Textile waste is a growing global challenge. Syre’s mission is to decarbonize and dewaste textiles, starting with the world's biggest fiber, polyester. By implementing true textile-to-textile recycling at hyperscale, we want to drive the transition from a linear to a circular value chain by putting textile waste to use, over and over again.

Are you excited by the thought of contributing to the great textile shift? And, by truly being part of the green change? Then keep on reading, because Syre is now looking for someone with skills within complex construction projects. This pivotal person will plan, build and then scale the plants we will operate. As a Construction Director at Syre you will have a major impact on all the construction phases and also be building the team that's gonna make it happen.

Key tasks and responsibilities 

• Senior international profile with strong background in planning, executing, and completing capital projects globally.
• Responsible for strategic planning, budgeting, and execution of Syre’s construction plant projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Proven experience in construction management, capital expenditure planning, and project management, including track record of successfully managing large-scale construction projects.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent negotiation skills, including knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Impact-oriented with a strong drive to get things done, deliver results, and optimize for speed globally (= start-up experience and mentality).
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• High ambitions with a constant drive for excellence, daring to challenge the status quo.
• Purpose-driven mentality, with a clear mission and passion for driving environmental change.

Key Qualifications

• Senior international profile with strong background in planning, executing, and completing capital projects globally.
• Proven experience in construction management, capital expenditure planning, and project management, including track record of successfully managing large-scale construction projects.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent negotiation skills, including knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Impact-oriented with a strong drive to get things done, deliver results, and optimize for speed globally (= start-up experience and mentality).
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• High ambitions with a constant drive for excellence, daring to challenge the status quo.
• Purpose-driven mentality, with a clear mission and passion for driving environmental change.
• Ability to travel internationally as required.

We would prefer if you

• Have experience of large complex green/brownfield construction projects built from scratch.
• Are fluent in English both orally and in writing (professional English required).

You will be reporting to COO and preferably be located in Stockholm, Sweden or open for relocation/travelling. 

Syre is an international company with a Swedish soul. We are a growing team of scalemakers – dedicated optimists and pioneers, together on a quest to drive the great textile shift. At Syre, we always appreciate it if you would be described as purpose-driven, action-oriented, innovative, change navigator and team player. Our team members are offered an international environment of innovation and speed, and we embrace diversity in all forms. Together we are here to build an impact company with green transition at its core – for our customers, partners, investors, and most of all, for our planet.

Are you the one we’re looking for? Apply with confidence - we look forward to hearing from you (in English)!