General Manager - Marine Works Division (Expatriate)

About the role

Adexen is seeking an experienced General Manager for its Marine Works Division, based in Lagos, Nigeria. The role leads the full marine works business unit, including strategy, operations, project delivery, commercial performance, technical excellence, HSE, stakeholder management and team development. It is a senior leadership position for a proven marine construction executive, with direct involvement in the rehabilitation and redevelopment of the Lagos Port, a project valued at approximately USD 1.3 billion.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Marine Works Division as a high-performing business unit, defining its strategy, operating model, resources, systems and performance standards.
• Oversee large-scale marine infrastructure projects, especially the Lagos Port rehabilitation, covering port rehabilitation, quay walls, jetties, dredging, reclamation, piling, breakwaters, coastal protection and marine foundations.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget, and supervise planning, engineering, procurement, construction, subcontractor management, commissioning and handover.
• Manage budgets, cost control, forecasts, claims, variations and project profitability; support tendering, contract negotiations and business development.
• Represent the company with clients, port authorities, government agencies, consultants, subcontractors and communities, and build trusted relationships with key stakeholders.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team including project managers, engineers, planners, quantity surveyors, HSE professionals and site operations teams, and mentor local talent.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, environmental requirements and international quality standards, and identify and mitigate risks.

Required profile

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering, Coastal Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 20 years' experience in civil engineering, marine construction, port development or major infrastructure projects.
• Proven senior leadership experience (e.g., General Manager, Operations Director, Project Director, Business Unit Head).
• Track record delivering large-scale marine infrastructure projects, preferably in Africa or emerging markets.
• Strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management and leadership of multicultural teams.
• Previous experience in Africa highly valued; professional engineering certification, PMP or equivalent is an advantage.

Required skills

• Technical understanding of marine works execution, construction methods, planning and risk management.
• Cost control, claims, variations and subcontractor management.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office.