Head of Asset Delivery

About us
Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) is a fully owned subsidiary of Hapag-Lloyd. Operating from Rotterdam, HGT manages a portfolio of stakes in 21 terminals and complementary logistics services across 11 countries across 5 continents: Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa
- with plans to expand its stakes to over ~30 terminals by 2030. At HGT, we are a highly motivated team of experienced international professionals who believe that growth in any partnership comes from trust and dedication. Our commitment to provide highly efficient terminal operations that are safe, sustainable, and reliable is rooted in a simple yet powerful vision: “offering exceptional service quality at all times.” At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be a part of our journey. The project The Sunset Consortium, made up of Hanseatic Global Terminals and APM Terminals, is leading the development and modernization of Puerto Caldera, the main port complex on Costa Rica's Pacific coast. Having won the public tender, the consortium will carry out an investment plan of around 500 million dollars, which includes major infrastructure works and the acquisition of new state-of-the-art equipment. Operations are expected to begin in September 2027, providing a modern and competitive solution along Costa Rica's Pacific coast. The position The Head of Asset Delivery will lead the end-to-end delivery of all physical assets for the development and modernisation of Puerto Caldera: civil works, quay and yard, cargo-handling equipment, and IT/OT systems. Because this is a brownfield project, the role must make sure new works and equipment are integrated safely with the existing infrastructure, and that port operations continue throughout execution with as little disruption as possible. The Head of Asset Delivery makes sure every asset is built, tested and handed over to Operations and Maintenance safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards, ready for the start of operations planned for September 2027. This is a senior technical leadership role. It directs the Quay, Yard, Civil, Equipment, IT/OT & Systems, and Integration & Testing teams, and manages contractors, suppliers and consultants. The role is site-based at Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica. It reports to the Project Director.

Key Responsibilities
Project Management & Business Leadership
• Deliver asset workstreams and produce project plans that comply with the organization's project management framework.
• Create reports and presentations with key information, commentary, and recommendations to support project reviews and enable stakeholders to evaluate progress and agree on changes.
• Identify and evaluate risks, issues, opportunities, dependencies, and constraints associated with the project, and empower your team to implement action plans in response.
• Track budgets and report variances to the broader team, in coordination with the Project Controls Manager, and manage the project close-out to ensure effective transition from the project environment to business as usual while capturing lessons learned. People – Leadership & Supervision
• Create clarity and common understanding of project goals, communicate and coordinate actions needed to implement the function's strategy and business plan within the team, and motivate people to commit to these goals.
• Manage and report on the performance of a diverse team, set appropriate performance objectives, and provide coaching to develop skills. Supply Chain Management & Procurement
• Achieve specific procurement goals, including civil works, large-scale equipment packages, IT and Automation packages, and consultancy services.
• Coordinate activities of subcontractors and suppliers and act as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan. Governance & Policy Management
• Monitor and review performance against HSSE KPIs, take action to improve performance and resolve non-compliance with the organization's HSSE policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions.
• Support the creation and maintenance of a phased and realistic project management plan, including execution plan, scope document, time schedule, budget, risk and opportunity register. Other
• Develop stakeholder engagement by identifying stakeholders, finding out their needs/issues/concerns, and reacting to these to support the communication of business information and decisions.
• Create, organize, and maintain files containing the correspondence and records of a senior colleague.
• Manage quality assurance, quality control, testing, and commissioning, including carrying out complex tests to verify that specifications are met and reject nonconforming material or articles. Job requirements Education Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or related discipline).
• Advanced project management qualification (e.g. APM PMQ, PMI PMP or equivalent). Desirable:
• Postgraduate studies in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering Management or related fields. Experience Required:
• 15 years' experience overall, including a minimum of 10 years in construction management or site-based technical delivery of infrastructure, equipment or automation assets.
• Accountability for project delivery on at least two large-scale, complex capital infrastructure projects, at least one of them in ports, terminals or marine infrastructure.
• Experience delivering projects in brownfield or live operating environments, minimising disruption to ongoing operations.
• Proven experience coordinating multiple contractors and interdependent work packages (civil, equipment, IT and systems), managing interfaces between them to ensure integrated delivery.
• Experience in testing, commissioning and handover of assets to Operations and Maintenance.
• Contract management and administration using FIDIC or similar international contract forms, including procurement of contractors, suppliers and third parties.
• Management of HSSE across a complex scope of works, including multiple contractors and interfaces. Desirable:
• Hands-on experience with container terminal equipment (e.g. STS, RTG/RMG cranes).
• Experience delivering projects in Latin America, ideally in Costa Rica or Central America. Leadership Experience
• Line management of other technical discipline managers and specialists.
• Coaching and/or mentoring others across a team or broader functional business.
• Experience working in a culturally and technically diverse team and environment, internally and externally to your organisation.
• Proactive performance management through leading (predictive) measures. Technical Knowledge Required:
• Port and terminal infrastructure and operations (quay, yard, cargo-handling equipment and systems).
• Engineering design across civil, structural, geotechnical, mechanical and electrical disciplines.
• Port systems (e.g. TOS, OT and automation systems), at a working level sufficient to coordinate IT and systems packages; deep specialist expertise is not required.
• Project Management methodologies, planning and cost control.
• Risk and Issue Management (proactive risk capture and mitigation).
• Quality Assurance / Quality Control, testing and commissioning.
• HSSE management systems for construction projects. Desirable:
• Marine and geotechnical works.
• Terminal automation and systems integration.
• Brownfield construction phasing and operational interface planning. Software & Tools
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6.
• Power BI.
• SharePoint and collaboration platforms.
• Document management and project controls systems. Languages
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Fluent Spanish (written and spoken). Competencies
• Technical Leadership.
• Contractor and Interface Management.
• Safety Leadership.
• Communication and Influencing Skills (confidently presenting to internal (project) and external (HQ) stakeholders).
• Planning and Organization.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making.
• Results Orientation.
• Collaboration and Teamwork.

What we offer
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape the global footprint of a fast-growing terminal operator.
• High-impact leadership role in a dynamic, global, and collaborative organization.