US Expansion General Manager - Engineering & Growth

Kronospan; Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dynamic work environment

Leadership in expansion

Team support

Job summary

Ceatec is expanding into the United States and seeks a General Manager to establish and grow the business in the US. You will oversee all aspects of operations, from legal setup to staff recruitment and day-to-day management, reporting to the MD in Europe.

You will build a local team, manage projects, and ensure profitability while nurturing key stakeholder relationships to drive successful market entry.

Qualifications

• Proven track record with 5+ years in a leadership role within the engineering/construction sector.
• At least 10 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience budgeting, managing pipelines, and leading engineering teams.
• Ability to build relationships with government agencies, clients and vendors.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with initiative to drive growth.
• Excellent English communication; German would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of US operations including legal setup and facilities.
• Build and manage a local team: recruit, train and develop staff.
• Oversee delivery of engineering projects with high quality and client satisfaction.
• Maintain financial oversight: budgets, forecasts and profitability.
• Report progress and budget adherence to the Managing Director.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Engineering Management

Stakeholder Relationships

Entrepreneurial Mindset

English Communication

German Language

Project Management

Job description

Ceatec is expanding into the United States and seeks a General Manager to establish and grow the business in the US. You will oversee all aspects of operations, from legal setup to staff recruitment and day-to-day management, reporting to the MD in Europe.

You will build a local team, manage projects, and ensure profitability while nurturing key stakeholder relationships to drive successful market entry.