General Manager

Airswift is looking for a General Manager to work in a full-time staff position in Georgetown, Guyana, for a leading company in the energy and infrastructure sector.This role serves as the senior executive responsible for strategic, commercial, and operational leadership of the company’s EPC portfolio in Guyana. The General Manager will oversee all country operations, drive business growth, ensure flawless project execution, and represent the company with government, utility, and private-sector stakeholders.Job ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Business GrowthDevelop and execute a five-year country growth strategy, including market targets, revenue mix, and investment priorities.Diversify the EPC portfolio across power generation, transmission, industrial, and infrastructure sectors.Expand profitable O&M contracts with bankable SLAs.Identify new opportunities through partnerships, joint ventures, and public-private collaborations.Lead market intelligence and risk assessments to anticipate shifts in energy demand and policy.Present strategic plans and KPIs to the Executive Committee and Board.Operational Excellence & Project DeliveryProvide executive oversight of all EPC projects, ensuring cost, schedule, and quality targets are met.Implement project governance frameworks including risk registers, stage-gate approvals, and performance audits.Approve major procurement strategies and vendor selections.Drive a culture of zero harm and compliance with HSSE and ISO standards.Resolve escalated project issues through cross-functional collaboration.Financial Stewardship & Corporate GovernanceHold full P&L accountability for Guyana operations.Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.Approve commercial commitments in line with corporate risk appetite.Ensure financial governance, internal controls, and audit compliance.Oversee CapEx decisions and manage banking and insurance relationships.Commercial, Client & Stakeholder ManagementServe as the primary commercial representative in Guyana.Lead contract negotiations with clients, partners, and subcontractors.Build trusted relationships with government, utilities, investors, and development banks.Represent the company in industry events and energy forums.Maintain proactive communication with corporate leadership.People Leadership & Organizational DevelopmentBuild and lead a high-performance country management team.Define workforce strategy including recruitment, succession, and capability development.Drive leadership accountability through measurable goals and mentoring.Foster a culture of integrity, collaboration, and excellence.Champion diversity, local talent development, and employee engagement.Compliance, Risk & Legal OversightEnsure compliance with national regulations and internal policies.Oversee risk management frameworks and mitigation plans.Manage contract claims and regulatory matters with legal counsel.Maintain ethical practices and transparent audit trails.Corporate Representation & Public AffairsRepresent the company in public forums and media engagements.Promote the brand through thought leadership and participation in energy initiatives.Build alliances with trade associations and development institutions.Job QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration; MBA or equivalent preferred.Minimum 15 years of experience in EPC or large-scale infrastructure, with at least 5 years in senior executive leadership.Proven track record in strategic growth, contract negotiation, and multi-project oversight.Deep understanding of EPC contracting models (FIDIC, turnkey, design-build), project finance, and risk management.Experience managing government and board-level stakeholder relationships.Strong financial literacy and corporate governance discipline.Availability for executive travel and site visits.LANGUAGESFluent in EnglishAbout AirswiftAirswift serves as a strategic partner to our clients in STEM industries. We offer a turnkey workforce solution to acquire, mobilize, and employ top talent in over 70 countries. With 800 employees in over 60 offices worldwide, 7,000 contractors, and a candidate database of 1.5 million specialists, our geographical reach and pool of available talent, experience, and expertise is unmatched in the industry. We are proud to serve as a trusted advisor to clients looking to expand their operations internationally and offer employer of record services, payroll outsourcing, and HR consulting.