Global Head of Major Projects Operations (EMEA)

About the role

The Global Head of Major Projects Operations is the executive accountable for delivering the company’s most strategic, complex and visible projects across EMEA. The role ensures safe, profitable and predictable execution, turning operational excellence into a competitive advantage.

Key responsibilities

• Own global delivery performance for major projects, including safety, schedule, quality, cash flow and profitability.
• Define and enforce performance targets, reporting mechanisms and corrective‑action processes.
• Lead the Major Projects PMO, governance framework and stage‑gate reviews.
• Drive proactive risk identification, mitigation and escalation across the project portfolio.
• Develop global standards for project and site management, harmonising best practices across regions.
• Build and mentor a pipeline of project directors, managers and execution leaders.
• Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, Engineering, Legal and Operations to ensure seamless project lifecycle integration.

Required profile

• Extensive senior leadership experience delivering large‑scale, high‑complexity projects (mega‑projects, infrastructure, high‑rise).
• Proven track record of improving safety, customer satisfaction and financial performance.
• Strong governance, risk‑management and operational‑discipline expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to lead global PMO functions and develop talent pipelines.
• Excellent stakeholder management with executive‑level customers and internal partners.

Required skills