Head of Projects

Thales; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology company is seeking a 'Head of Projects' to spearhead project management initiatives at their Tubize site. With a background in engineering and proven leadership in high-tech environments, the ideal candidate will enhance team capabilities and drive successful project deliveries. If you are passionate about project management and thrive in a dynamic setting, apply now to join the Thales team!

Qualifications

• Trilingual: French / Dutch / English.
• Proven experience in leading significant programs.
• Knowledge in program management methodologies preferred (IPMA, Prince II, PMI).

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to Project Management team across the Country Business Unit.
• Establish solid project governance to ensure visibility of project status.
• Drive strategic capability planning for Program Management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Education

Civil or Industrial Engineer

Business School Master Degree

MBA or equivalent by experience

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

SharePoint

Job description

Location: Tubize, Belgium

We say HI*

*Human Intelligence – Welcome among Thales Team!

Thales in Belgium is part of an internationally leading technology group in the defence and security, aerospace as well as digital identity and security markets. In a world characterised by uncertainties, we ensure that our customers, partners and employees can pursue new paths with confidence. For a future we can all trust.

Say HI* – to your career as

Head of Projects

At the Tubize site

In Tubize, you will join more than 250 colleagues recognized by domestic and international partners for expertise on products such as Radio Frequency (RF) Products, C4ISR, Crypto Global Solution, MACS (Aeronautical Intercom) and many others.

Today the Group employs more than 1,000 people across nine sites in Belgium. Discover all Thales activities in Belgium here.

As Head of Projects, you will provide dynamic leadership to the Project Management team across our diverse Country Business Unit. Your main responsibility will be to ensure the implementation of best practices in Project Management, focusing on the development of people, processes, and tools.

We are seeking a dynamic leader with a proven track record of driving successful project delivery. Strong communication and influencing skills are essential, along with the ability to build and nurture high-performing teams. If you are passionate about project management and thrive in a challenging and fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish solid project governance, including Commitment Control, Launch, and Project Reviews, to ensure clear visibility of project status (cost, schedule, risks).
• Take functional accountability for the successful delivery of projects to the CBU Business and Operations Management.
• Drive strategic capability planning for Program Management, ensuring readiness for present and future needs, with a focus on leadership capability and future requirements.
• Provide strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring to enhance team confidence, competence, and talent within the project management community.
• Establish effective networks and frameworks to drive development, improvement, and learning opportunities for the advancement of the CBU’s project management capability.
• Evaluate project delivery strategies and play a leading role in assessing and mitigating risks while maximizing opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to defined Group processes, policies, and standards within the project team.
• Continuously improve local processes in line with Group policies and industry best practices.

Educational Background

• Civil or industrial engineer, Business School Master Degree, MBA or equivalent by experience
• Trilingual: French / Dutch / English

Skills

• Proven experience leading significant/critical programs in a high-tech and complex environment, including Contract and Change Management with customers and subcontractors.
• Strong asset: Experience in hardware and software development projects for the Defence sector.
• Advantageous: Experience within international groups working in the public sector.
• Knowledge in program management methodologies (preferably, IPMA certification, Prince II, or PMI).
• Proficiency in MS Office, Project, SharePoint.

Required Abilities

• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to drive continuous improvement in a complex matrix environment (function vs. business).
• Extensive stakeholder management capability, both internally (cross-functional collaboration) and externally.
• Proven track record in providing coaching and development for managers and future leaders.
• Ability to work under stress, autonomous, and proactive.
• Versatility and flexibility.
• Interdisciplinary and creative approach, with a commitment to project completion, focus, and persistence.

Thales is a global technology leader with more than 81,000 employees on five continents. The Group is investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – Big Data, artificial intelligence, connectivity, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust.

For more than 20 years, Thales has pursued a robust corporate social responsibility (CSR) policy based on the highest international standards. The principles behind this policy are now captured in the company’s purpose of “building a future we can all trust”, which was adopted in 2020.

Say HI* – Your journey to us

At times of change our international teams are ready to meet the complexity of today with the industry-leading technologies of tomorrow. Will you be part of it? We are looking forward to your online application. Great journeys start here, apply now!

*Human Intelligence