Construction Director

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POSITION INFO:
Overview: Lead a renewable-energy construction business delivering solar photovoltaic (PV), battery energy storage system (BESS) and related civil, mechanical and electrical infrastructure projects across South Africa. The position carries overall responsibility for business-unit profitability, project delivery, cash flow, safety, operational performance, team leadership and senior client relationships. Reporting to the CEO. Responsibilities: • Develop and implement the construction business strategy, with accountability for profit and loss, budgets, cash flow and operational targets. • Oversee multiple projects from tender handover and site mobilisation through construction, commissioning support, client handover and final accounts. • Protect project margins through accurate forecasting, cost control, procurement, subcontractor oversight and commercial discipline. • Manage contractual notices, variations, extensions of time, claims and supporting project records. • Identify project delays, productivity gaps and cost overruns; introduce recovery actions and monitor delivery performance. • Lead, mentor and evaluate project managers and site teams, establishing accountability and effective collaboration. • Manage senior relationships with clients, EPC contractors, consultants and subcontractors, resolving contractual and operational issues. • Support bid and tender assessments, pricing, commercial negotiations and selection of viable project opportunities. • Ensure health, safety, environmental and quality compliance, including applicable ISO management-system requirements. • Drive project close-out, demobilisation, recovery of outstanding payments and settlement of final accounts. Minimum Requirements: • Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related field. • At least 12 years of relevant construction experience, including 5 years in senior leadership responsible for multiple projects and financial performance. • Proven delivery of substantial solar PV, BESS, electrical infrastructure or comparable infrastructure projects. • Demonstrated accountability for profitability, cash flow, financial forecasting and project performance. • Strong understanding of civil, mechanical and electrical construction interfaces. • Experience in contracts, claims, subcontractor management, commercial negotiation and project recovery. • Knowledge of FIDIC and\/or NEC contracts is advantageous. • Experience with major EPC contractors and international stakeholders; exposure to Chinese EPC contractors is advantageous. • Relevant professional registration is advantageous. • Willingness to travel regularly and remain actively involved on project sites. • Decisive, commercially disciplined leadership with strong judgement, integrity and team-development skills.