C004475 Senior Project Manager (NS) - WED 4 Nov

EMW; Eigenbrakel; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EMW in Belgium seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex IT/ISR projects under NATO guidelines. You will plan, execute and control projects, develop business cases, and manage budgets, risks and KPIs while coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver on time and within scope.

The role requires NATO SECRET clearance, a related degree and PM certifications, plus 3+ years in large IT environments; strong communication and stakeholder management skills. On-site in Braine-l'Alleud.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline with 3 years post-related experience.
• Formal project management qualifications (PRINCE2 Practitioner or PMP).
• Recent PM experience in a large IT organization.
• Experience with C4ISR-related systems and technologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and manage assigned projects per NATO/NCI Agency policies.
• Develop business cases, procurement strategy and funding proposals.
• Execute management, coordination and QA functions for delivery.
• Understand client requirements, collect data and resolve issues.
• Deliver projects within scope, time, cost and quality with regular reports.
• Allocate resources to meet milestones and trigger corrective actions.
• Manage project KPIs, risks and issues with proactive actions.
• Oversee cash flow and financial planning for projects.
• Lead meetings with stakeholders and customers; maintain artefacts.

Skills

NATO SECRET clearance

Communication

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

3 years post-related experience

Tools

PRINCE2 Practitioner / PMP

ITIL Foundation

ServiceNow (SNOW)

Job description

Deadline Date: Wednesday 4 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):

80

Required Start Date:

10 December 2026

End Contract Date:

31 December 2026

Required Security Clearance:

NATO SECRET

Duties & 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-/Issues-log 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.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• The candidate must have a currently active 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 three 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.