COO EPC Business

Key Responsibilities: — Lead the strategic development and operational management of the EPC business unit. — Oversee the full EPC project lifecycle, from presales and tendering to project execution and delivery. — Take direct responsibility for P&L, gross margin, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow. — Manage a portfolio of complex EPC projects worth USD 500M+ in aggregate. — Drive business development, commercial negotiations, contract management, and risk mitigation. — Build and scale operational structures, optimize resources, and ensure project delivery on time and within budget. — Lead multidisciplinary teams and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and subcontractors. — Ensure compliance with quality, HSE, contractual, and applicable Russian and international standards. Candidate Requirements: — 15+ years of experience in the EPC industry, including at least 10 years with a major international EPC company. — Proven track record in EPC project and portfolio management, with an aggregate portfolio value of USD 500M+. — At least 10 years of experience in the Russian market, with strong knowledge of local business practices and regulations. — Direct responsibility for P&L, cash flow, project profitability, and commercial performance. — Demonstrated experience in presales, tendering, contract negotiations, and claims management. — Proven ability to build and scale operational organizations and lead large, multidisciplinary teams. — Higher education in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. — Strong knowledge of EPC contracts, FIDIC, risk management, and project management methodologies. — Fluent Russian and English, with the ability to conduct technical and commercial negotiations in both languages. — Willingness to travel to project sites in Russia and internationally. We are looking for a commercially driven EPC executive with a proven international track record, strong financial accountability, and the leadership capabilities to scale and transform an EPC business.