Manager Projects

The organisation

Howden enables their customers’ vital processes, which advance a more sustainable world. This is the vision that drives Howden! Liaise with the colleagues in 34 countries. Howden offers global and local opportunities, 6000 employees and world leading engineers, who create cutting edge developments.

You will be a part of over 160 years of innovation and development that continues today with their digital solutions. At Howden they have a strong corporate identity and purpose. You will be a member of the team, shaping the future of the world and tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the planet. The Howden culture promotes individual development to enhance their most important asset – the people.

The position

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team, drive key projects, and make a significant impact in a growing industry? This is a unique opportunity to oversee high-value projects and contribute to the growth of Howden Compressors in the green hydrogen sector.

As the Manager Projects, you will oversee a talented team of project managers, planners, and administrators, ensuring that projects are executed with a relentless focus on margin improvement, quality, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction. You will drive team performance, develop capabilities, and foster a high-performance culture that consistently meets business and customer expectations.

Tasks & responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the project management and planning team, ensuring the required skills and capacity are in place to meet forecasted business demands.
• Ensuring that all projects are managed effectively, with a strong emphasis on identifying and mitigating risks, managing resources, and adhering to timelines.
• Ensuring highest level of customer satisfaction, identifying opportunities for process and team improvements to drive customer satisfaction
• Driving process improvements that enhance project execution and streamline operations.
• Ensure 100% on-time delivery of projects through daily management processes and clear allocation of responsibilities.

Candidate profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proven experience in leading and developing people, with strong project management expertise, especially in large capital goods contracts (>€10 million).
• Full proficiency in English to operate in a global business environment.
• Proven leadership experience with a knack for developing and motivating teams
• Change management expertise, guiding teams through organizational shifts
• Experience in the oil and gas industry or renewable energy sectors and experience in
• Engineer-to-Order project execution are a plus.
• Familiarity with project management qualifications (Prince 2, PMP) is desirable.

The offer

Joining Howden means joining a community of passionate individuals dedicated to making a difference. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to the energy transition while working alongside talented colleagues in a supportive environment. As part of their middle management team, you'll have the responsibility to lead and impact both the business and your team. Howden values talent development, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth within the organization.

Besides a good salary, Howden offers 27 vacation days + 3 compensatory vacation days + 13 ATV days, a pension scheme with PME, home-to-work travel allowance. Howden has a flexible working hours and a work-from-home policy to provide flexibility to their employees regarding start and end times and work location to support a healthy work-life balance.

At Howden Compressors, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of their project management function and make a tangible impact on Howdens growth in green hydrogen. You’ll develop your leadership skills in a dynamic, international environment and gain exposure to senior management and global stakeholders. This role offers a pathway to senior leadership positions within the company, making it an excellent opportunity for ambitious, high-performing professionals.

If you are a driven, results-oriented leader with a passion for excellence in project execution, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our exciting journey towards a more sustainable future.

Interested?

You can apply for this position by using the link below.