Project Delivery Manager

Mission

Within the Technical Direction, the Project Delivery Manager will be responsible for managing a portfolio of projects with performance and results commitments. This role will oversee project delivery, ensuring that both client expectations and internal performance goals are met.

Activities

Under the supervision of a Project Director, the Project Delivery Manager is responsible for the technical delivery of one or more projects. Key responsibilities include:

• Functional Analysis & Client Requirements: Oversee functional analysis and ensure client requirements are fully understood and met.
• Quality-Cost-Delivery (QCD): Manage QCD aspects of the project to ensure it meets quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Planning & Resource Management: Estimate workload, set deadlines, plan activities, and allocate resources efficiently to meet project objectives.
• Team Leadership: Lead the project team in the execution of operational activities, fostering collaboration and ensuring high performance.
• Team Development: Participate in evaluating and developing team members, helping to grow their skills and capabilities.
• Progress Monitoring: Supervise and track the consumption of resources and remaining work (RAF) for each deliverable. Identify technical challenges and address them proactively.
• Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Project Management Methodology: Apply Alten's project management processes, methods, and tools to ensure effective project execution.
• Client Interface: Communicate with clients, preparing and facilitating monthly follow-up committees and supporting the client until final validation of Alten’s commitments.
• KPI Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), prepare, and present regular operational progress reports to the Project Director.
• Productivity & Profitability: Contribute to improving productivity and profitability within the projects by optimizing processes and resource allocation.
• Financial Tracking: Participate in the financial tracking of projects, including monthly closings and other financial reporting activities.
• Cross-Functional Participation: Participate in or take the lead in cross-functional projects aimed at improving the Technical Direction’s operations.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to quality, health, safety, and environmental standards set by the Group and recommended by the client.

Depending on the experience:

• Bid Phase Contribution: Contribute to writing and presenting technical proposals during the Bid phase, including cost estimations and project planning.
• Coaching: Coach Project Leaders or Team Leaders to share knowledge and support their professional development.

Required skills

• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Leadership & Team Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Attention to Detail & Organizational Skills
• Analytical & Synthesis Skills
• Excellent Writing Skills
• Service-Oriented Mindset
• Results-Oriented

Experience

• Educational Background: Graduate from an engineering school or holder of a Master’s degree in a technical field.
• Experience: Between 5 and 10 years of professional experience, including significant experience in managing projects with performance and results commitments. Leadership and team management experience is a strong plus.
• Language Proficiency: Proficiency in Dutch and English is essential for effective communication with both internal teams and clients.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the service industry is an advantage, particularly in IT & Engineering services.