Program Manager

ALTEN; Rotterdam, Den Haag; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Nederland is seeking an experienced Project Lead / Program Manager to drive complex multidisciplinary projects in a high-tech environment in the Netherlands. You will lead project teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure delivery from concept to implementation, across software, mechatronics and systems engineering domains.

The ideal candidate holds a technical degree and at least 5 years of project or programme management experience, with hands-on software development or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of project/programme management experience in a technical setting.
• Strong background in software development and/or mechatronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex technical projects and programmes from initiation to delivery.
• Define project scope, planning, milestones, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Manage cross-functional teams across software, mechatronics, systems and engineering specialists.
• Monitor progress, risks, issues, dependencies with timely escalation.
• Act as primary contact for customers and stakeholders.
• Facilitate decision-making and align business and technical objectives.
• Report status, KPIs and financial progress to management.
• Drive continuous improvement in execution, processes and collaboration.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality, cost and timeline expectations.

Skills

Project management

Program management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Software engineering

Mechatronics

Systems engineering

Dutch fluency

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering

Master's degree in Mechatronics

Systems Engineering degree

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Project Lead / Program Manager to drive complex multidisciplinary projects within a high-tech environment. In this role, you will be responsible for leading project teams, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring successful delivery of technical solutions from concept through implementation.

The ideal candidate combines strong project and programme management skills with a technical background in Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related field. Fluency in Dutch is mandatory due to close collaboration with Dutch-speaking customers and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex technical projects and programmes from initiation to delivery.
• Define project scope, planning, milestones, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Manage cross-functional teams consisting of software, mechatronics, systems, and engineering specialists.
• Monitor project progress, risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring timely escalation when required.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers and key stakeholders.
• Facilitate decision-making processes and ensure alignment between business and technical objectives.
• Report project status, performance indicators, and financial progress to management.
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution, processes, and team collaboration.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality, cost, and timeline expectations.

Your profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project or programme management within a technical or engineering environment.
• Strong background in software development and/or mechatronic systems.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong organisational, leadership, and problem-solving capabilities.

About ALTEN

ALTEN is a global leader in engineering and technology consulting, supporting top-tier clients in their innovation and R&D strategies. With over 57,000 employees in more than 30 countries, we operate across diverse sectors such as aerospace, automotive, telecom, finance, energy, and life sciences.

ALTEN Nederland is a key entity within the ALTEN Group, with offices in Eindhoven, Capelle aan den IJssel, Apeldoorn, Groeningen and Amstelveen. Our 550+ consultants deliver high-value solutions in Technology and IT. For over 20 years in the Netherlands, we have contributed to impactful projects in high-tech, defence, transport, telecom, and finance, supporting companies in their technological transformation.

Ready to engineer the future with us?

ALTEN Nederland!