Senior Manager Project Execution

Are you a seasoned professional with a proven track record in managing large-scale, complex projects? Do you have the leadership skills to develop and inspire a team of project managers while delivering impactful solutions to customers? Are you passionate about creating stability and fostering talent within your team? If so, you are the Senior Manager Project Execution we are looking for.

What will you be doing?

As Senior Manager Project Execution, you will oversee high-stakes projects while focusing on the development of your team. This dual-focus role combines project delivery with leadership, as you will guide and assess a team of eight junior and medior project managers. You will ensure team members receive the coaching and training needed to grow and perform at their best.

In addition to managing line responsibilities, you will ensure successful project delivery in a dynamic, multicultural environment. You will work closely with clients, internal teams at Vanderlande, and subcontractors to ensure customer satisfaction, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.

Your responsibilities:

• Leadership & Development: Provide guidance, coaching, and assessments to a team of junior and medior project managers, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Project Excellence: Oversee large-scale, complex projects, ensuring continuity, mitigating risks, and meeting objectives related to time, budget, quality, and safety.
• Talent Growth: Develop internal talent through structured training and mentorship, reducing reliance on external hires while enhancing team performance.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Build long-lasting relationships with clients, proactively addressing needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Strategic Oversight: Ensure alignment between business objectives, customer satisfaction, and project execution.
• Continuity in Large Projects: Drive stability and mitigate risks such as delays, quality issues, or cost overruns in complex projects.
• Team Stability: Establish leadership and development pathways that strengthen long-term performance, employee retention and long-term team stability in the dynamic project environment.

Your profile:

• Extensive Leadership Experience: At least 10 years of experience managing complex projects with a focus on team management and development.
• Technical Expertise: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a technical field and experience with IT/OT software integration.
• Global Perspective: Proven ability to manage international teams and projects across diverse cultural contexts.
• Multilingual Proficiency: Fluency in Dutch and English is essential; additional languages are an advantage.
• Commitment to Excellence: Willingness to travel approximately 25% of your time and dedicate yourself to long-term client success.
• People development: Intrinsic motivation and proven skills in coaching and developing new and upcoming project managers in your team.

What we offer

In the challenging and responsible position of Senior Manager Project Execution, you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international, and professional working environment with a lot of scope for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company, you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future.

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
• Short-term incentive (bonus component).
• Flexible working hours.
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
• Working from home allowance.
• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance.
• On-site company health centers with a gym, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists.
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
• And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.

About us

Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics automation, serving airports, parcel markets, and warehouses. We offer innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services to some of the world’s most dynamic industries. As we continue to expand our footprint, this is your opportunity to be part of an organization that values innovation, excellence, and personal growth.

Vanderlande embraces diversity in all its forms. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.