Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager Opportunity at VIDA Bioenergy

Your next chapter with VIDA

Are you an experienced Senior Project Manager with at least 10 years of expertise, looking for a challenging role with direct impact and international scope? At VIDA, a company committed to driving sustainable bioenergy solutions, we are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join The VIDA project management team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing business and organization at the forefront of the energy transition, where sustainability, circularity, and innovation are key drivers of our success.

Why choose VIDA?

VIDA is a leader in bioenergy solutions, specializing in the sustainable transformation of biomass into renewable energy. VIDA is developing an asset base in The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Poland, and potentially other European countries. With a clear focus on sustainability, we provide innovative solutions that support the global shift towards renewable energy sources. At VIDA, our core values: Passion, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, and Responsibility shape everything we do.

Working with us means joining a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace where growth, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact are at the heart of our mission. Based in Tilburg*, you will have the opportunity to be part of an international company that values its employees, fosters collaboration, and drives progress in renewable energy.

Your role as Senior Project Manager

The Senior Project Manager leads and directs the project organization and is responsible for the successful development and execution of a large-scale RNG (renewable natural gas) project. The project scope includes feedstock reception, feed kitchen, digesters, biogas cleaning & upgrading, CO2 liquefaction, post-treatment (Air treatment, Pelletizing …) with all associated utilities and infrastructure. The ideal candidate has extensive project management experience in both the front end and the execution phases. He/she has a strong background in both technical and business aspects, with proven skills in stakeholder management.

What you’ll do

• Responsible for the large-scale RNG project, ensuring the safe execution, high-quality work, on-schedule completion, and handover to Operations within the approved budget.
• Manage safety in all aspects (process & people) throughout the project life cycle and instill a safety culture in the project environment.
• Closely coordinate with Business Development / Commercial and other representatives from Operations, and HSE departments to ensure alignment between business and project drivers, including permitting.
• Establish, staff, and maintain a right-sized Project Management Team (PMT) with quality resources to successfully deliver the project safely, efficiently, and predictably.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policy and compliance with the VTTI Project Management Framework driving rigorously the RNG project through stage gate process.
• Ensure adequate governance is in place for the RNG project through Investment Committee Boards as well as individual projects SteerCos and Governance Boards as needed.
• Drive project’s competitiveness by implementing Value Engineering practices as applicable, and minimize design changes that can generate delays and/or cost impacts.
• Provide assurance on RNG project performance approving project procedures and project execution plans including the scope of work, deliverables list, master schedule, budget, org charts, risk register.
• Actively manage RNG project risk register and convey project risks to stakeholders.
• Monitor adherence to schedule, cost, and quality and proactively intervene to avoid slippage by putting in place recovery plans when/as needed.
• Ensure Change Management process is strictly followed to identify and approve modifications to scope, cost, schedule, and quality.
• Provide comprehensive, concise, and fully documented RNG contract closeout report, including key lessons learned, and areas of improvement.

What we’re looking for

• University degree (bachelors or masters) in Engineering
• Minimum of 3 years experience in Project Management in Bio or Fine Chemical Industry;
• At least 5 years of experience as a Senior Project Manager in an international environment, with a proven track record in managing large, complex projects.
• A solid track record of project delivery performance in a highly agile environment.
• Strong technical background with knowledge of engineering principles and contract management.
• Deep understanding of project management stage gate processes and deliverable management.
• Hands-on, inquisitive, resourceful.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Vast experience in stakeholder engagement, driving performance of a multi-disciplinary team, self-reflective and supportive.
• Ability to work with different cultures and travel to various locations in Europe (e.g. project location, vendors, contractors, etc.)
• Fluent in spoken and written Dutch and English.

What we offer

• A competitive salary package reflecting your experience and skills.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace that values your input and development.
• 27 days of paid annual leave.
• Company car
• A good pension scheme to secure your future.
• Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Development and training opportunities tailored to your career growth.
• A vibrant, international work environment where your contributions will make a tangible impact.

Apply now!

Join VIDA and take the next step in your career. If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to grow with a company committed to sustainability, we’d love to hear from you.

* VIDA Bioenergy plans to establish a new HQ in 2025, which is expected to be based in Noord Brabant in a location that is convenient to reach with public transport and by car.

recruitment@vtti.com