Project Manager

Madern Group; Raamsdonksveer; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home working

Company laptop

Company phone

Company car

Travel allowance

Education opportunities

Friday drinks

Advanced leave days

Job summary

Madern Group is looking for a Project Manager who can organize complex technical projects from order intake to delivery. You will lead a team of about 3 to 10 colleagues, monitor progress, manage budgets, and ensure quality, time and costs meet agreed standards.

The role includes travel to customer sites (about 10–20% of your time) and close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. You hold a technical bachelor’s degree and have at least 5 years of project management experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering).
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience.
• Experience in a technical environment; machine building is a plus.
• Willingness to travel 10–20% to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Ensure an optimal project approach and results.
• Responsible for the financial performance of the project and monthly reports.
• Maintain strong customer relationships from pre-order to delivery.
• Coordinate progress, risks, and reporting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Chair project-related meetings and lead a team of 3–10 colleagues.
• Demonstrate leadership and ensure engagement within the team.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Dutch language

English language

Education

Technical Bachelor's degree

Job description

Are you a natural organizer with a passion for technology? Do you want to work on innovative machines that make a difference in the industry? Then we are looking for you!

What we are looking for:

• You have at least a completed technical bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in, for example, (Technical) Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering.
• You have at least 5 years of experience in project management.
• You have experience working in a technical environment (experience in machine building is a plus).
• You are willing to travel to customer sites for short-duration visits, representing approximately 10–20% of your working time.
• You have a good command of both Dutch and English.
• You are able to effectively monitor project progress, maintain oversight, and show consideration for the people within the project team.
• You are commercially driven, able to adapt quickly, and focused on achieving results.

Why choose Madern?

• A challenging position in a dynamic environment.
• 29 holidays and 13 advanced annual leave days.
• Possibility to work from home.
• A company laptop and mobile phone.
• A company car (or travel allowance).
• Education and development opportunities.
• Several informal events and a Friday afternoon drink.

Your benefits with us:

Salary in line with CAO Metalektro

Salary in line with CAO Metalektro

Environment where your growth is paramount

We guide you intensively and take your learning process seriously.

You can work both on location and from home.

Activities

Informal events and Friday drinks.

Education

Opportunities for growth and development.

You will get your own company laptop and smartphone.

About your role as a Project Manager

As a Project Manager, you are responsible for the daily management of project teams and for the execution of complex, high-quality technical projects from order intake to delivery. Project values range from approximately €0.5 to €5 million. A significant portion of the total turnover is generated outside the Netherlands. You will typically oversee multiple projects simultaneously, including service projects. It is essential that all projects are completed within the established standards for quality, time, cost, technical specifications, and customer expectations. All financial, organizational, and commercial aspects fall under your responsibility. This means you occupy a central position within a network of both internal and external contacts and are expected to demonstrate leadership with strong management, organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Your responsibilities as a Project Manager

• You ensure an optimal project approach and project results.
• You are responsible for the financial performance of the project and provide monthly management reports for each project.
• You maintain strong relationships with customers, from the pre-order phase through to project delivery.
• You are responsible for optimal internal and external coordination regarding project progress, risks, and reporting, as well as for providing feedback on these matters.
• You chair various project-related meetings, focusing on both the content and efficiency of each meeting.
• You are the driving force behind the project, leading a project team of approximately 3 to 10 colleagues. In doing so, you pay close attention to the people involved to ensure continuous engagement and commitment within the team.