• MEP/building systems
• Civil engineering
• Quantity surveying
• Landscape design
• Contractors and consultants

This role is especially suitable for professionals interested in:

• Construction leadership
• Structural engineering management
• Design coordination
• Real estate development
• Multidisciplinary project delivery
• Executive-level engineering advisory

For candidates searching for senior engineering jobs in Rwanda, resident engineer opportunities, construction leadership careers, or real estate development management roles, this position offers strategic leadership exposure within Rwanda’s growing construction sector.

Why This Opportunity Matters

Large-scale real estate and infrastructure projects require strong technical leadership to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and within approved quality, budget, and schedule requirements.

The Resident Engineer / Head of Design & Construction role at Prime Gate Developers Ltd is important because it supports:

• Coordination between design and construction teams
• Quality assurance and technical compliance
• Construction risk management
• Cost control and budget monitoring
• Project delivery oversight
• Executive technical decision-making

The role contributes directly to successful delivery of:

• High-end residential developments
• Commercial buildings
• Mixed-use developments
• Multistorey construction projects

This opportunity offers valuable exposure to:

• Multidisciplinary engineering coordination
• Construction implementation management
• Technical advisory and reporting
• BOQ and cost review processes
• Procurement and contractor coordination
• Risk management and quality control systems

Another major advantage of this role is the opportunity to advise senior leadership on:

• Technical strategy
• Construction risks
• Procurement decisions
• Consultant and contractor performance
• Budget exposure and project delivery issues

Professionals in this field strengthen expertise in balancing:

• Design quality
• Constructability
• Cost efficiency
• Time management
• Long-term asset value
• Regulatory compliance

For experienced engineers pursuing long-term careers in real estate development, construction management, project leadership, or executive engineering advisory, this role offers highly strategic professional exposure.

Application Tips

Candidates applying for senior construction and engineering leadership positions should focus on demonstrating technical expertise, leadership capability, and multidisciplinary coordination experience.

Highlight Leadership & Project Delivery Experience

Your CV should clearly demonstrate experience involving:

• Construction supervision
• Project management
• Site engineering
• Team coordination
• Consultant and contractor management
• Design-to-construction implementation

Showcase Structural Engineering Expertise

Strong candidates should demonstrate:

• Structural design review capability
• Technical coordination experience
• Knowledge of construction methodologies
• Understanding of Rwanda building regulations and standards

Emphasize Cost & Commercial Awareness

Applicants should clearly mention experience involving:

• BOQ reviews
• Cost estimation
• Variation assessments
• Contractor claims
• Value engineering
• Budget monitoring

Demonstrate Software Proficiency

The role requires strong technical software capability. Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in:

• AutoCAD
• Revit or BIM tools
• MS Project or Primavera P6
• Structural analysis software
• Microsoft Office Suite

Prepare a Strong Executive-Level Cover Letter

Strong applications should explain:

• Leadership philosophy
• Major construction projects handled
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to advise senior management on technical risks and project strategy

Responsibilities

The Resident Engineer / Head of Design & Construction Department will oversee technical leadership, project coordination, construction implementation, and strategic engineering management.

Department Leadership & Daily Management

• Lead the Design and Construction Department
• Supervise daily technical operations and workflows
• Coordinate:
  • Internal technical teams
  • External consultants
  • Contractors and subcontractors
  • Specialist advisors
• Report regularly to the CEO and senior leadership

Strong departmental coordination supports project efficiency and accountability.

Design Management & Technical Coordination

• Lead multidisciplinary design coordination involving:
  • Architecture
  • Structural engineering
  • MEP systems
  • Civil engineering
  • Landscape design
  • Quantity surveying
• Review design deliverables at:
  • Concept stage
  • Schematic stage
  • Detailed design stage
  • Construction implementation stage
• Identify:
  • Design gaps
  • Technical clashes
  • Missing information
  • Construction risks

Construction Coordination & Site Implementation

• Provide technical leadership during construction execution
• Support site teams in resolving:
  • Technical issues
  • Design coordination challenges
  • Construction sequencing problems
• Review:
  • Shop drawings
  • Material submissions
  • Method statements
  • Technical proposals
• Coordinate inspections and technical meetings

Cost, BOQ & Financial Monitoring

• Work closely with quantity surveyors and finance teams
• Monitor:
  • BOQs
  • Cost estimates
  • Budget performance
  • Variation claims
• Advise leadership on:
  • Cost risks
  • Scope gaps
  • Optimization opportunities

Executive Advisory Support

• Advise the CEO and leadership on:
  • Technical risks
  • Project delivery matters
  • Procurement decisions
  • Consultant performance
  • Contractor performance
• Prepare:
  • Technical briefs
  • Progress summaries
  • Risk reports
  • Decision papers

Quality, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with:
  • Rwanda Building Code
  • Technical standards
  • Regulatory requirements
• Establish QA/QC procedures
• Monitor:
  • Schedule risks
  • Cost risks
  • Safety risks
  • Technical risks

Requirements

Education

Applicants must possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Civil Engineering
  • Structural Engineering
  • Or related engineering discipline

Professional Registration

Candidates must:

• Be Professional Structural Engineers or Professional Civil/Structural Engineers
• Be affiliated with the:
  • Institution of Engineers Rwanda (IER)
• Hold valid professional registration/practicing status in Rwanda

Experience Requirements

Candidates should meet either:

Option A

• 5 years as Engineer
• 5 years as Project Manager
• 3 years as Site Engineer

OR

Option B

• 3 years as Engineer
• 3 years as Project Manager
• 5 years as Site Engineer

Preferred Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:

• High-end residential projects
• Mixed-use developments
• Commercial buildings
• Multistorey buildings
• Complex structural systems

Technical Competencies

Strong candidates should demonstrate capability in:

• Structural design review
• Construction supervision
• Design coordination
• Project implementation monitoring
• Risk management
• Contract administration
• Technical reporting

Software Skills

Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in:

• AutoCAD
• Revit or BIM tools
• Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Structural analysis software

Performance will be assessed based on:

• Timely delivery of coordinated designs
• Reduction of design and construction issues
• Quality of technical reviews
• Effective consultant and contractor coordination
• Timely resolution of RFIs and site issues
• Cost-conscious technical decisions
• Quality of construction monitoring and reporting

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Updated CV
• Supporting documents
• References
• Project certificates

Submission Emails

📧 info@primegate.rw

Copy to:

📧 anibal@primegatedevelopers.com
📧 elisa@primegatedevelopers.com

Application Deadline

27 May 2026

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews