The Construction Manager will lead and supervise all on-site construction activities for the project, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
The construction manager will act as owner construction manager in the structure of the EPcm set-up, representing the Umicore construction input and interests. He starts in FEL2. During that phase he ensures early input into planning and challenges construction bids effectively.
He checks the construction drawings and should participate in the constructability reviews to optimize the construction strategy, identify potential issues, incorporate safety into the design, and reduce the risk of late changes. The construction manager should review the construction direct and indirect costs.
During the project execution the Owner construction manager will EPCm will ensure that:
Lead and manage all on-site construction activities, ensuring execution according to design, schedule, and safety standards
Coordinate contractors managing interfaces between civil, mechanical, electrical, and piping disciplines
Ensure compliance with QEHS standards, Belgian and EU regulations; conduct audits, enforce safety protocols, and manage permits
Monitor progress and budget, track costs, manage change orders, and report variances
Oversee quality assurance, inspections, and compliance with specifications and ISO standards
Communicate regularly with Engineering, Project Director, and key stakeholders
Collaborate with Umicore discipline leads, commissioning teams, and site operations
Your profile
* Masters or bachelors degree in civil, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering
* Minimum 10 years of experience in industrial construction
* Minimum 5 years of experience in chemical or petrochemical projects
* Proven track record managing projects > 100M
* Strong knowledge of construction management principles
* Familiarity with Belgian building codes, Seveso directives, and EU safety standards
* Proficiency in project planning tools (Primavera P6, MS Project)
* Experience with piping is a strong asset
* Candidate has a Valid VCA-VOL
Offer
You will be part of a growing Belgian SME where initiative and personal development are encouraged. We will provide you with an enjoyable work environment with fun colleagues. We will work out a career plan with you, with attention and a budget for extra education/certification. You can count on an attractive salary, supplemented with extra-legal benefits, including a company car.
(Freelance is also possible)