As Project Manager you will be responsible for leading complex customer projects within large Naval & Defence programs. Each program may include unique requirements that must be validated, planned, and delivered in close collaboration with internal stakeholders and customers. As a Project Manager, you will plan, execute and deliver projects against commitments. This position involves work with defence clients and therefore requires eligibility for security clearance.
Project Leadership
- Lead medium to large defense customer projects from initial scoping to acceptance.
- Establish and maintain clear project requirements, deliverables, and plans.
- Manage multiple complex projects in various phases of the lifecycle simultaneously.
- Take full responsibility for project schedule, cost, quality, and compliance.
- Ensure adherence to established business processes and internal standards.
- Coordinate cross-functional and global project teams to secure timely and high-quality delivery.
Bid and Commercial Ownership
- Lead bid and tender activities for new opportunities and change requests.
- Develop solution descriptions and build the project business case.
- Ensure that all bid material is complete, compliant, and commercially aligned with internal policies.
Project Delivery and Stakeholder Alignment
- Drive project execution and delivery during negotiation and following contract award.
- Manage scope, negotiate changes, and maintain alignment with all stakeholders throughout the lifecycle.
- Work closely with engineering, operations, sales, and management to ensure alignment and progress.
- Communicate progress, risks, issues, and decisions clearly and consistently.
Governance, Reporting, and Compliance
- Monitor project progress, risks, issues, dependencies, and compliance with legal and contractual requirements.
- Prepare and deliver project reviews for customers, management, and other stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and up‑to‑date project documentation, plans, and reports.
Qualifications
- Bachelor or Master degree in engineering or a related technical field.
- Minimum 10 years of project management experience, including work in technical or defense programs.
- Project Management certification such as PMP is preferred.
- Experience with bid management, financial ownership, and defining commercial and technical solutions.
- Strong communication skills and experience working in global, multi-disciplinary environments.
- Ability to work independently, manage several activities in parallel, and remain structured under pressure.
- Experience working with classified information handling protocols.
- Eligibility for security clearance is mandatory.
Additional Information
Primary workplace: Virum, Denmark. International travel: approximately 10 to 15 days per year. Flexible working hours are required.
What We Offer
At HBK, we believe in freedom with responsibility, enabling a healthy work-life balance and continuous professional development. You will join an international team in an innovative and enjoyable working environment.