Project Manager Industry

Are you motivated by working in multidisciplinary teams and being the point of contact for our clients regarding project management? We have an exciting opportunity for you. Together with our team, you will be able to make a difference and achieve project success, both for the client and our company. Let us explore how our collaboration can lead to mutual success.

What you will do as Project Manager Industry

Within our Industry market, we serve clients within the Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Consumer Goods and Technology sectors. As a Project Manager, you are expected to deliver total success to allocated projects in green and/or brown-field manufacturing environments. You will be leading and managing multidisciplinary teams and act as the single point of contact with the client.

In the current business environment, multinational clients are increasingly requesting us to develop business cases together with them in which engineering is fully integrated. These business cases subsequently are translated into conceptual design studies and master plans. As a Project Manager, you understand our client´s primary processes. You will support business development as well; hence you are expected to have a personal network of potential clients, and you have the commercial skills to develop accounts into sustainable repeating business. Your main responsibilities consist of:

• Managing and leading medium/large-scale engineering construction projects in a multi stakeholder environment throughout a complete project life cycle, supporting our multinational clients to makes the best value decisions;
• Developing, leading and managing the team during project development and delivery;
• Initiating projects together with clients, coordinate stakeholder input, analyze and appraise production solutions, prepare project briefs and business cases and gain the necessary approvals within the client’s organization;
• Overseeing all project controls: e.g., planning, cost control, project administration and contract management;
• Operating in an international context and anticipating short- and medium- term travel.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

As our new Project Manager Industry, you will become part of the Project Management & Consultancy team. The Project Management & Consultancy team consists of highly experienced and solution-oriented project managers and consultants with extensive experience in large-scale, multidisciplinary construction projects in various sectors. Our goal is to achieve higher productivity and lower operating costs for our clients through technical optimization. Together with our clients, we place projects from a broader perspective.

Each project has its own individual challenges, be it budgets, logistics, timing, materials or people. That is why we offer a dedicated and customized approach for each project. This way, we ensure that every project comes to a successful conclusion, from initial concept to final delivery.

What you bring

As Project Manager Industry we expect you to be a qualified professional, and project management certifications are desirable (e.g., IPMA, Prince). With your proven track record in managing medium and large-scale projects, you have built a strong, high level international network within the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and other manufacturing sectors. An international mindset and willingness to travel short- and medium- term assignments are important in this role, which is why an international CV would be desirable.

Within this role we expect you to have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effortlessly adjust yourself in an international and culturally diverse environment and be able to act as coach and mentor for other staff. You must be able to build and maintain a trusted advisor status at director level with clients. As an entrepreneur with strong business acumen and sound understanding of business financials with a clear market drive, a focus on clients and the client’s network recognizing profitability and revenue potential in business opportunities. You also stay aware of international standards and developments in the fields of health and safety and sustainability and actively promote these in your projects.

Furthermore, you have:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with a technical background (civil, mechanical).
• Over 8 years of experience in Project Management within the industry environment;
• Affinity with the process industry is preferred, preferably in the food & beverage, pharmaceutical or other manufacturing sectors;

• Verbal proficiency of both Dutch and English at a professional working level is required.

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 comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

What we offer:

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary (€ 4,758 - € 7,948 monthly) with annual increases;

• An attractive compensation package: Including a strong pension scheme with an 18.3% employer contribution, a 2.15% personal budget, and annual profit sharing. You will also have the opportunity to purchase company shares and share in our success;

• Work-life balance: 28 vacation days (based on full-time employment), with the option to purchase an additional 16.5 days per year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, a home office allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace;

• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups;

• Travel allowance: A conveniently located workplace in Eindhoven, with travel expense reimbursement and an NS Business Card. If you walk or bike to work, you will receive a higher travel allowance - encouraging sustainable commuting.

• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.

Read more about our employee benefits here.

Are you our new colleague?

Then we would like to meet you! Click on the apply button 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 twointerviews 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 Majid Moayedfar, Project Manager, at [email protected] or Pieter van Rhee, Recruiter Multinationals, at [email protected]

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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