Head of Civil Engineering

Are you an experienced civil engineering leader looking for an international role where you can make a real impact on global capital projects? Then this opportunity is perfect for you!

As Head of Civil Engineering, you will act as the global functional leader for civil engineering within Heineken. You will lead a team of five professionals and be responsible for the civil scope of all capital projects above €1 million worldwide, representing an annual budget of €200–300 million. You will contribute to safe design practices, drive innovation in construction technologies, and strengthen our global network of civil engineering experts.

What will you do?

You will work within the Global Projects & Engineering department and be part of the management team. Your responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the Civil Engineering & Integration team
• Overseeing the civil scope of global capital projects
• Ensuring safe design planning and supporting contractor safety assessments
• Managing Engineering Service Providers for conceptual and basic design
• Coordinating detailed engineering and execution within multidisciplinary teams
• Driving innovation in digital construction technologies
• Maintaining and aligning the global civil engineering expert network
• Facilitating the development of Centres of Excellence

Who are you?

We are looking for a strategic and experienced leader who excels in stakeholder management and team leadership. You have a strong technical background in civil engineering and bring international experience that enables you to navigate complex environments with confidence. Further, you understand how to build relationships across diverse teams and cultures, and you know how to lead with vision and clarity in a global context.

You bring:

• A master degree in civil or construction engineering
• 13+ years of relevant work experience, preferably in a multinational or consultancy
• Expertise in capital project excellence, supplier management, and finance
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• An innovative mindset, helicopter view, and ability to drive change
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)

Are you excited about this role, even if you don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! You might bring valuable experience we didn’t even know we needed. If you’re eager to learn and grow, you could be the perfect candidate for this position.

What’s in it for you?

• A gross monthly salary ranging from €8,735 to €11,230, based on your experience and expertise.
• Performance-driven bonus: a bonus linked to your results, celebrating your achievements and rewarding your contribution to our success.
• Plenty of vacation time: enjoy 20 vacation days per year, plus a flexible budget to add 10 extra days—that’s 6 weeks in total.
• Stress-free commuting: Enjoy easy travel with an NS Business Card for public transport or a reimbursement of €0.23 per km (up to 30 km per one-way trip).
• Sustainability at heart: join a company committed to making a positive impact—HEINEKEN aims to have CO2-neutral locations by 2030.
• Grow with us: we offer endless opportunities for you to learn, grow, and explore new career paths, both locally and globally.