Maritime Simulator Project Lead

VSTEP; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike lease

Lunch & snacks

Holidays 25 days + 200 hours

Keti-Koti holiday

Hybrid work

Job summary

VSTEP, based in Rotterdam, is seeking a Project Manager to deliver the most complex maritime simulators on time and within budget. You will own projects from kick-off to handover, coordinating engineering, supply chain and production, and you will be the main point of contact for clients worldwide.

The role requires 3–5 years in project management, experience with Stage-Gate or similar milestones, strong English, Dutch is a plus, and a Dutch work permit.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a similar project management role, preferably in maritime or related industrial sector (naval, logistics, or manufacturing).
• Experience with milestone-driven frameworks such as Stage-Gate and phased project delivery.
• Strong written and spoken English (Dutch is a plus).
• A structured, organised, quality-focused way of working.
• Proactive at spotting and solving problems before they grow.
• A valid Dutch work permit and Dutch driving license (category B).

Responsibilities

• Track progress across engineering, supply chain, and production to ensure timely delivery of the simulators.
• Manage the full project lifecycle: requirements, concept design, procurement, delivery, and commissioning.
• Report on project status, flag risks early, and take corrective action or accelerate issues when needed.
• Write and maintain clear project documentation for internal and external use, with emphasis on naval projects.
• Manage expectations and maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stage-Gate

Maritime industry

English proficiency

Dutch language

Driving license B

Job description

VSTEP, based in Rotterdam, is seeking a Project Manager to deliver the most complex maritime simulators on time and within budget. You will own projects from kick-off to handover, coordinating engineering, supply chain and production, and you will be the main point of contact for clients worldwide.

The role requires 3–5 years in project management, experience with Stage-Gate or similar milestones, strong English, Dutch is a plus, and a Dutch work permit.