General Manager

Robert Walters Africa

Kampala, Central Region
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

About the jobA well-established, specialist geotechnical and construction services group based in Uganda, operating across multiple African markets, is seeking a General Manager to lead and scale its regional operations.This is a senior executive role with full responsibility for strategy, performance, profitability and governance across a growing, multi-country business.As the General Manager based in Uganda, you will assume end-to-end leadership of the group's operations, with accountability spanning strategy, operations, finance, commercial management, plant and equipment, health & safety, and business development. You will work closely with the Board to execute growth plans while ensuring strong governance, disciplined execution and sustainable profitability.This role offers the opportunity to lead a technically strong business through its next phase of expansion, building scalable systems, strengthening leadership teams and driving operational excellence across borders.Success will be measured through:

Revenue growth and improved profitability
Consistent, high-quality project delivery
Strong health, safety and operational performance
Effective plant utilisation and investment
Expansion into new markets and long-term client partnerships

Key Qualifications & Experience:

Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Management or similar (preferred)
MBA or senior management qualification (advantageous)
10-15 years' experience in piling, geotechnical or heavy construction environments
At least 5 years in a senior executive, general management or regional leadership role
Proven track record managing complex, multi-country operations (preferred)
Strong commercial, contractual and financial management experience

Key Responsibilities:

Set and execute regional strategy in alignment with the Board
Oversee operational, financial and commercial performance
Lead major tenders, negotiations and strategic client relationships
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget
Drive governance, reporting and operational consistency
Guide plant, equipment and asset investment decisions
Build and develop high-performing leadership teams

Key Personal Skills

Strategic, decisive and outcomes-driven leader
Hands-on executive with strong operational discipline
Confident communicator and negotiator across stakeholders
High integrity with a strong governance mindset
Entrepreneurial approach to growth and opportunity

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