Head of Fabrication & Construction

About the role

We are looking for a hands‑on senior leader to direct end‑to‑end fabrication and construction operations for major EPC projects across West Africa. The role oversees the full construction lifecycle, from mobilisation and site management to quality control, schedule delivery and HSE compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise construction and fabrication activities across active and pipeline EPC projects.
• Drive on‑time, on‑budget delivery through schedule management, resource allocation and contractor coordination.
• Establish and enforce execution methodologies, site standards and quality control processes.
• Manage multi‑disciplinary site teams covering civil, mechanical, electrical, piping and structural disciplines.
• Oversee fabrication of structural steel, piping, skids and modular assemblies, ensuring compliance with client specifications and international codes.
• Champion a zero‑harm safety culture and ensure HSE and environmental compliance.
• Recruit, develop and retain high‑performing construction and fabrication teams, building documented SOPs and knowledge‑transfer systems.
• Serve as primary client interface on construction matters, managing expectations, sub‑contracts and commercial claims.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience delivering major EPC projects in challenging environments.
• Strong background in fabrication and construction management.
• Demonstrated ability to build scalable, process‑driven operations.
• Experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams and coordinating contractors.
• Commitment to HSE excellence and stakeholder relationship management.

Required skills

• EPC project delivery
• Fabrication management (structural steel, piping, skids, modular assemblies)
• Construction scheduling and resource allocation
• HSE compliance and incident investigation
• Contractor coordination and subcontract management