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Head of Plumbing / Chief Plumbing Engineer [Relocation to Ghana, West Africa]
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SalaryUp to USD 7,000/month + bonus + full expat package (housing, flights, medical, relocation)LocationRomaniaIndustryConstructionJob DescriptionLocation: GhanaType: Full-time | International Assignment | HQ-BasedRole OverviewWe are recruiting a senior-level Head of Plumbing / Chief Plumbing Engineer for a leading international infrastructure contractor delivering large-scale government-backed projects.
This is a headquarters-based leadership role with responsibility across multiple projects, combining technical authority, procurement ownership, and cross-project support.
The position is not site-limited and requires oversight of plumbing operations at a company-wide level.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Purchasing
- Manage the full procurement cycle for plumbing materials
- Coordinate with international suppliers (primarily Israeli-based)
- Prepare and validate Bills of Quantities (BoQ) and Bills of Materials (BoM)
- Develop cost estimates and support tendering/bidding processes
- Review material quantities based on technical drawings
- Ensure cost control and efficient sourcing strategies
Technical Leadership
- Act as the senior technical authority for plumbing across all projects
- Provide guidance to Project Managers, Engineers, and Site Teams
- Review and approve plumbing designs and technical documentation
- Validate blueprints and ensure compliance with standards
- Support design optimization and execution strategies
Project Support & Troubleshooting
- Provide high-level technical support for complex plumbing systems
- Assist site teams in resolving escalated technical issues
- Ensure smooth coordination between design, procurement, and execution
- Contribute to improving system performance and implementation
Candidate Profile
Must Have
- Senior plumbing engineer or superintendent background
- Strong international project experience
- Proven experience in procurement and purchasing
- Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings
- Experience preparing BoQs, BoMs, and cost estimates
- Experience managing teams and coordinating across projects
Nice to Have
- Experience working with international suppliers (Israeli suppliers is a plus)
- Background in large-scale infrastructure or civil projects
- Experience in emerging markets or international environments
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive USD-based salary (up to ~7,000 USD/month depending on experience)
- Performance or retention bonus (discretionary)
Living & Accommodation
- High-standard company-provided accommodation
- Utilities covered
- Driver provided
Travel & Relocation
- International flights covered
- Relocation support provided
- Visa and work permit assistance
Daily Living
- Food / meal support (covered or subsidized)
- Laundry service or allowance
Health & Insurance
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Potential dependent coverage (subject to confirmation)
Leave & Rotation
- Structured leave policy
- Rotation system (typically 2 weeks off every 3 months, depending on alignment)
- Annual leave as per company policy
Role Positioning
This role is:
- A senior, strategic leadership position
- Headquarters-based with cross-project responsibility
- Strongly focused on procurement and cost control
- Long-term and stable within an international contractor
This role is not:
- A site-only execution role
- A junior or mid-level position
- A short-term contract
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