Project Director – Mozambique (Marine Works)
Mozambique
Marine Works /
Full-time /
On-site
As Project Director, you will lead the delivery of a major marine works project — including a large jetty and marine offloading facility — ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion. You’ll oversee all project phases, from contract negotiations to execution, while fostering collaboration between clients, contractors, and internal teams.
Our client, a prominent international contractor headquartered in a European capital, is globally recognised for innovation, sustainability, and an unwavering commitment to quality and safety. They employ advanced methodologies for efficient project delivery, showcasing their expertise across diverse sectors, and firmly establishing their leadership in the construction industry.
Your Task
- Direct all project activities, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to client requirements.
- Oversee contract negotiations, procurement, and stakeholder management.
- Lead financial monitoring, risk management, and reporting to ensure strong project performance.
- Drive technical reviews, resource allocation, and team mobilisation for key milestones.
- Represent the company externally, building strong relationships with clients, partners, and local authorities.
- Ensure high standards of safety, quality, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Work on a 6/3 rotational schedule at a secured base camp in Mozambique.
Your Profile
- Academic degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
- 15+ years of experience managing large, complex infrastructure projects (> €150M), preferably in civil or marine works.
- Experience with jetties or quay wall construction is an advantage.
- Strong contract management and claim-handling expertise (FIDIC).
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to resolve complex issues and implement practical solutions.
- Experienced in leading multicultural teams in challenging environments.
- Willingness to work as an expat on a rotational basis (6 weeks on / 3 weeks off).
Language(s)
- English Required
- Portuguese is an asset
What’s in It for You
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (including medical coverage, pension, and mobility options).
- Career development programs and opportunities to grow within an international organization.
- A dynamic, safe, and innovative work environment with industry-leading colleagues.
- Opportunity to deliver landmark projects with global impact.
About Cabo Norte Professionals
Cabo Norte Professionals is a team of highly driven recruitment experts based in Belgium with 20 years of in-house recruitment expertise in Belgium, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, France, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Australia.
It’s our talent to find yours! We recruit candidates for our clients’ companies as if it were for our own. We share our passion for their business with you. We get you inspired. Tell you all about their story and vision and your possible future role herein. We make it personal, tailored to your ambition and expectations. After all, you are not looking for a job, but a career offering possibilities, perspective and growth. We are here to pave your way to success.
Our clients are important players in their industry and niche, operating in the BENELUX area, France or internationally, active in Architecture, Construction & Civil Engineering, Digital Engineering & Virtual Reality, Real Estate & Development, Digital Engineering & Virtual Reality, Energy, Health, Safety & Environment, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Industry
