C003460/5 Senior Project Manager (NS) - THU 12 Nov RELAUNCH

EMW, Inc.; Eigenbrakel; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EMW, Inc. in Belgium seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex IT/C4ISR initiatives under NATO/NCI Agency governance. The role is full-time and on-site in Braine-l'Alleud, with possible travel to NCIA sites, starting 7 December 2026 and ending 31 December 2026.

You will plan, implement and manage projects, develop business cases, manage risks and KPIs, coordinate teams, and ensure artefacts meet high quality standards per NATO regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline with 3 years post-related experience.
• Alternatively, 10 years extensive, progressive IT project management experience in lieu of a degree.
• Formal project management qualifications (PRINCE2 Practitioner or PMP) desirable.
• At least five years of PM experience in a large-scale IT organisation.
• Experience in planning, design, system engineering and implementation of C4ISR systems.
• Knowledge of CIS network design and related standards.
• Knowledge of NATO/government procurement policies and processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and manage assigned projects per NATO regulations and NCI Agency policies.
• Develop business cases including procurement strategy and risk analyses.
• Execute management, coordination and QA functions for successful delivery.
• Understand client requirements, collect data, deliver analyses and resolutions.
• Deliver projects within defined scope, time, cost and quality tolerances.
• Identify, plan and allocate resources to meet milestones.
• Manage KPIs and report anomalies with corrective actions.
• Manage risks and issues with up-to-date logs and actions.
• Support cash flow planning and reporting for projects.
• Supervise project teams and lead meetings with stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date project artefacts and participate in related activities.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Team leadership

Budget and cash flow management

Education

Bachelor's degree

PRINCE2 Practitioner / PMP

ITIL Foundation

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

Deadline Date: Thursday 12 November 2026

Requirement: Senior Project Manager

Location: Braine-l'Alleud, BE

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Time On-Site: 100%

Total Scope of the request (hours): 150

Required Start Date: 7 December 2026

End Contract Date: 31 December 2026

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

Note: There may well be a requirement to travel to other NCIA sites, depending on the projects that the IWC is allocated to.

Duties and Role

Under the direction of the Principal Project Manager (Lead PM), the incumbent will perform duties such as the following:

• The planning, implementation and management of assigned projects in accordance with the appropriate NATO regulations and NCI Agency project management policies and procedures;
• Development of business case (including procurement strategy, benefit and risk analyses, project proposal and/or statement of works) to secure sponsor acceptance and funding;
• Execute the necessary Management, Coordination and Quality Assurance functions essential to the successful delivery of capability and services;
• Take responsibility for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution;
• Deliver projects within defined Scope, Time, Cost and Quality tolerances and report on progress regularly and ad-hoc as required;
• The identification, planning and allocation of resources to meet project milestones and/or initiate corrective actions when necessary;
• Manage the projects Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and report any recognized anomalies and initiate corrective actions;
• Manage Risks and Issues proactively, keep the Risks-/Issueslog up-to-date and report any deviations directly with applicable courses of actions;
• Manage proactively the cash flow of projects and contribute to financial planning and reporting;
• Support the annual and multi-year Business Planning and forecasting by accurate planning and forecasting of own projects;
• Supervise (directly or part of a Matrix environment) teams and individuals (project team members);
• Lead meetings and conferences with team members, internal/external stakeholders and customers;
• Ensure that realistic project plans are maintained and ensure regular and accurate communication to stakeholders;
• Ensure project artefacts are of highest quality, accurate and up-to-date by reviewing and maintaining them regularly;
• Participate in other project management related activities;
• Undertake relevant technical support and maintenance activities to keep project and risk plans and/or any other relevant information up-to-date in the Enterprise Business Applications;
• Deputize for higher grade staff (Principal Project Manager);
• Performs other duties as may be required.

• NATO Secret security clearance
• A minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 3 years post-related experience.
• Or, exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to NCI Agency, that is, at least 10 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to the function of the post.
• A recognised formal Project Management qualification, such as PRINCE 2 Practitioner / Project Management Professional (PMP). The lack of formal qualifications can be compensated by the demonstration of expertise and experience in the domain;
• Recent extensive Project Management experience (at least five years) in a large scale IT organization;
• Experience in planning, design, system engineering and implementation of communication aspects of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems;
• Knowledge and experience in state-of-the-art technologies, relevant to the work, i.e. Deployable Communication and Information Systems (CIS) network design, switched multimedia networks, and familiarity with related international / commercial / industrial standards;
• Proven ability to communicate effectively orally, using tact and diplomacy, and in writing with good briefing skills. Desirable Experience and Education:
• Proven success as a project team manager/leader in Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) acquisition projects;
• ITIL Foundation Level Certification;
• Engineering background and technical leadership experience;
• Project Management automation (ServiceNow (SNOW)) and work collaboration tools experience;
• Knowledge of NATO or national governmental acquisition policy and procurement procedures;
• Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements;
• Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT.