As Resident Director you will lead the establishment of Haskoning in Thailand focussing on Water and Maritime services. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our long-term presence in one of Southeast Asia's most dynamic markets. This is a unique opportunity to combine business leadership, professional expertise, and statutory directorship responsibilities while working closely with our APAC leadership team.

What you will do as Resident Director

You will be serving as the company's representative and statutory director for our Water and Maritime business operations in the country. Reporting to the regional director, you will drive business performance, ensure sound governance and compliance, strengthen client relationships, and support building a high-performing team aligned with Haskoning's strategy and values.

The Resident Director role is expected to evolve in line with the growth of the Thailand entity. During the establishment phase, the primary focus may be on regulatory compliance, professional engineering accountability and statutory representation. As the business expands, the role will progressively assume broader responsibilities.

Core activities of the Resident Director role are the following:

Country Leadership

Acts as the statutory representative of Water & Maritime Thailand, ensuring compliance with local regulations and corporate policies.
Oversees governance, risk management, business continuity and crisis response.
Monitors operational, financial and organisational performance of the entity.

Engineering & Project Delivery

Maintains the professional engineering licence(s) required for operations in Thailand.
Provides professional oversight of engineering services delivered through the Thai entity.
Acts as Project Director or Senior Reviewer and signatory as required.

Clients & Growth

Represents Haskoning in Thailand and serves as the primary point of contact for clients, authorities and partners.
Builds strategic relationships and supports business development activities.
Provides local market, regulatory and stakeholder insights to regional and global teams.

People & Culture

Fosters a high-performing and collaborative working environment.
Supports recruitment, development and retention of local staff.
Provides leadership, coaching and mentoring to employees operating through the Thailand office.

Corporate Responsibility

Promotes Haskoning's commitment to Enhancing Society Together including sustainability, ethics and corporate responsibility.
Oversees country-level CSR and community engagement initiatives.
Recommends local policies, procedures or deviations from global policies where justified by local requirements.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy combining engineering, design, and technology. Guided by our mission Enhancing Society Together, you'll work on meaningful, challenging projects that create real impact. You'll do this together with 6,800 colleagues across 25+ countries and backed by over 140 years of expertise. Want to know more Visit our about us page.

As our Resident Director you are based in Bangkok, Thailand, leading our newest office in Southeast Asia. The team is part of the Business Unit Asia Pacific, requiring close collaboration with regional and global leadership while maintaining a strong local market focus. From Bangkok, Haskoning works closely with government institutions, authorities, and private sector clients to address Thailand's critical water and maritime challenges covering coastal resilience, flood risk management, climate adaptation, and port development.

What you bring

Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.
At least 10 years of experience in the water, maritime, or related infrastructure sectors in Thailand.
At least 5 years of leadership experience in a similar role holding responsibility for business performance and team leadership.
Valid Thai professional engineering licence (COE).
Thai nationality with fluent English communication skills (written and spoken).

You combine a strategic and entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, collaborative approach and a strong commitment to corporate governance.

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That's why we offer a complete benefits package that supports your development and your well-being.

What we offer:

A solid foundation: a competitive base salary. The salary will be based your skills and experience and increases every year. The final offer may vary depending on your background and suitability.
Prioritisation of your well-being: with flexibility, support and a strong sense of community. This way, your work and personal life go hand in hand.
Development opportunities: We offer many training and development programs. These include tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and different knowledge-sharing groups.
Informal and inclusive culture: We offer a welcoming and open environment where people come first and diversity really matters. Team spirit stays high, and everyone feels easy to approach. We organise voluntary social and sports activities, and have employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.

Are you our new colleague

Then we would like to meet you! Click on the apply button on our website and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible.

The application process then consists of 2 interviews and possible an assessment. Are we all enthusiastic after this Then you will receive an offer from us, and we will be happy to welcome you on board!

Do you have any questions about the role or the process You can always contact Alwin Commandeur, Business Development Director Southeast Asia, at [HIDDEN TEXT] or Sanne Bron, Recruiter, at [HIDDEN TEXT]

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of Enhancing Society Together drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual's unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

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Resident Director Water & Maritime Office in Thailand