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Area Manager North and West Africa Rohde Nielsen

Marpro Group


Job Location:

Helsingør - Denmark

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 25 September 2026 (19 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 23 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you an experienced commercial leader with a strong technical understanding of dredging marine construction or marine works Do you have the industry network business acumen and drive to identify opportunities and build long-term client relationships in North and West Africa

On behalf of Rohde Nielsen MARPRO Group is seeking an experienced Area Manager for North and West this key commercial role you will support Rohde Nielsens growth in the region by identifying project opportunities developing client and stakeholder relationships and contributing to the successful development and delivery of dredging and marine infrastructure projects.

The job

As Area Manager you will drive business development activities within North and West Africa. Combining commercial acumen with technical understanding you will identify and pursue new project opportunities establish and strengthen relationships with clients consultants authorities and other key stakeholders and support tendering activities contract negotiations and the commercial management of ongoing projects.

In this highly independent role you will represent Rohde Nielsen in the region helping to expand the companys presence and build long-term partnerships in strategically important markets.

The preferred candidate is based in Europe North Africa West Africa South Africa or another location with good travel connections to the region. Other locations may be considered for candidates with strong regional experience and willingness to travel extensively.

Professional qualifications

  • Senior commercial operational or project management experience from dredging marine construction offshore or marine works.

  • Strong technical understanding of complex marine infrastructure projects.

  • Proven success in business development client management and commercial growth.

  • Experience with tendering processes contract negotiations and project execution.

  • Ability to build and maintain long-term relationships with clients consultants authorities and other key stakeholders.

  • Strong commercial acumen and ability to identify and develop new market opportunities within the region.

  • Experience from North and/or West African markets is considered a strong advantage.

  • Fluent in English both written and spoken; French language skills are considered a strong advantage.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in an international environment.

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functions and cultures.

Personal characteristics

  • Entrepreneurial and commercially driven with a proactive approach to creating opportunities.

  • Self-motivated independent and accountable for delivering results.

  • Skilled relationship builder with strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

  • Pragmatic solution-oriented and comfortable making decisions in a dynamic international environment.

  • Adaptable and resilient thriving in multicultural settings.

  • Professional team-oriented and committed to long-term success.

Rohde Nielsen offers

Rohde Nielsen offers an opportunity to join one of Europes leading dredging and marine contractors and play an active role in developing the companys position in North and West Africa. You will become part of an informal and entrepreneurial organisation where flexibility responsibility and short decision-making processes go hand in hand.

The role offers a high degree of autonomy international exposure and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on Rohde Nielsens continued growth in the region. You will work alongside experienced and dedicated colleagues in a dynamic environment that supports both personal and professional development.

In return Rohde Nielsen offers a competitive remuneration package and attractive employment terms aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

Application

The application process is handled by MARPRO Group. If you have any questions regarding this position please contact MARPRO Group at.

If you are interested in the position please upload a motivated application and an updated CV via the application button.

About Rohde Nielsen

ROHDE NIELSEN A/S is one of Europes leading international dredging and marine contractors delivering complex marine infrastructure projects worldwide. Since 1968 the company has built a strong reputation for technical excellence reliability and an uncompromising commitment to safety quality and environmental responsibility. Today Rohde Nielsen operates a large fleet of specialised vessels and delivers projects ranging from coastal protection and land reclamation to port development offshore services and capital and maintenance dredging.

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