| Head of the Construction and Buildings Department A key management position in the Municipality of Qeqertalik |
Would you like to lead the municipality’s facilities and buildings?
We are seeking a Department Head for Infrastructure and Buildings for a key management position reporting to the Director of Engineering and Environment—Inoqarfik. The position covers the municipality’s 4 towns and 8 villages. You will be responsible for the municipality’s construction, civil engineering, and renovation projects, as well as the operation and maintenance of buildings and small-scale technical facilities. You will ensure technical quality, financial management, and project progress in initiatives that are of great importance to the municipality’s residents and employees.
| Head of Department Role: Reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and works closely with political leadership. | Management Responsibilities: Managing employees and coordinating the technical aspects of construction and civil engineering projects. |
| Field of expertise: Construction and civil engineering projects, municipal buildings, operations, and maintenance. | Geography : Responsibilities spanning the municipality’s four towns and eight villages. |
You’ll be responsible for that
·Management and development of the civil engineering and construction sector, with responsibility for planning, prioritization, finances, and technical quality
·Construction, civil engineering, and renovation projects for municipal buildings, roads, ports, and technical facilities
·Operation, maintenance, and minor repairs of the municipality’s buildings and facilities
·Preparing and following up on project proposals, schedules, budgets, bids, contracts, and collaboration with consultants and contractors
·Providing policy support through well-researched briefs, presentations, budget proposals, and systematic follow-up
We imagine that you
·has relevant professional and managerial experience in construction, civil engineering, engineering, property management, or a related field
·Has experience with construction and civil engineering projects, financial management, procurement, and collaboration with contractors and consultants
·Can provide clarity and drive progress in complex projects involving many stakeholders and practical interdependencies
·has a good understanding of financial matters and can prioritize between maintenance needs, capital improvement requests, and available resources
·works in a structured manner and has an eye for both the big picture and local realities across cities and towns
·It is an advantage if you can communicate in Greenlandic and Danish, and preferably also in English
We place importance on
·orderliness, clarity, and a solid understanding of the division of political and administrative roles
·professional quality, timely follow-up, and responsible financial management
·respect for Greenlandic virtues such as keeping one’s word, helpfulness, resilience, and community spirit
·a willingness to be a visible part of the municipality’s daily life and development
A career filled with memorable experiences
In Greenland, nature is part of everyday life. When the workday ends, leisure time can include dog sledding, sailing, snowmobiling, fishing, hiking, the Northern Lights, and the midnight sun.
| Practical Information: The position reports to the Director of Administration for Technology and Environment—Inoqarfik. The work location is Aasiaat, but the responsibilities cover the entire municipality. Travel within the municipality is to be expected as needed. Salary classification is as Head of Department 3, in accordance with the management agreement between the Self-Government and the municipalities. |
Would you like to help drive progress, ensure quality, and establish proper standards for the municipality’s buildings and facilities?
So this is a department head position that offers responsibility, a broad perspective, and new experiences.
Criminal Record:
This position is subject to the law requiring a criminal background check. Under this law, employment cannot begin until the municipality has received a criminal background check. We must therefore point out that the start date cannot be agreed upon until the municipality has received the criminal record check from the police.
Housing:
Staff housing may be provided for this position; a security deposit, rent, utilities, etc., will be paid in accordance with the rules in effect at any given time regarding rent payments for properties owned by the Government of Greenland and municipalities in Greenland. For further information on rent, including utility costs and similar expenses, please refer to the information at: www.ini@ini.gl.
If permanent staff housing cannot be made available immediately upon starting employment, employees entitled to vacant housing will be offered temporary vacant housing, for which A-tax on non-cash benefits will be paid in accordance with applicable law.
An employee residence must be vacated upon termination of employment.
Application:
We do not accept applications via email or mail.
Submit your application, resume, and relevant supporting documents by clicking “Apply for this position.” Questions may be directed to City Manager Alida C. Rafaelsen, +299 387002, alra@qeqertalik.gl.
The application deadline is July 25, 2026, with a start date of September 1, 2026, or as otherwise agreed.
Application deadline: July 25, 2026
