Construction Project Manager
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With over 28 years of experience in construction, infrastructure, and advanced project management, Philip Opperman stands out as a leader in delivering complex, multimillion-dollar projects across Africa. His career spans high-profile roles in both the private and public sectors, with a proven record of on-time, on-budget, and high-quality completions.
A Career Defined by Excellence and Innovation
Philip’s journey began in South Africa, where he managed large-scale housing developments and infrastructure projects with Group Five, one of the continent’s leading construction firms. His expertise in town planning, project management, and stakeholder engagement laid the foundation for a career marked by innovation and impact.
He quickly rose through the ranks, taking on challenging roles across Angola, Cameroun, and Nigeria. Notably, he led the construction of Chevron Texaco’s head office in Cabinda and managed the ambitious Project Nova Vida in Angola, overseeing the delivery of 100 apartment blocks and critical infrastructure.
Throughout his career, Philip has championed green design principles, from rainwater harvesting and energy-efficient lighting to waste recycling and environmental audits. His projects consistently integrate sustainability, safety, and cutting-edge technology
Many commercial and residential properties. Fit out of Southern Sun Hotel Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria. Construction, procurement and fit-out of Park Inn by /Radisson Rwanda, Maintenance engineering of the Mantis Hotel group in Rwanda.
Worked in South Africa, Angola, Cabinda, Camroun, Nigeria, Rwanda as Project Manager
