Project Manager, Steel Structures

Function

As a Steel Structures Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of industrial projects in the fields of steel construction, overhead cranes and industrial building. You will oversee projects from preparation and planning through to execution, handover and evaluation. In doing so, you will balance technical, organisational and commercial interests and ensure that staff, subcontractors, clients and internal stakeholders work together efficiently.

You will be given the freedom to make decisions independently, lead teams and propose improvements. You will report directly to the Steelworks Business Unit Manager and make a visible contribution to the continued growth of an enterprising organisation that delivers impressive infrastructure projects for industrial clients both at home and abroad.

• Project follow-up: planning, organising, coordinating and monitoring steel construction projects from quotation to handover.
• Planning and budget: monitoring progress, costs, capacity, deadlines and project risks, and making timely adjustments where necessary.
• Technical coordination: co-ordination of engineering, production, assembly, site activities and technical documentation.
• Team management: managing, supervising and motivating project staff, site management and subcontractors.
• Quality and safety: to ensure that work is carried out correctly in accordance with the applicable quality, safety and environmental standards, with due regard to VCA guidelines.
• Customer and partner management: act as the central point of contact for customers, suppliers, partners and internal departments.
• Contracts and additional works: monitoring contractual agreements, identifying risks and providing support during negotiations on amendments and additional works.
• Reporting: report transparently on progress, results, bottlenecks and risks to the Steelworks Business Unit Manager.
• Improvements: contribute to more efficient processes, a clear project approach and the further professionalisation of the business unit.

Profile

For this role, they are looking for a technically proficient project manager who can bring structure to complex steel construction projects whilst communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders. You combine relevant experience with a sense of responsibility, commercial acumen and the ability to make decisions when circumstances require it.

• You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Relevant experience in project leadership, site coordination or project management within steel construction, industrial construction, metal structures or a related technical field.
• A sound basic technical knowledge of steel structures, assembly, engineering, manufacturing processes and industrial construction projects.
• Carefully monitor schedules, budgets, contractual agreements and project documentation.
• Able to manage multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors in a clear, respectful and results-oriented manner.
• You will communicate professionally with clients, suppliers, colleagues and other project partners.
• Works in an organised manner, maintains an overview and identifies risks before they affect implementation.
• An entrepreneurial mindset, with an eye for commercial opportunities, areas for improvement and ways to further develop customer relationships.
• A VCA-VOL certificate is an advantage; if necessary, you are willing to obtain this at short notice.
• You have a good command of Dutch. Knowledge of French or English would be an asset when liaising with industrial clients and partners.
• You are willing to travel flexibly from the Houthalen-Helchteren area for project and site monitoring.

Organisation

Our client operates in the steel and industrial construction sectors and carries out projects both at home and abroad. To strengthen the team, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager who will be responsible for the end-to-end management of complex projects, from preparation through to handover. In this role, you will lead teams, monitor schedules and budgets, and act as the point of contact for clients, partners and internal colleagues.

Offer

You will be joining a dynamic and growing work environment where initiative, technical expertise and a sense of ownership are valued. In return for your commitment, you will receive a competitive package tailored to your experience and responsibilities.

• A competitive salary in line with your relevant experience and technical background.
• A company car with a fuel card for both business and private use, subject to the applicable terms and conditions.
• DKV hospitalisation insurance.
• A group insurance scheme with a pension plan, fully funded by the employer.
• Meal vouchers.
• Opportunities for training, personal development and further career progression.
• A key role offering autonomy, responsibility and a direct impact on a wide range of steel construction and industrial projects.
• The opportunity to work on technically challenging projects for industrial clients both at home and abroad.
• A workplace in Houthalen-Helchteren, in the province of Limburg, with short lines of communication and the opportunity to help shape processes.

Are you ready to help realise complex steel construction projects from start to finish? If so, we look forward to receiving your application.