Executive GM, Construction & Heavy Industry (Africa)

Skilled Medical; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,283,000 - 1,853,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive remuneration package

Direct reporting line to the Chairman

Strong Africa project pipeline

Relocation support where applicable

Leadership platform in a multinational

Job summary

Skilled Medical is searching for a General Manager for Construction & Heavy Industry, based in Ghana with travel across project sites. This senior executive will hold full P&L accountability and lead strategic direction across multiple African markets.

You will build and retain a high-performing leadership team, drive revenue growth, manage costs, and oversee complex civil, mechanical, and heavy equipment operations within a multinational group.

Qualifications

• Senior experience in construction, civil engineering, or heavy industry.
• Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline (MBA is an advantage).
• Proven track record of P&L ownership and delivery of strong financial performance.
• Experience operating across multiple African markets.
• 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.

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

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L ownership

Multi-country project delivery

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Mechanical Engineering

MBA (advantage)

Job description

Skilled Medical is searching for a General Manager for Construction & Heavy Industry, based in Ghana with travel across project sites. This senior executive will hold full P&L accountability and lead strategic direction across multiple African markets.

You will build and retain a high-performing leadership team, drive revenue growth, manage costs, and oversee complex civil, mechanical, and heavy equipment operations within a multinational group.