Head of Construction Management

SSAB; Luleå kommun; On-site; SEK 997,119 - 1,329,492; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Life balance through reduction of working hours

Wellness grants

Job summary

SSAB is seeking a seasoned professional to lead construction management teams in Luleå. The ideal candidate will ensure project deliverables are met on time and within budget while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent, with a minimum of 15 years in construction management, particularly on large-scale industrial projects. The company offers profit sharing and wellness grants as part of their benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in construction management on large-scale industrial projects.
• Experience from working on owners/client teams in different execution models.
• Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary construction management teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure organizational definition and development of construction management teams.
• Ensure team-related project deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Enforce health and safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Commercial Acumen

Construction Methods Knowledge

Legal Requirements Understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline

Job description

About the Job

Becoming part of the SSAB family means joining a journey. A journey that we believe is essential for the sustainability of this planet. Steel has been one of the most important materials for developing our society and it will continue to be so. In the roofs over our heads, in the bridges connecting our cities and in the cars of tomorrow. At SSAB we are proud of our history and leadership in high-strength steel. But we are also aware that the production of steel is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases in the world. That has to change. That is why we have developed the world’s first fossil free steel production and has committed to becoming largely fossil‑free. As part of SSAB you will be instrumental in realizing this goal and push for the green transformation of the whole steel industry.

Main Responsibilities

• Strategic Oversight: Ensure organizational definition and development of construction management teams within the Luleå Mini Mill organization and aligning them with project goals.
• Budget & Schedule Control: Ensure team‑related project deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Line Management: Hiring, managing, and developing construction management team.
• Team Leadership: Coach, give feedback, and inspire to enable individual and team motivation and ownership. Ensure behaviour and culture of own and team members follow SSAB’s values and guidelines.
• Compliance & Safety: Enforce health and safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulations. Ensure all delegations of authority, responsibility and work environment related to construction and contractors comply with legal requirements.
• Stakeholder Management: Communicate progress to senior management and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Define and ensure development of necessary processes and tools for planning, executing and reporting construction management activities.

About You

Required Skills

• Leadership: Proven ability to develop high performing teams within construction projects on the client/owner’s side.
• Project Management: Strong knowledge of construction methods, practices, and scheduling.
• Commercial Acumen: Detailed understanding of vendor relationships and contract models, as well as complex internal interfaces between teams, construction areas, Owner and EPCM/PMC partner.
• Experience and knowledge of MEIP and Civil planning, scoping and execution.
• Understanding of legal requirements of delegation of authority, work environment and general responsibilities within construction.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in construction management on large‑scale industrial, infrastructure, or energy projects (project values exceeding €500M).
• Experience from working on owners/client teams in different execution models (EPC/EPCM/PMC/etc).
• Experience on greenfield industrial megaprojects (steel, mining, petrochemical, energy, or similar heavy industry).
• Proven experience in leading multi‑disciplinary construction management teams.
• Demonstrated experience from owner/client side (not solely contractor‑side experience).
• Understanding construction contract forms (FIDIC, NEC, AB04, or equivalent) including claims, variations, delay analysis, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Experience preparing for and leading steering committee presentations and executive‑level reporting.
• Familiarity with Nordic or European construction market practices and regulatory frameworks.
• Fluency in English; additional Nordic or European languages are advantageous.

Our Offer

We offer a wide range of appreciated benefits to our employees, for example:

• Profit sharing
• Life balance through reduction of working hours
• Wellness grants