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Country Manager Design & Build

Brussels City Permanent Work from home View Job Description
Our client seeks a Country Manager to spearhead and structure growth in Belgium & Benelux, while delivering high-quality, innovative real estate, architecture & design-build services. The role blends business development, team leadership, project oversight, and strategic input to establish the local operation as a key entity in the group's international portfolio.

Updated on 20/10/2025

  • Lead the expansion of a growing real-estate group in Benelux
  • Shape and lead multidisciplinary design & build projects

About Our Client

  • An independent, multidisciplinary real-estate organisation integrating consultancy, architecture, design & build, engineering and digital.
  • Established over 30 years with operations across France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Morocco and the Benelux countries.
  • Recognised for delivering over one million m² annually of offices, retail, industrial, logistics and public-works projects.



Job Description

  • Lead and manage the Brussels office: ensure smooth operations, coordinate teams, establish structures.
  • Develop business: identify and pursue new leads, build the client portfolio, elevate market profile, especially in fit-out and Design & Build sectors.
  • Oversee project delivery: assure quality, respect deadlines, satisfy clients.
  • Participate in project phases where needed: design, tendering, execution etc.
  • Provide leadership: motivate, guide, grow the local team, foster corporate culture.
  • Contribute to group strategy: collaborate with other regional offices, support innovative initiatives.



The Successful Applicant

  • Advanced academic background (architecture or engineering), with substantial relevant experience (~10+ years).
  • Demonstrated record in business development & team leadership, particularly in office/retail fit-out or general contracting / design-build projects.
  • Deep knowledge of Belgian market (both French- and Dutch-speaking regions) and Brussels in particular.
  • Bilingual French & English; Dutch is a strong asset.
  • Strong entrepreneurial mindset: autonomy, proactivity, solution orientation.



What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to take ownership of a local office with significant influence over strategy & growth.
  • Access to internal & geographical mobility across a diverse, international group.
  • A creative, multicultural work environment where innovation and collaboration are valued.
  • Exposure to varied, ambitious projects in evolving sectors such as design & build, digital, architecture.
  • Chance to contribute to international expansion, increasing visibility and impact.



Contact
Raphael Simon
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6850400

Job summary

Sector
Property, Construction & Facilities Management
Sub Sector
Construction Planning
Industry
Property
Location
Brussels City
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Raphael Simon
Job Reference
JN-102025-6850400
Remote or office
Work from home

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