General Manager Engineering

SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced General Manager – Engineering to lead and manage the engineering division, with full accountability for daily operations, financial performance, and contract management. The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure projects are delivered profitably, on time, and in compliance with contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements.

POSITION INFO:
e are seeking an experienced General Manager – Engineering to lead and manage the engineering division, with full accountability for daily operations, financial performance, and contract management. The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure projects are delivered profitably, on time, and in compliance with contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Engineering Management

• Oversee day-to-day engineering operations across multiple projects
• Ensure effective planning, execution, and delivery of engineering and construction activities
• Lead multidisciplinary engineering and project teams
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and quality systems

Financial Management

• Take full responsibility for division budgets, cost control, and financial performance
• Monitor project margins, cash flow, forecasts, and expenditure
• Approve project variations, claims, and commercial decisions
• Work closely with finance to ensure accurate reporting and profitability

Contracts & Commercial Management

• Manage client and subcontractor contracts (FIDIC / NEC / bespoke contracts advantageous)
• Oversee contract negotiations, risk management, claims, and dispute resolution
• Ensure contractual compliance and effective change management
• Support tendering, pricing strategies, and contract reviews

Leadership & Strategy

• Provide strong leadership, mentorship, and performance management
• Contribute to business strategy, growth initiatives, and resource planning
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement in systems, processes, and governance

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related)
• Experience in engineering environments, with senior management exposure
• Proven track record managing engineering operations, budgets, and contracts
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Experience leading large teams and multiple concurrent projects
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, and decision-making skills