General Manager Construction

Job details

Posted 19 August 2026

Start date 19 August 2026

Salary Range USD
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per Year

Location Johannesburg

Job type Permanent

Discipline Rail Infrastructure and Construction

Reference

Job Function Construction Manager

General Manager - Construction & Heavy Industry

About the Organisation

Our client has a diversified multinational conglomerate with operations spanning construction, heavy industry, mining, energy, and infrastructure across Africa and beyond. With over 25 years of experience, operations in 8+ countries, and activities across 6 sectors.

The Role

This is a senior executive position reporting directly to the Chairman, with full P&L accountability for the Construction & Heavy Industry division. The General Manager will be responsible for the strategic direction, operational excellence, and overall commercial performance of the division across multiple African markets. Based in Ghana with travel across project sites as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across business units, including civil works, mechanical & electrical, plant operations, and equipment management
• Take full ownership of P&L, driving revenue growth, margin optimisation, and cost control
• Lead delivery of complex, multi-country projects, ensuring execution on time, on budget, and to the highest quality and HSE standards
• Build, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team
• Drive business development activities, including securing new projects, partnerships, and contracts
• Represent the organisation at senior level with governments, development finance institutions, joint venture partners, and key clients

Candidate Profile

• Senior experience in construction, civil engineering, or heavy industry, including time served as a General Manager or executive level
• Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (MBA is an advantage)
• Proven track record of P&L ownership and delivery of strong financial performance in complex environments
• Experience operating across multiple African markets, with a strong understanding of local commercial and regulatory environments
• Ability to manage integrated operations, including civil infrastructure, industrial plant, and heavy equipment
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage at senior government and institutional level

What We Offer

• Competitive executive remuneration package, including performance incentives
• Direct reporting line to the Chairman, with strong strategic support
• A well-capitalised division with a strong pipeline of projects across Africa
• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale infrastructure development across the continent
• Relocation support where applicable
• Platform to lead and scale a major division within a multinational group

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.

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