Regional Head - Construction

Role Overview:

We are looking for a strategic, seasoned construction executive to lead our portfolio of large-scale projects in the DRC.

If you bring a strong operational track record, commercial acumen, and the capability to lead cross-functional project teams from inception to handover, we welcome your application.

Key Requirements:

- 15+ years of senior-level experience in construction management, with proven multi-project and portfolio oversight.

- Professional fluency in French (spoken and written) is mandatory; working proficiency in English is required.

- Strong background in end-to-end commercial governance, budget control, and statutory regulatory compliance.

- Proven track record in strategic resource planning (heavy machinery, procurement, and large site crews).

- Exceptional leadership and executive communication skills to interface seamlessly with government authorities, clients, consultants, and internal leadership.

Core Responsibilities:

- Multi-Project Delivery: Lead end-to-end regional project execution, maintaining stringent benchmarks across timeline, quality, safety, and cost controls.

- Strategic Oversight: Align portfolio-level construction objectives directly with company growth targets and client commitments.

- Commercial & Financial Control: Oversee portfolio budgets, optimize resource spending, and drive timely invoicing and revenue targets.

- Resource Optimization: Conduct lead-time and availability analysis for plant, machinery, and materials; coordinate with Head Office teams for seamless mobilization and workforce productivity.

- Team Mentorship: Lead, develop, and conduct performance assessments for project managers, engineers, and site operational staff.

- Stakeholder Management: Build and sustain productive relationships with clients, architects, vendors, and regulatory bodies.

- HSE, QA/QC & Governance: Enforce uncompromising health, safety, and quality standards on every site while mitigating project risks, contract ambiguities, and compliance exposures.