Project Manager

As Project Manager, you are responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and execution of multidisciplinary projects within the water, offshore, and survey sectors. You support the commercial team during tender processes and take ownership of projects from handover through execution to final evaluation. By coordinating people, resources, equipment, and stakeholders, you ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Result Areas

Tender Support and Project Preparation

Supporting the commercial team during tender and quotation processes;

Ensuring a smooth transition from sales to project execution;

Preparing project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource planning;

Identifying project risks and defining appropriate mitigation measures.

Project Management and Coordination

Leading projects from initiation through execution and completion;

Coordinating multidisciplinary project teams and external stakeholders;

Managing project budgets, planning, progress, and quality;

Ensuring efficient deployment of equipment, software, logistics, and personnel.

Client and Stakeholder Management

Acting as the primary point of contact for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders;

Maintaining strong customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle;

Managing expectations and providing regular progress updates;

Supporting commercial opportunities within ongoing projects.

Project Administration and Compliance

Maintaining accurate project administration within Odoo (ERP);

Monitoring budgets, project costs, hours, and reporting;

Ensuring compliance with ISO, HSE, and quality procedures;

Preparing and maintaining project documentation and risk assessments.

Continuous Improvement

Evaluating completed projects and identifying lessons learned;

Improving project processes, workflows, and collaboration;

Supporting operational excellence and organisational development;

Promoting a safe working environment and continuous improvement culture.

Responsibilities

Delivering projects safely, on time, within budget, and according to agreed quality standards;

Ensuring effective communication between customers, project teams, and management;

Managing project risks and resolving operational challenges;

Maintaining complete and accurate project documentation;

Ensuring compliance with company procedures, legislation, and HSE requirements.

Job Requirements

Education and Knowledge

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (HBO/WO) in a technical, maritime, offshore, or related discipline;

Knowledge of project management methodologies and project controls;

Affinity with hydrographic, geophysical, hydrometric, or oceanographic surveying;

Knowledge of quality, safety, and environmental management systems (ISO/HSE);

Excellent command of both Dutch and English, written and spoken.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of project management experience within the maritime, offshore, survey, or water sector;

Experience with tender processes, contract management, and multidisciplinary projects;

Experience coordinating technical teams and external stakeholders;

Experience working with ERP systems such as Odoo is considered an advantage.

Competencies

Strong leadership and organisational skills;

Excellent communication and stakeholder management;

Commercial awareness and customer focus;

Ownership and accountability;

Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability;

Hands-on mentality with a pragmatic approach;

Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Additional Requirements

Willingness to travel occasionally for project locations and customer visits;

Ability to work independently as well as within multidisciplinary teams;

Passion for innovation, technology, and continuous improvement;

Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.

Employment Conditions

Competitive salary based on knowledge and experience;

25 vacation days;

Pension scheme and travel allowance;

Flexible working hours and hybrid working opportunities;

Opportunities for training, education, and professional development;

Working on technically challenging projects with international impact;

A professional and committed team with short communication lines;

A dynamic working environment where innovation, collaboration, and quality are key.

Ready for the next step?

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