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Job Description

  • Global engineering consultancy with great career opportunities
  • Opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects both locally and internationally
  • Friendly working environment across the business

About SJ


Surbana Jurong Group is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.


Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 in Surbana Jurong and its member companies AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA and SMEC, based in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries. They include architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other specialists driven by progressive thinking and creative ideas to shape a better future.


Its technical experts deliver sustainable solutions that cover the entire project life cycle from planning and design, through to delivery and management, as well as a full suite of multidisciplinary consultancy services across a diverse range of sectors including transportation, water, aviation, healthcare, hospitality and renewables.


A global engineering consulting firm with over 70 years of track record in successful project delivery, Surbana Jurong has built more than a million homes in Singapore, created master plans in more than 60 countries and developed over 100 industrial parks globally.


The Role


We are currently seeking an established Executive Director, Ports & Maritime to provide leadership and strategic direction to our Ports & Maritime business in collaboration with the wider SJ Group strategy.


This role can be based at any of our major offices globally (South East Asia, Australia, Middle East, Africa, UK…)


As Executive Director, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring there is consistency and cohesion across our Ports & Maritime business globally, with the effect of growing the Infrastructure + Energy business line through optimal people, commercial, business development, client relationship management and project performance.


Your responsibilities extend to the ongoing development, direction, and delivery of the Strategic Action Plan for the Transport sector, Ports & Maritime being your focus.  This includes organic growth, capability development, strategic partnerships and alliances. You will be at home managing profit and loss on a global scale, ensuring capability development and mobilisation of resources.  


As an ideal candidate, you will have:


  • 20+ years in the industry with proven success in Senior Management roles with a focus on global strategy within the Ports & Maritime industry.
  • Established industry profile and active involvement in industry associations.
  • Ability to establish and maintain client relationships, providing expert business development advice.
  • Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline; postgraduate and project management qualifications highly regarded.
  • In-depth knowledge of industry standards, legislation, and market trends globally.
  • High level communication skills, including negotiating and resolving highly complex commercial, technical and people matters.

How to apply


All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.


For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Nicholas Fischer-White - nicholas.fischer-white@smec.com


Wrap up


As an inclusive and growing organisation, SJ is committed to building a global community of talented professionals and thought leaders.


We recognise the value and importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and look for people with different backgrounds, skills and expertise to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.


All recruitment activities go through our Talent Acquisition function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SJ employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.


At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!



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