Senior Projectmanager / Teamleader Energy Markets & Systems

What will be your role?

Introduction

The Techno Economic Energy Transition Studies (TES) research group works with an international multidisciplinary team of social scientists, engineers, and economists on techno-economic policy issues within the energy transition. Its research focuses on the technological possibilities and impossibilities of changes in the energy system and the economic feasibility and infeasibility of innovations. This knowledge is used to calculate long-term scenarios to underpin the impact of policy choices at an early stage. Are you ready to accelerate the energy and materials transition dramatically and build a fully circular economy? Join TNO as a Project Manager combined with the role of Team Leader in Amsterdam!

The TES research group consists of about 50 professionals with backgrounds in econometrics, chemistry, physics, economics, energy science & technology, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering. We are looking for a Senior Project Manager and Team Leader for the Energy Markets & Systems expertise team.

The team focuses on issues of regulation in the energy market. For example, its members calculate how the incorporation of green hydrogen or offshore wind will affect prices or to what extent energy demand management affects the stress on energy infrastructure. Modellers work on the numerical analyses and underpinnings in various complex energy market models. Based on this knowledge, policy recommendations are issued regarding the development of this complex energy market and the extent to which managing the market with policy instruments is desirable.

What will be your role?

As Team Leader, you will support the research manager in all aspects of your department, from strategy, content, and quality to operations, planning, and execution. You will lead the Energy Markets & Systems expertise team. In addition, as Project Manager, you will be responsible for one or more projects.

Your agenda will include development meetings, team meetings, project progress updates, interviews, and onboarding new employees. You will also handle capacity planning, review offers and reports, and continuously improve processes within the department. You will help your team by connecting internally with other areas of expertise and working together to further build knowledge and market development.

What makes TNO unique is that, as a Team Leader, you are very close to your employees. You understand (at a high level) what they are working on and create the ideal conditions for them to do their work as well as possible.

What We Expect From You

As a Team Leader, you will truly connect with your employees and create an inspiring work environment where innovation, social value, and collegiality go hand in hand. Your drive? To help your team grow and collectively increase the impact on the energy and material transition. You recognize, appreciate, and encourage everyone’s talents. You also regularly reflect on yourself because the better you know yourself, the better you can engage with others. You handle resistance or setbacks well and are not afraid to make decisions when necessary. For this, it is important that you don’t get lost in the details but are able to organize and delegate effectively. You will be in the Amsterdam office at least three days a week to facilitate contact with the department and maintain visibility.

Other Knowledge And Skills You Bring To TNO

• A relevant university bachelor's or master's degree;
• You meet the IPMA-C certification requirements;
• Extensive experience in managing professionals in projects or leadership roles;
• Knowledge of the technical, economic, modeling, and/or systemic aspects of energy markets;
• A result-oriented and proactive mindset;
• The ability to organize and prioritize work effectively;
• Strong communication skills and a natural tendency to seek out cooperation and connection.
  
  

What You'll Get In Return

Challenging and varied work with a real impact. And plenty of opportunities as, at TNO, you are in charge of shaping your career. We offer a gross monthly salary between € 5,500,- and € 7,000,- (based on your knowledge and experience), 8% holiday pay, a 13th month bonus of 8.33% and a flex budget (5.58% + € 180). In addition, you will be given every opportunity to develop yourself.

TNO offers optional employee benefits, enabling you to tailor your benefits package to match your personal situation. You may also expect

• An extremely professional, innovative working environment where colleagues are leading experts in their field.
• The opportunity to attend courses, workshops and conferences, and to receive training and coaching based on your needs.
• 33 days annual leave on a full-time basis.
• An employer that values and encourages diverse talent, with initiatives like the Female Leadership Program, our Rainbow Community and round tables on inclusion topics.
• We offer a comprehensive and flexible mobility plan that also includes full compensation for public transportation for commuting and business travel.
• Great social events with your team and other TNO colleagues . That’s how you will get to know a lot of people really quickly.
• Flexible working hours, the possibility to work parttime (32 of 36 hours) and the possibility of working from home.
• Access to TNO’s project managers guild a network of some three hundred equals. The guild organizes workshops, conferences, intervision sessions and other activities for project managers.
• A good pension scheme.
  
  

Read More About Tailoring Your Benefits Package.

TNO as an employer

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world. Read more about TNO as an employer .

At TNO we encourage an inclusive work environment, where you can be yourself. Whatever your story and whatever unique qualities you bring to the table. It is by combining our unique strengths and perspectives that we are able to develop innovations that make a real difference in society. Want to know more? Read what steps we are taking in the area of diversity and inclusion .

The selection process

Please apply before the 8th of January, 2025. The selection process comprises two interview rounds. In a final meeting we will discuss the terms of employment and your tailored benefits package. We aim to finalize the entire process within four weeks.

The selection process may include an online assessment and a reference check.

A certificate of Conduct (VOG) is required before starting a new job at TNO.