Job Title: Construction Manager
Location: Antwerp, Belgium
Sector: Chemical Industry
Languages: Dutch and English speaking
Contract Duration: 12Â Months Extendable (5 year project)
About the Client
Our client is a leading chemical company based in Antwerp, delivering a range of capital projects across their industrial manufacturing operations. The organisation is focused on safe and efficient project execution, continuous improvement, and long-term site development within a complex process environment.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee a varied portfolio of projects within the chemical sector. You will initially support smaller CAPEX projects before transitioning onto a major project exceeding €100 million in value.
The role requires an individual capable of managing the full project lifecycle from concept through to completion, whilst leading and developing a younger project team within a fast-paced EPCM/client-side environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead construction activities across a portfolio of chemical sector projects
- Oversee the full project lifecycle from planning and execution through to commissioning and handover
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders within EPCM or client-side environments
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
- Drive construction strategy, site execution, and contractor performance
- Support and mentor junior team members, fostering a positive and productive working culture
- Manage communication between engineering, procurement, construction, and client teams
- Monitor project progress, risks, and reporting to senior stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with all site safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience as a Construction Manager within industrial or chemical sector projects
- Experience managing projects across a range of CAPEX values
- Strong EPCM or client-side project experience
- Ability to manage the complete project lifecycle from concept to completion
- Strong leadership and people management capabilities
- Dutch and English language skills are essential
- Proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented approach
- Strong stakeholder communication and coordination skills