Construction Director | Leading International Main Contractor

Construction Director | Leading International Main Contractor | Finland

Executive leadership role delivering major mission-critical and large-scale construction projects across Finland
Strategic opportunity to lead multidisciplinary project teams while driving operational excellence, commercial performance, and business growth
Outstanding executive salary and benefits package with long-term career progression within a leading international contractor

Oradeo Recruitment are seeking an experienced Construction Director to join a leading international main contractor delivering complex, high-value construction projects across Finland. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a key leadership position responsible for the strategic management, operational delivery, and commercial success of a portfolio of major projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.

The successful candidate will provide leadership across project delivery, commercial management, client engagement, business development, and operational performance while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction executive to join a growing organisation delivering landmark projects across Europe.

Construction Director Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

Lead the successful delivery of major construction projects from pre-construction through commissioning and final handover
Develop and implement short, medium, and long-term construction strategies to achieve operational and commercial objectives
Drive project profitability while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction
Lead the continuous development and improvement of construction management systems, processes, and best practices
Develop project execution strategies in collaboration with senior management, clients, and project delivery teams
Ensure effective risk management, governance, and compliance across all project activities
Identify innovative construction methodologies and cost-saving initiatives to improve project delivery and operational performance
Provide strategic guidance to senior project teams throughout the full project lifecycle

Operational & Project Delivery

Oversee multiple large-scale construction projects, ensuring delivery on programme and within budget
Lead Project Directors, Project Managers, Construction Managers, and multidisciplinary delivery teams
Monitor project performance through regular reporting, KPI reviews, and commercial assessments
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, statutory regulations, quality standards, and client requirements
Promote operational excellence through effective planning, resource allocation, and project controls
Drive continuous improvement across construction methodologies and delivery processes
Ensure successful commissioning, handover, and project close-out activities

Leadership & People Management

Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing construction management teams across multiple projects
Foster a collaborative culture focused on safety, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Promote commercial awareness throughout project delivery teams
Support succession planning, talent development, and professional growth across operational teams
Chair senior management meetings and provide regular operational updates to executive leadership
Build strong internal relationships across commercial, design, engineering, procurement, and project delivery functions

Leadership & People Management

Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing construction management teams across multiple projects
Foster a collaborative culture focused on safety, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Promote commercial awareness throughout project delivery teams
Support succession planning, talent development, and professional growth across operational teams
Chair senior management meetings and provide regular operational updates to executive leadership
Build strong internal relationships across commercial, design, engineering, procurement, and project delivery functions

Necessary Skills & Requirements:

Third-level qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline
Significant senior leadership experience within a main contractor or large construction organisation
Proven experience managing multiple large-scale construction projects or complex project portfolios
Strong commercial acumen with extensive experience managing project profitability, budgets, and financial performance
Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary project teams across major construction programmes
Excellent client relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong understanding of project delivery, construction methodologies, procurement, contract administration, and risk management
Proven ability to develop and implement operational strategies that improve project performance
Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills
Strong commitment to Health & Safety, Quality Assurance, and Environmental compliance
Experience mentoring and developing senior project management teams
Highly organised with exceptional planning and strategic thinking abilities
Eligible to work within the EU (or able to obtain the necessary work authorisation)

For more information about this Construction Director position or other Executive Construction opportunities across Ireland and Europe, contact Oradeo Recruitment confidentially on +353 1 687 7188 or email recruitment@oradeo.com

About Oradeo – Oradeo Recruitment are specialists in the construction & engineering sector. We are a leading service provider in Ireland, the UK, and Europe for professional recruitment services and managed labour across Construction & Civil Engineering, Data Centres, Mechanical & Electrical, Life Sciences, and Renewable Energies sectors.