(Senior) Project Manager – Public Sector

As a (Senior) Project Manager in the Public Sector, you will contribute to meaningful transformation initiatives that have a real impact on society. In this role, you will work closely with diverse teams and stakeholders to deliver sustainable solutions in a collaborative and supportive environment.

You will be encouraged to bring your perspective, grow your expertise, and help shape how technology is used to improve public services.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and guide multidisciplinary teams in the delivery of strategic projects, fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and shared ownership of results.
• Apply your knowledge of strategy and architecture to align project outcomes with clients’ broader digital transformation goals.
• Act as a trusted and approachable advisor, translating complex topics into clear recommendations on systems, processes, and governance.
• Develop and maintain structured yet flexible project plans, balancing priorities while keeping long‑term objectives and stakeholder needs in focus.
• Thoughtfully integrate advanced technologies, including AI, to improve efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
• Build strong relationships by connecting technical experts, business stakeholders, and external partners.
• Ensure projects are delivered in line with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and sector‑specific guidelines.

Skills & qualifications

• A Master’s degree in economics, informatics, engineering, or a comparable field.
• At least 5 years of experience in project management, with solid knowledge of methodologies and tools such as PRINCE2, PMI, PMBOK, or similar, ideally within a public sector context.
• A proven track record of successfully delivering projects within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Experience in consulting (considered an asset).
• Certifications such as Scrum Master, Agile Project Management, COBIT, ITIL, or TOGAF (considered assets).
• A strong understanding of digital strategy and transformation.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, change management, and storytelling skills.
• A mindset oriented toward innovation, agility, and entrepreneurship.
• Confidence in navigating AI‑related topics, communicating complex concepts clearly, making ethically sound decisions, and adapting to emerging technologies.
• Flexibility, resilience, and motivation to work across diverse projects.
• Fluency in English and Dutch; knowledge of French is a plus.

As a certified Top Employer we offer

• An attractive remuneration package with a great number of extra-legal benefits (premium electric company car + charging card, net daily and monthly allowances, bonus, Apple/Android personal device and many other benefits tailored through our cafeteria plan).
• Flexible work arrangements to ensure a healthy work-life balance (picking up kids from school, doctor’s appointment, working from home,…) and the possibility to work from anywhere 20 days per year.
• Comprehensive insurance package including group insurance with full KPMG contributions, hospitalization insurance and optional outpatient options (dental & eye care, medical consultations and registered medication).
• Career development opportunities combined with trainings based on your personal goals and aspirations.
• An inclusive, international culture where personal growth, mutual trust and lifelong learning is fostered.
• A buddy and performance manager to support and guide you throughout your career at KPMG.
• Great team building activities and sport & wellbeing events (Brussels Marathon, Antwerp 10 Miles, 1000 kilometers for KOTK, river clean-ups, plant a tree and many more…) through our Together@KPMG & KPMG Foundation programs.