Senior Port Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Port Engineer to join our Latin America team in Lima, Peru. Are you looking to grow your knowledge and experience by working in a highly skilled team within one of the leading global maritime consultants? Are you looking for variety, challenging, and interesting port and terminal projects worldwide? Do you have a strong ambition to develop, learn, and unlock your full potential? Then this position may be for you.

What will you do

As a Senior Port Engineer, you will be an important role model within the team responsible for the delivery of complex port and terminal planning projects. You will help develop innovative port planning tools using the latest modelling and simulation software and encourage repeat business from key accounts by delivering outstanding client value.

Responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing large and small port master planning studies, on behalf of international port clients, including port authorities and global terminal operators
• Planning and design of small as well as large, complex port terminals in different phases and levels of automation, including the oversight of terminal simulation studies using discrete event simulation
• Contributing to the digitalisation and sustainability of port and terminal master planning
• Performing technical due diligence studies and audits
• Preparation of high-quality reports, presentations and workshops
• Developing proposals and commercial offers
• Promotion of the work of the team within the company and at industry events
• Managing the end-to-end delivery of port and terminal development projects, with accountability for scope, schedule, cost, quality and client satisfaction
• Leading, mentoring and coordinating multidisciplinary project teams as a role model within the team
• Managing client and customer relationships and key accounts, and coordinating with internal business lines and external stakeholders
• Overseeing the commercial and contractual aspects of projects, including budgets, proposals and change management

Where you will work

Haskoning is a global company with over 6.000 staff in 140 countries and is active in engineering & design and consultancy. We strive to have a positive impact on people and their environment and on the global economy through the projects we do.

We are at the forefront of innovative maritime planning and development. Our teams of multi-disciplinary experts have assisted our international clientele to create successful ports worldwide. We have provided expert commercial, technical, and operational advice and created master plans across the globe for a wide range of port projects. We are one of the largest and most experienced teams of port planning professionals globally and we are world leaders in the production of port feasibility studies, and (national) port master plans.

You will work for the Advisory Group Water and Maritime Latin America. This team consists of around 50 staff, is based in Lima, Perú and works closely with the other offices (Netherlands, UK) and excels in a wide variety of services and skills in the fields of climate resilience and maritime developments. We provide our clients, both private and (semi) governmental, with a range of services throughout the various phases of a project: from inception, through master planning, feasibility, design all the way to construction supervision. We have a strong foothold in the Netherlands, but we operate worldwide.

What you bring

The following requirements could make you eligible for the position available:

• A Master’s degree (MSc), preferably in (civil) engineering
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience, preferably in an engineering consultancy or similar organisation
• Proven experience managing port and terminal development projects, including client, customer and stakeholder management
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus
• Proven experience in leading and delivering port master planning studies for port authorities, investors and operators
• Proven experience in working on technical due diligence projects for port clients and investors
• Proven experience of collaborative working in teams and with other disciplines
• External network of port industry clients
• Capable of undertaking assignments effectively to achieve technically sound, timely and cost-effective results
• Other relevant experience in the port and maritime infrastructure sector (e.g. design, construction, operations)
• Experience of terminal automation would be advantageous

Competencies

We expect the following soft skills from you:

• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written (English) (Dutch language is an advantage)
• Good listener
• A team player with a focus on success and goals
• Good organization skills
• Dynamic, flexible approach and multi-tasking abilities
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Commercially astute with strong marketing, growth, and profit orientation
• Interest in innovation and digital solutions

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we offer more than a first job - we offer a professional starting point. You will join a structured, international organization where learning, discipline, and growth are part of everyday work. This role is designed for early-career professionals who want to build a solid career foundation in an international consultancy environment.

What we offer:

• Clear career foundation - A role with defined responsibilities, exposure to international projects, and the opportunity to grow within project support and document control career paths.
• Learning by doing - Hands-on experience working with international teams, standards, and documentation practices used in global projects.
• Professional development - Access to training programs, learning paths, and knowledge-sharing initiatives that support long-term career growth.
• Stability and consistency - A competitive base salary with annual reviews, aligned with local market conditions and the scope of the role.
• Inclusive and collaborative culture - A respectful, people-focused environment where teamwork, diversity, and mutual support are part of daily work.

Are you our new colleague?

Then we would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume. 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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