Manager vacatures in Zaanstad

We are now looking for a Project Manager within the department of Revamp & Aftermarket!

As a Project Manager you are a core team member in the Aftermarket value stream that delivers spare parts, services, repairs and retrofit solutions. You are the contact person for customers and the team at Howden Thomassen Compressors, from placing the order to the delivery and commissioning.

What needs to be done?

• Project management of the technical and commercial aspects and monitoring of the technical implementation in line with the contractual specifications, quality, budget and schedule;
• Preparation of the Project Start Up, initiate and execute the tasks related to this phase including the handover of the technical and commercials aspects of the project, organizing and leading the project kick-off with the customer;
• Performing all project management activities including but not limited to risk management, coordination of all project execution related activities, monitoring of suppliers, monitoring and reporting of progress, quality, costs, contract, legal aspects, etc.
• Leading the multidisciplinary project team;
• Based on customer requirements, interpret and determine the technical scope and technical implementation;
• Ensure that required technical documentation such as datasheets, drawings, diagrams, vendor specifications are provided by the engineering team;
• Ensure technical standards are used and implemented (API, ATEX, IEC, ASME VIII);
• Organize the project meetings and reviews, with clients and project team members and ensure documentation of the results and follow-up of the actions.

Howden, a Chart Company / Chart Industries is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment servicing multiple applications in the clean energy and industrial gasmarkets. In 2023 Chart Industries acquired the Howden Group, and the entire group is now represented in over 40 countries worldwide with over 11,700 employees. Their vision is to enable the vital processes of their customers and thereby promote a more sustainable world.

You will get the chance to develop and realize new improvements, meet customers, have technical and commercial discussions and celebrate achieving milestones of a project in a team with a good atmosphere and dedicated colleagues. We offer an interesting and challenging position within a professional, international organization with freedom to act and the opportunity to work with a variety of stakeholders. As Howden considers talent management as key to the success of the organization, they offer opportunities for personal and professional development. They offer a salary package that is fully in line with the level of the position combined with an extensive package of fringe benefits

What do you need to bring?

• Relevant technical education (Bachelor degree Mechanical Engineering or similar);
• Experience in capital project execution;
• Technical knowledge and technical interest in a broad range of disciplines (rotating, mechanical, systems and processes);
• Commercial understanding and creativity to find the best technical-commercial solution (thinking out of the box);
• Project Management skills;
• A continuous improvement mind-set;
• Excellent interpersonal skills including an open and engaging communication style;
• Team player, ownership and a self-starter mentality;
• Pro-activity and a hands-on attitude;
• A strong customer mindset;
• Excellent in setting priorities and strong time management skills;
• Excellent English language skills;
• Willingness to travel occasionally.