Zeljko Zakula

Background

About Zeljko Zakula

With over 16 years of leadership in major capital projects, I have delivered significant oil and gas, mining, and infrastructure projects across Europe and Africa. I am currently serving as the Project Manager for Special Projects at Simandou in Guinea, where I lead key aspects of the $4B mine development, overseeing more than employees and contractors.I enjoy bringing teams together to deliver on project objectives and I am adept at turning objectives into actionable plans. My leadership style is rooted in strong people engagement, team development, and cultural awareness. I have a well-practised ability to analyze challenges and quickly make informed decisions, ensuring solutions are applied with a focus on project continuity.I am experienced in engaging stakeholders to understand their expectations, building strong relationships, and providing clear, consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle. I continually seek to enhance project delivery efficiency through effective resource management and robust project planning. I have experience across all project phases, including early-stage studies, Engineering, and both Greenfield and Brownfield construction.