* Growth CEO mandate in contracting business, with full P&L ownership
* Career growth & impact
About Our Client
My client is a contractor that delivers end-to-end projects across mining, infrastructure, EPC, defence and oil and gas.
With a strong reputation and history of working with blue-chip customers. As they grow, they are committed to delivering sustainable solutions and maintaining their strong position.
Job Description
Reporting to the Board and working closely with the CFO, the CEO will take full P&L ownership, drive integration across existing and new operations, and lead the business through its next phase of growth.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and scale the business while maintaining service excellence and client satisfaction.
* Own and deliver against financial targets, safety metrics, and operational KPIs.
* Act as a visible leader internally and externally, representing the business with credibility and influence
* Build high-performing teams and embed a values-led culture across the organisation.
* Provide clear, actionable insights to support data-informed strategic decision-making.
* Cultivate strong client, investor, and stakeholder relationships to support growth and market reputation.
* A Strategic problem solver and a trusted advisor to Tier 1 operators
* Collaborate with the CFO to manage capital planning, budgets, and enterprise risk.
The Successful Applicant
A successful CEO should have:
* Proven leadership experience in a contractor that delivers significant end-to-end projects, with full P&L responsibility
* The successful candidate will bring proven commercial and operational leadership, with a track record of building culture, developing capabilities, managing risk, and leading in complex and evolving environments.
* A track record of delivering sustainable growth, having scaled a business before
* Excellent strategic thinking and decision-making skills
* Proven ability to deliver commercial growth while maintaining a strong focus on operational risk, safety, compliance, and financial discipline
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities, able to build relationships with customers and problem-solve
* Experience navigating a complex multidisciplinary environment across mining, EPC, and infrastructure
* An ability to lead with integrity and authenticity, demonstrating a deep care for people and culture.
* Demonstrated experience in building capability, both technical and leadership, in a scale-up environment
* A technical foundation in Civil or Mining Engineering
What's on Offer
* A Growth CEO mandate with full P&L ownership
* Competitive salary package with STI & LTI.
* Opportunity to lead a growing business that is highly regarded in its field
* Excellent organisational culture with a focus on sustainability and growth.
Contact
Susannah Humphreys
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6753729