Project Manager
Posted Today by Brookwood Recruitment
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Amsterdam, Provincie Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Summary: The Project Manager role involves leading high-impact projects for a global tech organization, focusing on strategic initiatives and enterprise-wide change. The position requires collaboration with diverse teams and managing project lifecycles to ensure alignment with business priorities. This contract role is based in Amsterdam, requiring in-office presence for meetings twice a week. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project and change management, with a focus on delivering successful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee the full lifecycle of projects, applying structured methodologies to ensure successful outcomes.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to scope, plan, and document project goals, KPIs, and key deliverables.
- Manage project risks, dependencies, and stakeholder engagement, including external vendors and senior leadership.
- Drive change management strategies to facilitate adoption and optimize project impact.
- Track progress, produce clear planning documentation, and ensure smooth project handovers.
- Support organizational growth by managing small to medium complexity initiatives with a global reach, influencing stakeholders up to Director level.
Key Skills:
- 3-5 years of experience in project or change management.
- Proficiency in project lifecycle methodologies and change management tools.
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects with a global impact.
- Familiarity with organizational change processes and testing coordination.
- Knowledge of project management certifications such as PMP or Agile is preferred.
Salary (Rate): £80 hourly
City: Amsterdam
Country: Netherlands
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Detailed Description From Employer:
Project Manager
We are supporting a global tech organisation.
12 months contract – 40 hours per week – 80 EUR per hour (+VAT) – 2 days per week in the Amsterdam office for meetings
Are you passionate about driving strategic initiatives and transforming complex ideas into actionable results? We’re seeking a dynamic and innovative Project and Program Management professional to lead high-impact projects that shape the future of our organization. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams and influence enterprise-wide change initiatives, ensuring that excellence in project delivery aligns with our business priorities.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead and oversee the full lifecycle of projects, applying structured methodologies to ensure successful outcomes.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to scope, plan, and document project goals, KPIs, and key deliverables.
- Manage project risks, dependencies, and stakeholder engagement, including external vendors and senior leadership.
- Drive change management strategies to facilitate adoption and optimize project impact.
- Track progress, produce clear planning documentation, and ensure smooth project handovers.
- Support organizational growth by managing small to medium complexity initiatives with a global reach, influencing stakeholders up to Director level.
Required Skills:
- 3-5 years of experience in project or change management.
- Proficiency in project lifecycle methodologies and change management tools.
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects with a global impact.
- Familiarity with organizational change processes and testing coordination.
- Knowledge of project management certifications such as PMP or Agile is preferred.
Nice to Have Skills:
- Experience with large-scale organizational change efforts.
- Industry knowledge related to our business sectors.
- Advanced data-driven decision-making skills.
- Fluency in multiple languages.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Management, or related fields.
- Proven track record of managing cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations and under pressure.
- Flexibility to engage with international teams and stakeholders.
- Certification in PMP, Agile, or equivalent is a plus.
- Willingness to engage in continuous learning and professional development.