Project Manager

HENSOLDT AG; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Salary and performance bonuses

Job summary

HENSOLDT Netherlands seeks a proactive project professional to manage NL scope within an internationalDelivery Program. You will coordinate schedules, track deliverables and engage with the Dutch MoD and subcontractors to ensure program success.

The role requires experience in government/defence project management, strong stakeholder skills, and willingness to travel within NL and to Germany. A technical background and PM certifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering/defence studies or related discipline.
• Military background or COMMIT procurement experience preferred.
• Ability to read and work with schedules, contracts, and technical specs.
• Willingness to travel within the Netherlands and to Germany (up to 15%).
• Eligibility to obtain Dutch security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Netherlands scope within the international program, under the Senior Project Manager.
• Track deliverable status (time, cost, quality) against baseline; flag deviations and propose actions.
• Serve as day-to-day contact with NLD MoD and subcontractors.
• Support program status reports, KPI dashboards, and board briefings.
• Coordinate NLD inputs to international planning sessions, reviews and milestones.
• Assist in management of NLD-scope changes, risks, and claims.
• Maintain and update the NLD program schedule and risk register.
• Support preparation of NLD proposals and contract amendments.
• Facilitate internal communication between EW Projects & Bids and the international program team.
• Ensure compliance with security regulations and PM standards.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Communication

Dutch & English fluency

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in engineering/defence studies/technical management

Tools

IFS

SAP

Job description

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Manage the Netherlands scope within the international Knifefish Delivery program team. Reporting to and directly supporting the Senior Project Manager, responsible for the NLD deliverables, NLD stakeholder engagement, project scheduling, financial coordination, and execute project management tasks within the international project team (e.g. leading a (sub-)project of the Delivery Program).

This role is well-suited to a junior-to-mid-level professional with a military or COMMIT background who brings an understanding of how the Netherlands MoD acquires, programmes, and operates complex defence systems. Function as a key interface/bridge between HENSOLDT Netherlands, the NLD MoD, and the HENSOLDT international program team.

Job Functions

• Manage the Netherlands scope within the international program, operating under the direction of the Senior Project Manager. This includes leading a sub-project as part of the international program.
• Track and report NLD deliverable status (time, cost, quality) against the program baseline; flag deviations and propose corrective actions.
• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact with NLD MoD program office counterparts and NLD subcontractors.
• Support the Senior Project Manager in preparing program status reports, KPI dashboards, and board-level briefings.
• Coordinate NLD inputs to international program planning sessions, reviews, and milestone events.
• Assist in the management of NLD-scope changes, risks, and claims under the supervision of the Senior Project Manager.
• Maintain and update the NLD program schedule, action and decision tracking, and risk register.
• Support the preparation of NLD proposals, contract amendments, and acceptance documentation.
• Facilitate internal communication between the EW Projects & Bids team and international program team.
• Ensure compliance with applicable entity and project security regulations, project management standards and other HENSOLDT applicable policies.

Requirements

• Military background (Dutch Armed Forces, Senior NCO / Officer level) or direct experience with the COMMIT procurement framework is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of the Netherlands MoD acquisition and programme management environment, including how military systems are contracted, funded, and operated by the Netherlands Armed Forces.
• Initial experience in project management within a government, defence, or high-tech environment; formal PM certification is an advantage but not required.
• Ability to read and work with programme schedules, contract deliverables, and technical specifications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable engaging with both MoD counterparts and HENSOLDT Group wide colleagues.
• Structured, proactive, and self-reliant approach to work; able to manage multiple concurrent action items.
• Proficiency in MS Office and standard PM tools; familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. IFS, SAP, or comparable) is beneficial.
• Business fluency in Dutch and English (written and spoken).
• Willingness to travel within the Netherlands and to HENSOLDT Group sites in Germany (estimated up to 15%).
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain Dutch security clearance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Completed bachelor’s or master’s degree in an engineering, technical management, defence studies, or relevant discipline.
• Military education (e.g. NLDA officer training, Defence Academy) or equivalent professional qualification in programme/project management is advantageous.
• PMP (PMI), PRINCE2 Foundation/Practitioner, or IPMA Level C/D is an advantage.

Overseas Employee Health & Safety Compliance

The job holder will be expected to comply with any reasonable operational instruction or procedures relating to Company policies, reporting, and controls.

It also places a duty on employees to cooperate with their employer so far as is necessary to enable their duties to be complied with including the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Failure to comply with this duty may result in the Company invoking the disciplinary procedure

About HENSOLDT

HENSOLDT is a leading German defence industry player across all domains: air, land, sea, space and cyber, with a leading position in Europe and a global reach.

HENSOLDT is committed to diversity and an inclusive corporate culture. We therefore welcome all applications - regardless of origin, age, gender, disability, identity or ideology.

Our entity, HENSOLDT Netherlands, has a strong service footprint. The company sets the standard in solid-state radar sensor technology, EW systems and many other innovative systems.

Our technology is used by organisations all over the world. From the Netherlands, we provide service, maintenance and support to customers both at home and abroad.

We support you with flexible working models and offers to help you balance work and family life.

We offer an attractive salary and special payments.

Personal & Professional Development

We support your development with structured onboarding, targeted training programs and tailored talent development.

Working Atmosphere

We offer an innovative working atmosphere with modern premises and expert networks.

Health & Prevention

We promote your health with ergonomic workstations, health management and occupational health and safety programs.

Mobility & Sustainability

We promote mobility and sustainability through various and special offers.