Project Leader
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 21, 2026. Elia Group scores A on the Alion truth index.
Function
Do you have a strong technical background and proven experience in leading multidisciplinary projects? Elia Group is seeking experienced Project Engineers and Project Leaders to join our team and shape the energy transition.
Your job responsibilities:
- You will be responsible for electricity infrastructure projects and will be responsible for the construction, expansion and replacement of the infrastructure.
- You will work autonomously and will be responsible for defining, designing, studying and implementing projects up to and including their commissioning (and their administrative closure), taking into account the applicable codes and standards so that safety can be guaranteed at all times.
Depending on your role (Project Engineer or Project Leader):
- As a Project Engineer, you focus on the technical development and follow-up of projects within your area of expertise, acting as the contact person for all technical matters. You are responsible for the technical supervision of on-site works, working together with the relevant entities and contractors.
- As a Project Leader, you take on the overall coordination of the project and manage a multidisciplinary team (with a functional rather than hierarchical relationship). You are also responsible for planning, budget, and stakeholder management. You organize and coordinate the overall on-site execution of the works in partnership with both internal and external stakeholders.
- You will organise and coordinate the execution of works on-site, in cooperation with the relevant Elia Group entities and contractors (suppliers, contractors, outsourcing companies, etc.).
- You will draw up proposals for technical improvements and safety enhancements by making a proactive contribution to the feedback process.
- You will contribute to the development of Elia and the Infrastructure Division by actively taking part in Group-wide working groups.
- You have the capabilities to pull complex projects in terms of technicality and stakeholders. #ElectronicElectronicalManufactur
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Your Profile
- You have an engineering education, preferably in electrical/electromechanical or civil engineering.
- You have at least 3 years of experience in Project Leading/ Project Managing/ Project Engineering or a similar role.
- Expertise in Substations or Lines and Cables is a plus, but not a necessity.
- You have a strong interest in the challenging world of the energy transition and you want to contribute to the implementation of important and societally relevant projects through your personal commitment and drive to innovate.
- You are able to take initiative, organise, communicate assertively and show leadership.
- You have a good knowledge of Dutch, French, and English.
- You are open to personal development, continuous learning and giving and receiving constructive feedback
Offer
Salary: a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€10 per working day), eco-vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results.
Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance.
Vacation: You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment).
Social fund: Year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs.
Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement.
Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill.
Mobility: we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget.
Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price.
Location
Your home base will be Leon Monnoyerkaai 3, 1000 Brussels, but you will often be on-site for your projects