Managing Director

The Managing Director EX assumes a pTivotal strategic leadership role at Zutari, tasked with driving the strategic development and execution of Zutari EX as a purpose-built business delivering high-calibre engineering and design services for global projects. This role combines visionary design leadership with international market expansion, positioning Zutari EX to integrate seamlessly into the value chains of Consultants, EPCMs, OEMs, and contractors worldwide. The Managing Director EX will craft and execute comprehensive strategies that establish Zutari EX as a long-term technical partner, leveraging technical eminence to deliver scalable, outcomes-driven solutions across international markets.
This position requires exceptional leadership capabilities, extensive international experience, deep understanding of design excellence principles, and a proven track record of building and scaling design-centered organizations in global markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Design Services Excellence

Develop and execute comprehensive strategy for Zutari EX as a purpose-built business delivering high-calibre engineering services
Lead establishment of design services that integrate seamlessly into value chains of Consultants, EPCMs, OEMs, and contractors
Position Zutari EX as a long-term technical partner delivering scalable, outcomes-driven solutions globally
Drive integration of design thinking and technical eminence across all business units and geographic regions
Champion development of Zutari’s technical brand and reputation in international markets

Technical Eminence & Innovation

Oversee conceptualization and delivery of  projects for strategic international clients and partners
Establish frameworks for technical excellence that position Zutari EX as preferred technical partner for sophisticated engineering challenges
Lead thought leadership development on industry challenges and innovative solutions that support partner value chains
Foster culture of continuous innovation and technical advancement across the organization

International Market Development

Leverage extensive international networks to identify and pursue strategic market opportunities
Establish strategic partnerships with international clients, technology providers, and industry experts
Drive market penetration strategies in key international regions

Work Winning & Client Engagement

Serve as a magnet for high-value international work through personal brand and technical reputation
Develop and maintain relationships with C-level executives and decision-makers globally
Articulate the value proposition of Zutari’s design excellence to international markets

Organizational Development

Build and lead high-performing international teams across multiple design centers
Establish mentorship and development programs for emerging technical leaders
Drive organizational change to support international growth and design excellence
Foster cross-cultural collaboration and knowledge sharing across global operations

Brand & Thought Leadership

Position Zutari and personal brand through international conferences, publications, and industry engagement
Lead external storytelling of innovative designs and their global impact
Represent Zutari at international industry bodies and professional organizations
Drive content creation and thought leadership that enhances Zutari’s international reputation

People Leadership and Organizational Development 

Foster a collaborative, high-performance work culture aligned with Zutari’s values of impact, innovation, and excellence 
Champion diversity, inclusion, and local capacity building initiatives 
Ensure localisation ambitions are met and realised. 
Implement talent attraction, retention, and succession planning strategies for critical roles 
Create and maintain a working environment that promotes employee engagement, development, and well-being 
Lead and guide senior personnel regarding the implementation and monitoring of talent management, performance management, career guidance, and professional development for all employees 

Eminence 

Enhance and promote initiatives such as youth empowerment, professional development and registration, advance technical and commercial development of staff.  
Participate in well-known industry conferences, initiatives and proactively contribute to the growth of the next generation of engineers 

Qualifications:
Education / Certification / Membership Required 

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, or related technical field
Professional engineering registration or equivalent international certification
Approximately 10 years of proven experience in senior leadership roles within the engineering/design industry
Approximately 10 years of demonstrated international experience across multiple markets
Advanced degree (Masters/PhD) in Engineering, Business, or related field
MBA or equivalent international business qualification
Membership in international professional bodies (ICE, ASCE, IStructE, etc.)
Published thought leadership in international journals or conferences

Other requirements:  

International Experience – Proven track record of working and establishing new operations across multiple international markets (Africa, Middle East, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Americas)
Track record of successfully establishing and scaling design-centred organizations internationally
Must have Technical & Design Leadership excellence leading complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects with experience in technical innovation and emerging technology adoption
Business Acumen – Demonstrated ability to drive revenue growth and market expansion internationally
Leadership & Communication – Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with ability to inspire international teams, C-level audiences with experience in change management and organizational transformation

Skills:

Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire, influence, and motivate diverse teams across cultures and geographies 
Outstanding commercial acumen with proven ability to identify, pursue, and close business opportunities 
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and credibility with C-suite executives and international stakeholders 
Strategic thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities 
Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to operate effectively in dynamic, ambiguous environments 
Strong financial literacy and business management capabilities 
Ability to navigate complex regulatory and cultural environments 
Results-oriented with demonstrated ability to deliver on ambitious growth targets 

Competencies:

Visionary thinking with international perspective
Results-driven sustainable growth focus
Ethical leadership and integrity
Inspire multicultural teams
Cultural adaptability across markets
Global business with local understanding
Multilingual capabilities (advantageous)
International regulatory experience
Technical excellence commitment
Entrepreneurial risk-taking mindset
Forward-thinking technology approach
Sustainable development passion
Cross-cultural relationship building
Diverse stakeholder engagement
Strong negotiation skills
Empowering leadership style
Able to build strong client relationships and manages the senior teams execution to deliver tailored solutions

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