Senior Project Manager - Water & Maritime

Haskoning; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits for you and your,/

Bonuses based on company profit

Flexible work arrangements

Hybrid work setup

Long weekends option (compressed 4‑day

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Haskoning in the Philippines seeks a Senior Project Manager for Water & Maritime to lead complex projects from proposal to detailed design and construction management. You will work with directors and technical teams, coordinating with clients and authorities to deliver high-impact outcomes.

The role demands a strong civil engineering background, licensed status, and a track record of 10+ years in water or maritime projects, plus at least 5 years in project management within an international

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Philippine Civil Engineer.
• 10+ years experience in water or maritime engineering within a consultancy firm.
• At least 5 years of project management experience.
• Experience working in an international, multicultural, and diverse environment.
• Experience with writing proposals, planning, and running multidisciplinary projects.
• Familiarity with international funding institutions (e.g., World Bank, ADB) and their procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Working with business developers and clients to identify project needs, draft proposals, and win work.
• Being in charge of internal project controls e.g. planning, cost, risk, and quality management.
• Ensuring all project administration and contract management processes are followed.
• Initiating, overseeing, and appraising the delivery of studies, concept, detailed design, and construction contract documents.
• Liaises with clients, authorities, contractors, and consultants on administrative and technical subjects.
• Taking overall responsibility for project deliverables to meet client and Haskoning’s expectations.
• Lead the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, coordinating input from multidisciplinary experts.
• Provide strategic and operational support to the project director, including reporting, client engagement, and team coordination.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

English communication

Team leadership

Multicultural collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Philippine Civil Engineer

Job description

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the planet? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to combating the pressing challenges of climate change? Look no further!

What you do as a Senior Project Manager - Water & Maritime

As a senior project manager (water and maritime), you will have a solid technical background in water and/or maritime projects and will work alongside our directors and technical teams to deliver impactful projects. You will deliver projects through all stages from writing proposals to development of concept and detailed designs, leading to construction management. Your role will be a mix of work, both in the office and on the site, delivering within a team and working with our clients.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact in the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonization of industry, and sustainable mobility.

Our Philippine office consists of colleagues based in our main office Makati and across project sites. As a team, we excel in a wide variety of services and have a significant and growing portfolio of opportunities in the fields of climate resilience (river basin management, flood mapping, coastal protection, drainage, climate adaptation), maritime (land reclamation, dredging, ports, harbors, and jetties) and renewables (offshore wind and solar). Our clients range from government bodies, development institutions (World Bank, ADB, etc.) to private developers. We provide them with a range of services throughout the various phases of a project: from inception, through master planning, feasibility, design all the way to construction management. Our projects are in the Philippines, but we also provide support within the APAC region and globally. Read about our projects here Philippines

What you bring

Responsibilities:

As a senior project manager - water and maritime, you will deliver projects in a dynamic and innovative way, this will include:

• working with our business developers and clients to identify project needs, draft proposals, and win work
• being in charge of internal project controls e.g. planning, cost, risk, and quality management
• ensuring all project administration and contract management processes are followed
• initiating, overseeing, and appraising the delivery of studies, concept, detailed design, and construction contract documents
• liaises with all levels of clients, relevant authorities, contractors, and specialist consultants on administrative and technical subjects
• taking overall responsibility for project deliverables to deliver excellence (to meet client and Haskoning’s expectations)
• lead the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, coordinating input from multidisciplinary experts, and ensuring alignment with client expectations
• provide strategic and operational support to the project director, including reporting, client engagement, and team coordination

Requirements:

• master’s degree in Civil Engineering or other relevant field
• licensed Philippine Civil Engineer
• 10 or more years experience in water or maritime engineering within a consultancy firm
• at least 5 years of project management experience
• experience working in an international, multicultural, and diverse environment, with collaborative approach and working across sectoral and regional boundaries
• experience with writing proposals, planning, and running multidisciplinary projects
• capable of undertaking assignments to achieve technically sound, timely, and cost-effective results
• familiarity with international funding institutions (e.g., World Bank, ADB) and their procurement processes

Personal skills:

• accurate and strong attention to detail
• ability to work on a variety of projects and manage time effectively
• innovator at looking for solutions to problems
• takes ownership of task delivery from start to finish, asking for assistance when needed
• ability to communicate well and share skills with colleagues
• promotes and uses a digital way of working in execution of tasks
• analytical thinker and strong problem solver
• excellent English language skills (written and verbal)
• strong interpersonal and communication skills
• team player, versatile, and energetic

What we offer you

At Haskoning, you will collaborate with an engaging and supportive team, enabling you to develop your skills while working on challenging and diverse projects in the Philippines. You will have opportunities to advance by working on future projects both locally and globally, contributing to your growth within the company. Additionally, we offer:

• a creative, digital, and dynamic environment
• work with passionate, dedicated, and supportive colleagues
• a market competitive salary and healthcare benefits for you and your family
• bonuses based on company profit
• organized team events designed to enhance team spirit and collaboration
• flexible work arrangements and hybrid work setup to ensure a good balance between personal and professional life
• opportunity to work on compressed work week so that you will always have a long weekend (40 hours working time compressed in 4 days) (optional) (depends on the job)
• lifelong learning by offering you plenty of training & development opportunities (example: access to LinkedIn learning or taking part of learning weeks organized by our HR Talent Management team or external trainings)

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.