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Project Manager – Technical
 Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Type: Full-time | Hybrid

Are you driven by innovation and sustainability in the maritime sector?
Do you have the skills to lead complex projects from concept to execution? If you're passionate about turning forward-thinking ideas into real-world solutions, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

The Role As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of maritime transport. You’ll lead the development of new vessel concepts and the upgrade of existing fleets, with a strong focus on performance, efficiency, and sustainability. Working closely with Business Development and a wide range of stakeholders, you’ll ensure that each project aligns with strategic and commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage large-scale or multiple smaller concept development projects, focusing on vessel design and upgrades.
  • Translate innovative ideas into structured, actionable project plans that are both technically and commercially viable.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including suppliers, class societies, shipyards, and clients.
  • Guide and support project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Ensure all projects contribute to long-term strategic goals and deliver measurable value.
What’s Offered
  • Competitive salary
  • 28 vacation days, with the option to purchase 5 additional days
  • Employer-financed pension scheme
  • A dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment
  • Hybrid working model: office-based in Rotterdam with flexibility to work from home
  • Health and wellness initiatives, including weekly bootcamps and running groups
What You Bring
  • Proven experience in project or program management, ideally within maritime, engineering, or related sectors
  • MSc in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a similar technical discipline
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
  • Excellent planning and organizational abilities
  • Confident communicator with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
  • Proactive, solution-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement