Construction Manager (CM) - Civil and Marine Construction

International
Marine Works /
Full-time /
On-site
Our client is an international construction group known for delivering complex infrastructure and marine projects around the world. For a major project in Brazil, we are recruiting a Construction Manager (CM) to lead the site execution and planning of a major civil/marine project. 

As a Construction Manager, you must have solid knowledge of how the Technical Office operates, as this role requires a strong interface between design/planning and execution. You will act as the primary operational lead, ensuring that all works are delivered according to plan, quality, and safety standards.

Your Responsibilities

    • Manage and coordinate day-to-day site operations and planning
    • Liaise between the Technical Office and the site team to ensure constructability and sequencing
    • Support and supervise the Chief Site Superintendent (GSS) and site supervisors
    • Ensure optimal resource planning (personnel, equipment, materials)
    • Follow up on technical queries and ensure that technical solutions are implemented efficiently
    • Drive execution aligned with design documents, RAMS, and technical plans
    • Monitor compliance with QHSE regulations and procedures
    • Represent the construction function in progress and coordination meetings

Your Profile

    • Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction
    • 10+ years of experience in large-scale marine or civil works projects
    • Strong technical understanding of execution drawings, methods, and planning
    • Experience in managing multidisciplinary site teams
    • Leadership mindset, able to coach and motivate others
    • Fluent in English; Portuguese is a strong asset
    • Willing to work on-site in Navegantes, Brazil

Languages

    • English – professional proficiency
    • Portuguese – highly preferred

Why Candidates Choose Them

    • Opportunity to lead a high-impact international marine/civil project
    • Work for a respected international contractor with a long history of complex project delivery
    • Flat hierarchy and a collaborative environment where your voice is heard
    • Competitive salary and relocation support
    • Long-term career development in international projects
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 they were for our own. We share our passion for their business with you. We get you inspired. Tell you all about their story, 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

Interested? 

Hit the Apply Now button on this page and upload your up-to-date CV. We will get back to you as soon as we see a match. You may upload your CV in PDF format in English, Dutch or French.