Senior Project Manager

Company Description

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Bio Blue is developing Bio Blue Ghent, a landmark biomethane project in the Port of Ghent and set to become one of the most significant circular energy developments in Belgium. Building on the proven performance of the operational site in Ieper, this next-generation facility will transform large volumes of organic waste into grid-quality biomethane and circular co-products — helping decarbonise industry, heat, and transport.

The project is designed for scale, reliability, and real regional impact. With its strategic port location, strong logistical access, proximity to industrial customers, and an integrated model for feedstock sourcing and circular valorisation, Bio Blue Ghent will become critical infrastructure for a more resilient, low-carbon energy system.

Joining Bio Blue means joining a company with proven know-how and bold ambition. As Senior Project Manager, you will play a central role in delivering this flagship industrial project from pre-construction through commissioning — shaping a facility that will matter for industry, communities, and the climate

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Senior Project Manager located in the Ghent Metropolitan Area. The Senior Project Manager will oversee and manage complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met efficiently. Responsibilities include coordinating project activities, liaising with internal and external stakeholders, supervising expediting and inspection processes, and optimizing logistics management. The role demands sharp organizational skills, attention to detail, and a results-oriented approach to project execution. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, the Senior Project Manager will ensure project milestones align with overall business objectives.

• Lead the project from pre-construction to start-up and handover
• Own delivery across scope, cost, schedule, quality, HSE, risk, and reporting
• Set up and manage project governance, planning, budgeting, and forecasting
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including contractors and authorities
• Oversee procurement and contract follow-up with support from internal and external experts
• Manage interfaces across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations
• Monitor site execution and contractor performance
• Identify, manage, and escalate key risks and issues
• Chair project meetings and report clearly to management and shareholders
• Support commissioning, start-up, and operational handover

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or another relevant technical field
• 10+ years of experience in large industrial or energy-related CAPEX projects
• Proven experience across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning
• Strong contractor and stakeholder management skills
• Good understanding of project controls, contracts, cost, planning, and risk management
• Experience in industrial environments with high HSE and quality standards
• Strong leadership, communication, and reporting skills
• Fluent in English & Dutch - French, and German are a plus
• Familiar with MS Office, MS Project, Navisworks Viewer, AutoCAD Viewer, etc.

Offer

• A pivotal senior position with real ownership, high visibility, and direct impact on project delivery
• The support of a highly experienced team across engineering, procurement, contracts, and project development
• An attractive compensation package reflecting the scale, complexity, and strategic importance of the role
• The opportunity to play a leading role in a flagship three-year project, with a clear optional path toward a long-term position after commissioning and operational handover