Project Manager OHL

Nexans; Dour; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexans is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial overhead line projects in a dynamic, international environment. You will coordinate between clients, engineering, production sites, supply chain, and commercial stakeholders to drive execution from initiation to completion.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Engineering, 3+ years in industrial project management, and a proven track record. Fluent in English and French; German is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an industrial project management role.
• Proven track record of delivering projects successfully.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage assigned projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with contractual commitments, budgets, schedules, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
• Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure effective use of resources, processes, and project management tools.
• Serve as the primary interface between the client and internal project teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Provide regular project status reports and communicate deviations requiring management attention.
• Work closely with production, quality, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure on-time delivery performance.
• Support planning and operational review meetings by consolidating project and manufacturing data.
• Monitor manufacturing performance and related invoicing activities.
• Contribute project management expertise during tender preparation and bid reviews.
• Participate in tender teams when required.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team coordination

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Project Management qualification

Job description

Drive Complex Projects. Shape the Future of Energy.

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for delivering successful industrial projects and building strong client relationships? Do you thrive in a dynamic, international environment where collaboration, leadership, and operational excellence are key?

Join our team and play a pivotal role in the successful execution of strategic overhead line projects, contributing to the energy infrastructure of tomorrow.

Your Role

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and successful delivery of assigned projects. You will ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, aligned with contractual requirements, and delivered according to the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Acting as the central point of coordination between clients, engineering teams, production sites, supply chain, and commercial stakeholders, you will drive project execution from initiation to completion.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead and manage assigned projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with contractual commitments, budgets, schedules, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
• Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure effective use of resources, processes, and project management tools.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary interface between the client and internal project teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Provide regular project status reports and communicate any deviations requiring management attention.

Operational & Plant Coordination

• Work closely with production, quality, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure on-time delivery performance.
• Support planning and operational review meetings by consolidating project and manufacturing data.
• Monitor manufacturing performance and related invoicing activities.

Tender Support

• Contribute project management expertise during tender preparation and bid reviews.
• Participate in tender teams when required.

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Master's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an industrial project management role.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix and multicultural environment.
• Customer-oriented mindset with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Languages

• Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken.
• German language skills are considered a strong advantage.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a leading international industrial organization.
Work on impactful projects supporting the global energy transition.
Collaborate with talented professionals across multiple disciplines and locations.
Enjoy a challenging role that combines technical, operational, and commercial dimensions.
Develop your career in a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are a results-driven Project Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to lead challenging projects and contribute to a sustainable energy future, we'd love to hear from you.