Technical Director (m/f/d) - Global Construction Builder (NL)

Germany, Europe Permanent View Job Description
Our client is a globally active leader in delivering complex construction and infrastructure solutions across diverse international markets. To strengthen the technical governance and operational excellence of its international project portfolio, we are seeking a Technical Director (m/f/d), based in the Netherlands.
  • Based in the Netherlands
  • Drive innovation and influence key decisions across a global organization

About Our Client

Our client is a globally active leader in delivering complex construction and infrastructure solutions across diverse international markets. To strengthen the technical governance and operational excellence of its international project portfolio, we are seeking a Technical Director (m/f/d), based in the Netherlands. 

Job Description

Strategic & Operational Leadership

  • Full technical leadership of the operational project business within the assigned region
  • Direct leadership and development of multidisciplinary technical and operational teams
  • Advancement, harmonization, and optimization of construction processes, including digital transformation, BIM methodologies, and LEAN concepts
  • Definition and implementation of strategic objectives in close collaboration with the executive leadership team



Business Development & Market Engagement

  • Contribution to the acquisition of large‑scale projects, including participation in steering committees and key industry networks
  • Continuous market analysis with a focus on growth potential and sustainable order acquisition
  • Strategic customer engagement in partnership with commercial leadership to ensure outstanding client satisfaction



Project Governance & Compliance

  • Executive oversight of the entire project landscape, ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, quality, and risk targets
  • Ensuring best‑in‑class contract and claims management to secure long‑term business success
  • Guaranteeing compliance with all technical, regulatory, and safety standards, as well as internal corporate guidelines
  • Driving the sustainable economic performance of the business unit

The Successful Applicant

Leadership Experience

  • Degree in civil engineering or a comparable technical field
  • Extensive professional experience in senior technical roles within the construction industry, ideally with international exposure
  • Proven leadership personality with the ability to inspire, develop, and retain high‑performing teams



Executive Competencies

  • Strong strategic and conceptual thinking capabilities
  • High level of initiative, structured decision‑making, and resilience
  • Strong communication skills and negotiation confidence at C‑suite and stakeholder levels
  • Exceptional organizational strength and assertiveness



International Orientation

  • Excellent command of English (spoken and written); additional languages are a plus
  • Intercultural competence and willingness to travel internationally

What's on Offer

  • A highly influential executive role within a global organization
  • Strategic impact on the evolution of modern construction processes and technological standards
  • Attractive and competitive executive compensation package
  • Modern working environment with flexible frameworks and global development opportunities
  • A role within a values‑driven, sustainability‑oriented corporate culture
  • Significant strategic and operational decision‑making authority
Contact
Jana Raab
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6927975

Job summary

Function
Operational & General Management
Subsector
Operational & General Management Subsector
Industry
Property & Construction
Location
Germany
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jana Raab
Job reference
JN-012026-6927975

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