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Key Responsibilities

• The General Manager will act as the businee builder within the group, responsible for setting up and scaling the new unit into a market leader. This is an intrapreneurial leadership role combining the autonomy and accountability of a business founder with the resources and backing of a large Group.

Business Leadership

• Lead the setup, launch, and scale-up of the Construction Division.
• Define and implement the strategic and operational roadmap, aligned with Group priorities.
• Take full P&L ownership and ensure sustainable growth and profitability.
• Drive business development, identify new project opportunities, and secure contracts across Africa.
• Build strong client, government, and partner relationships to enhance market positioning.

Project & Operational Management

• Oversee end-to-end project execution, from bidding to delivery.
• Establish systems for budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and risk management.
• Direct procurement, equipment utilization, and subcontractor/vendor management.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to international quality standards.
• Enforce HSE standards and compliance with regulatory frameworks.

People & Culture

• Recruit, develop, and lead a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
• Create a culture of ownership, accountability, and intrapreneurship within the division.
• Promote innovation, sustainability, and technology adoption in construction practices.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the company’s representative with government bodies, financial institutions, and industry stakeholders.
• Build trusted relationships with consultants, architects, engineers, and regulators.
• Advise Group leadership on construction strategy, challenges, and opportunities.

Desired Skills and Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• MBA/Master’s preferred; PMP certification desirable.

Experience:

• 18–20 years’ experience in the construction sector, including 7–10 years in senior executive management.
• Proven success in launching or scaling new operations/divisions.
• Track record of delivering large, complex projects across Africa or emerging markets.
• Strong experience in financial management, cost engineering, and contract administration.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large multicultural teams and capital-intensive operations.

Competencies:

• Strategic thinker with entrepreneurial and commercial drive.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Hands-on leader able to combine vision with execution.
• Adaptable to complex, fast-changing, and multicultural environments.

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Summary

• We seek to recruit a highly experienced Pipeline Construction Expert to lead the technical execution of oil, gas pipeline projects.

Responsibilities

• This is a strategic technical leadership role within the new business unit, combining deep engineering expertise with the ability to mentor teams, enforce world-class standards, and contribute to building a sustainable construction business.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide end-to-end technical expertise in the design, planning, construction, and commissioning of pipeline projects
• Lead or support feasibility studies, route selection, permitting, and regulatory approvals
• Define and implement standards, specifications, and quality controls aligned with global benchmarks (API, ASME, ISO)
• Advise on material selection, welding techniques, corrosion protection, and inspection methodologies.

Project Execution:

• Oversee contractor performance, engineering quality, and construction safety
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest international standards
• Implement robust systems for project controls, risk management, and compliance
• Provide technical input to tenders, bids, and project proposals, supporting business development activities.

Team and Capacity Building:

• Mentor and coach local engineers and project staff, building strong internal capabilities
• Promote a culture of excellence, accountability, and intrapreneurship within the pipeline team
• Contribute to the unit’s knowledge base and innovation agenda, ensuring long-term competitiveness.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with project owners, regulators, and technical partners to ensure alignment and compliance
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Managing Director on pipeline-related risks, opportunities, and innovations.

Desired Skills and Experience
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Pipeline, or Civil Engineering
• Advanced technical certifications in pipeline engineering or project management desirable.

Experience:

• 10 - 20 years’ experience in pipeline construction, with exposure to large-scale onshore and offshore projects
• Proven success in delivering projects in Africa, Eastern Europe, or Central Asia, ideally in challenging or remote environments
• Strong track record in technical supervision, contractor management, and risk mitigation.

Skills and Competencies:

• Deep technical knowledge of pipeline engineering, construction, and maintenance
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Effective communicator with strong cross-cultural collaboration skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-growing, intrapreneurial business environment
• Commitment to HSE excellence and international best practices