Head of Projects

Permanent On-site Construction Head of Projects

The Opportunity

On behalf of our client, we are recruiting for an experienced head of projects to lead and grow their Projects division in Malta.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an accomplished construction professional to take responsibility for the strategic, commercial and operational performance of a multi-disciplinary construction business.

The role will provide hands-on leadership across civil works, fit-out and joinery, construction joint ventures and property projects, with a strong focus on profitable delivery, operational excellence, governance and sustainable business growth.

This is a significant leadership opportunity for an experienced construction professional to take ownership of a diverse project portfolio and play a key role in the continued growth and development of an established construction business in Malta.

If you are an experienced construction leader looking for a senior role where you can make a genuine impact across strategy, operations, commercial performance and project delivery, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

Interested in finding out more? Get in touch for a confidential discussion or submit your application.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the General Manager will be responsible for:

Key Responsibilities

• check_circle Providing executive oversight of projects, ensuring safe, high-quality, on-time and on-budget delivery.
• check_circle Developing and executing business strategy, identifying opportunities for growth, diversification, market expansion and long-term sustainability.
• check_circle Leading, mentoring and performance-managing a senior management team across Civil Works, Fit-Out & Joinery, Construction Joint Ventures, Property Projects, Commercial and Finance.
• check_circle Driving commercial performance and profitability through effective tendering, contract negotiations, cost control, margin improvement and risk management.
• check_circle Establishing robust project governance frameworks and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, quality standards and health & safety practices.
• check_circle Overseeing budgets, forecasting, cash flow management, financial reporting and capital expenditure.
• check_circle Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, joint venture partners, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and regulators.
• check_circle Leading major bids, proposals and strategic partnerships to strengthen market positioning and business development.
• check_circle Promoting a culture of safety, accountability, innovation and continuous improvement.
• check_circle Supporting talent development, succession planning and workforce capability.
• check_circle Ensuring high standards of quality, health & safety and environmental responsibility across the business.

About You

• check_circle Ensuring high standards of quality, health & safety and environmental responsibility across the business.
• check_circle A minimum of 10 years' relevant professional experience.
• check_circle Strong experience within th