Project Manager Electrical

U-People; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

30+ holidays

Engaging maritime projects

Job summary

U-People is seeking a technically oriented Project Manager Electrical to lead maritime engineering projects from planning through execution, coordinating people, resources and milestones. You will oversee shipbuilding, vessel modifications and high-end yacht construction, maintaining budgets and ensuring clear communication with clients, suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation, Dutch and English proficiency, and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation.
• Experience in project management within a technical or engineering environment.
• Proficient in Dutch and English, written and spoken.
• Knowledge of IPMA/PMI methodologies (level C or D).

Responsibilities

• Establish project plans, define milestones and follow up on progress throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate team activities and ensure that responsibilities and priorities are clearly communicated.
• Evaluate project developments and implement adjustments when requirements or circumstances change.
• Oversee financial performance, analyse project costs and prepare budget forecasts.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, suppliers and internal departments.
• Work alongside technical and production leadership to ensure that project activities remain coordinated and delivery targets are achieved.

Skills

Project management

Engineering coordination

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation

Tools

IPMA/PMI methodologies

Job description

Are you a technically oriented Project Manager who knows how to bring people, resources and project objectives together? Do you have experience coordinating complex engineering projects and enjoy overseeing activities from planning through to execution?

We are looking for a Project Manager Electrical to take ownership of challenging maritime assignments involving complex shipbuilding projects, vessel modifications and high-end yacht construction.

Company information

Our client is an established organization operating in the maritime engineering sector. They are involved in a variety of technically demanding projects, including vessel modifications, refit activities and the construction of high-end yachts. Their working environment combines engineering expertise, operational execution and close cooperation between different technical disciplines.

Vacancy information

As Project Manager, you will oversee the progress, organization and financial performance of assigned projects. You will coordinate the people involved, establish clear priorities and ensure that project objectives are translated into achievable plans.

Working closely with technical and production teams, you will maintain an overview of ongoing activities, identify potential challenges and take appropriate action to keep projects moving forward. You will also serve as an important link between the project team, management and external stakeholders.

Your responsibilities include:

• Establish project plans, define milestones and follow up on progress throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate team activities and ensure that responsibilities and priorities are clearly communicated
• Evaluate project developments and implement adjustments when requirements or circumstances change
• Oversee financial performance, analyse project costs and prepare budget forecasts
• Maintain effective communication with clients, suppliers and internal departments
• Work alongside technical and production leadership to ensure that project activities remain coordinated and delivery targets are achieved

What do we offer

• Salary up to €105,000 gross per year, depending on experience.
• Personalized training, coaching and professional development opportunities
• More than 30 holiday days
• The opportunity to contribute to complex maritime engineering and construction projects

What do you need

• At least a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering or Automation
• Relevant experience in project management within a technical or engineering environment
• Good command of both Dutch and English, written and spoken
• Knowledge of IPMA/PMI methodologies (level C or D), with strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.