Foundation Project Lead: Civil Engineering & Soil Mechanics

Soetaert; Aalst; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training path via JDN Academy

Sports programme (FIT)

Permanent contract

Thirteenth month & double holiday pay

Lunch vouchers

Eco-vouchers

Flex Reward (bike leasing)

Company card with fuel card

Group and hospital care insurance

Optional iPhone with subscription

Staff discounts

Job summary

Soetaert, part of the Jan De Nul Group, seeks a Project Manager to lead foundation and civil works on site in Belgium. You will organize, plan and coordinate projects, manage budget and schedule, and supervise site managers to ensure timely delivery.

With a Master's in Civil Engineering and 10+ years of experience, you bring strong communication, negotiation and commercial skills. You will work across Belgium with suppliers, subcontractors and clients, ensuring safety, quality and environmental

Qualifications

• Civil or Industrial Engineer with a focus on civil engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in a similar project management role.
• Affinity with soil mechanics and foundation engineering.
• Strong organizational, communication, and commercial skills.
• Ability to manage site projects in Belgium.

Responsibilities

• Organize, plan and coordinate a project in terms of technology, administration and budget.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors and maintain client relations.
• Monitor and control the execution of works.
• Ensure site managers are supported and intervene for technical issues.
• Evaluate progress and report regularly to the Ostend office.
• Ensure safety, quality and environment on site.

Skills

Project management

Budget control

Negotiation

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Soetaert, part of the Jan De Nul Group, seeks a Project Manager to lead foundation and civil works on site in Belgium. You will organize, plan and coordinate projects, manage budget and schedule, and supervise site managers to ensure timely delivery.

With a Master's in Civil Engineering and 10+ years of experience, you bring strong communication, negotiation and commercial skills. You will work across Belgium with suppliers, subcontractors and clients, ensuring safety, quality and environmental