Chief Executive Officer

Role overview

An established international organization with operations across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East is hiring a senior executive to create and grow its United States business. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on building a strong US platform with long-term backing from a global enterprise.

The CEO will shape the growth plan, assemble a top-tier leadership group, develop major client partnerships, and help position the company as a leading player in construction, real estate, and infrastructure. The role reports directly to the Board of Directors and carries responsibility for revenue growth, operating performance, market expansion, and long-term enterprise value across the US.

Location

The position is based in the United States. Relocation support may be offered for outstanding candidates. The final base location will depend on business strategy and market opportunity.

Compensation

Base pay is between $700,000 and $1,100,000 annually. The selected candidate will also be eligible for a substantial performance-linked incentive plan tied to business growth and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Set up, grow, and guide the long-term success of the US business.
• Create and execute the market entry and expansion strategy.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing executive team.
• Build strategic client relationships in construction, real estate, infrastructure, and adjacent sectors.
• Increase revenue, profitability, and market share.
• Put in place scalable operating systems, governance structures, and business processes.
• Represent the organization with clients, industry bodies, government stakeholders, and strategic partners.
• Work with the Board on long-term goals and investment priorities.
• Assess acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, and organic growth avenues.
• Ensure full compliance with legal, regulatory, financial, and operational obligations.
• Encourage a culture built on accountability, innovation, teamwork, and strong performance.
• Track market and competitor movements to spot opportunities and reduce risk.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Finance, or a related field.
• MBA or another advanced degree is preferred.
• At least 20 years of progressive leadership experience in construction, engineering, infrastructure, real estate, or professional services.
• Proven ability to lead sizeable business units, regions, or enterprises with major P&L accountability.
• Strong track record of driving growth, market expansion, and strategic business development.
• Well-established executive network within the US construction and real estate sectors.
• Experience launching, scaling, restructuring, or transforming a business is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Background in a global organization with cross-border collaboration is preferred.

Why this role stands out

This is a chance to lead the US expansion of a well-funded international organization with ambitious growth plans and a long-term commitment to the North American market. The role offers autonomy, resources, and senior-level support to build a market-leading platform and make a lasting industry impact.

Additional information

Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates. The final location will be determined by business strategy and market opportunities.