(Freelance) Construction Manager (m/f/d) Sulphuric Acid Plant
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PROJECT FRAMEWORK
Location: Mulhouse, France
Plant Type: Sulphuric acid production facility
Discipline: Mechanical Supervision
Start Date: As soon as possible
Project Duration: 2+ months
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Represent the client as the responsible on-site point of contact.
Oversee the preparation and setup of the construction site in line with project-specific requirements.
Assemble a capable construction team with clearly defined responsibilities and reporting structures.
Implement effective systems for Health & Safety (HSE), Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC), and documentation.
Manage materials and ensure proper reporting procedures are in place.
Provide precise and timely progress reports to project management and steering committees.
Make key decisions to ensure timely progress of construction activities.
Monitor the construction schedule continuously, with a focus on the critical path.
Take overall responsibility for site execution and coordination of all relevant interfaces.
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations on site.
Collaborate closely with scheduling, quality assurance, the HSE team, and specialist construction managers.
Review and adjust the project schedule daily in line with current site conditions.
Identify and implement optimisation measures as construction progresses.
Coordinate activities with subcontractors, especially with regard to interface management.
Lead the entire site team, organise meetings, assign tasks, support discipline leads, and incorporate
daily feedback into ongoing planning.
Take responsibility for the construction calendar and its adherence.
Work in close cooperation with the Subcontract Manager and Claims Manager to safeguard the client’s contractual position.
Promptly notify the client of any defects or incomplete works in order to preserve warranty claims against suppliers.
Maintain consistent order and cleanliness across the entire construction site.
Report the timely completion of all installation works to the client.
Carry out and properly document final installation inspections.
YOUR PROFILE
Degree in a relevant technical field, such as Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or Construction Technology.
Minimum of five years' professional experience in a comparable role, ideally in chemical plant construction.
Proven track record in managing industrial construction projects with a volume of over five million euros.
Strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and high-level management competence.
Solid commercial acumen and strong organisational capabilities.
In-depth knowledge of applicable legal regulations, especially in occupational health and safety.
Fluency in
French (spoken and written)
is essential, alongside very good command of either German or English.
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