Head of Projects - Factory Interiors & MEP

Role & responsibilities

As the Head of Projects, you will be the driving force behind our project delivery excellence, spearheading the entire lifecycle of our factory interior and MEP projects. This is a strategic leadership role where you will shape the project vision, drive operational efficiency, and ensure the profitable and timely execution of our entire project portfolio. You will be a key member of the leadership team, directly influencing the company's growth and reputation.

Your core responsibilities will encompass:

• Strategic Leadership & Project Oversight:

• Shape and execute the overarching project strategy, ensuring all initiatives are perfectly aligned with the company's business goals and growth objectives.
• Provide executive oversight for a diverse portfolio of factory interior, MEP, HVAC, utilities, and networking projects, from conception to final handover.
• Drive a culture of excellence, ensuring every project is delivered on time, within budget, and surpasses client expectations for quality and safety.
• Serve as a key advisor to the Managing Director/COO, providing comprehensive reports on project performance, key risks, and strategic opportunities.

• Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of Project Managers, Site Supervisors, and Engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Define clear roles, responsibilities, and performance goals, conducting regular reviews to ensure professional growth and alignment with project targets.
• Cultivate cross-functional synergy between the design, procurement, and execution teams to create a seamless and integrated project delivery process.

• Financial & Commercial Acumen:

• Champion the financial health of the project portfolio by approving budgets, overseeing forecasts, and implementing robust cost-control measures to ensure maximum profitability.
• Lead the end-to-end tendering and bidding process, evaluating the commercial and technical feasibility of new opportunities to secure high-value, profitable projects.
• Drive value engineering initiatives and negotiate contracts with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to optimize costs without compromising on quality or integrity.

• Quality, Safety & Client Relations:

• Champion a zero-compromise approach to quality and safety, implementing rigorous control processes, audits, and risk management systems across all project sites.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients, building and maintaining strong, long-lasting relationships to ensure satisfaction and secure repeat business.
• Resolve complex technical and operational challenges decisively, ensuring minimal impact on project timelines and budgets.

Preferred candidate profile

We are searching for a visionary and strategic leader with a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale industrial projects. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented professional who combines deep technical expertise with exceptional commercial acumen and the inspirational leadership skills to build and guide a world-class project delivery team.

• Experience:

• A minimum of

  12 to 20 years of comprehensive experience

  in the industrial construction sector, with a

  mandatory 8 to 10 years in a leadership role managing factory/industrial projects.

• Demonstrable success in managing a portfolio of multiple, large-scale projects simultaneously, specifically within the

  Factory Interiors, MEP, HVAC, Utilities, Electrical, and Networking

  domains.
• Extensive experience in tendering, contract negotiation, and P&L management, with a clear history of driving profitability and business growth.

• Education & Certifications:

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• A Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is highly preferred and will be a significant advantage.

• Skills & Attributes:

• Strategic Leadership:

  You are a visionary leader capable of setting a clear direction, inspiring a large team, and making decisive, high-impact judgments.

• Commercial & Financial Acumen:

  You possess a deep understanding of project finance, costing models, and contract law, with the ability to drive profitability and identify new business opportunities.

• Technical Expertise:

  You have an expert-level knowledge of MEP systems, industrial construction methods, and are proficient in project management software (Primavera, MS Project).

• Communication & Influence:

  You possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders at all levels, and your internal teams.