At Lantania, we bring to life major transport, water, and energy infrastructures that improve quality of life and help build a cleaner, more sustainable world.
People are at the heart of our strategic decisions — they are the driving force behind everything we do.
We are a dynamic and flexible company, with professionals who possess the experience and technical expertise acquired over decades of work.
We combine the freshness and drive of a young company born to become a benchmark in the infrastructure, water, and energy sectors.
&##We are seeking a Technical Director EPC – International Desalination Plants with solid experience in large-scale, international EPC projects to lead the technical execution of desalination plants from contract award through to final handover.
This is a strategic and technical leadership role responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, efficiency, and sustainability, while managing the integration of engineering disciplines, equipment, and subcontractors.
The successful candidate will work closely with clients and corporate management, making key decisions to optimize resources and enhance project performance.
&##Lead and oversee multidisciplinary engineering (process, civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation) throughout design, construction, testing, and commissioning.
Coordinate the integration of technological packages and major equipment, optimizing technical interfaces across disciplines and contractors.
Project and Contract Management
Ensure strict compliance with project schedules, budgets, and technical specifications under international EPC contracts.
Coordinate corrective actions with engineering, quality, legal, and procurement teams.
Performance and Reporting
Report regularly to Project and Corporate Management on technical progress, quality indicators, schedule compliance, and engineering/procurement costs.
Monitor KPIs related to quality, schedule, and cost, implementing corrective measures when required.
Collaborate with clients, consultants, regulatory bodies, and contractors throughout project execution.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, or related field).
Minimum 10 years of experience in the water infrastructure sector, including at least 5 years in senior technical management roles on EPC projects for desalination plants exceeding 100,000 m³/day capacity.
Excellent communication and reporting skills at both project and corporate management levels.
Fluency in English (Spanish native or advanced preferred); Postgraduate studies in Project Management, Water Engineering, or an MBA are desirable.
&##Involvement in strategic, large-scale international projects.
The opportunity to join a leading global engineering and construction company .