Required Project Manager (large-scale irrigation solutions ) EMEA
Description
A project encompasses the complete delivery of large-scale irrigation solutions - from design and equipment specification to procurement, logistics, installation, and commissioning. These projects include extensive irrigation and water delivery networks, pumping stations, automation and control systems, and related civil works. Each project demands strong technical, organizational, and leadership skills to ensure efficient execution and successful delivery of sustainable irrigation solutions.
Main Mission and Goal of Position
The Project Manager operates within the EMEA Projects Unit, leading multidisciplinary initiatives across multiple countries, ensuring alignment with our business and operational strategy.
The Project Manager is responsible for leading EMEA projects from planning through successful implementation, ensuring delivery in line with our standards, customer requirements, and profitability goals.
1. Lead project initiation and pre-sale activities up to contract signature.
2. Manage projects from execution through handover according to our methodology.
3. Manage project P&L and ensure financial performance according to business targets.
Major Areas of Responsibility, Main Processes, and Tasks
1. Establish project work programs and maintain management and control routines (schedule, budget, QA, CR, etc.).
2. Lead communication with clients, partners, and subcontractors to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
3. Support pre-sales activities, finalize action plans, convert initiatives into R&R, and build executable work plans.
4. Identify and manage project risks, ensuring mitigation plans are implemented.
5. Build, maintain, and implement best practices within our PM community and stakeholders.
6. Ensure compliance with our quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
7. Coordinate cross-functional interfaces with Engineering, Procurement, Greenhouse, Finance, and Legal teams.
Requirements: Position Requirements
1. Bachelor's degree in a Quantitative or Analytical field such as Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering & Management, or a related discipline.
2. Formal project management education and recognized certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
3. Minimum 4 years of proven experience in managing multidisciplinary projects.
4. Experience working in a matrix and multicultural environment.
5. High proficiency in computer skills (MS Office, MS Project, or other relevant project management tools).
6. Highly proficient in English (spoken and written).
Advantages
1. Experience in managing and coordinating global projects in the field of infrastructure, construction, or agriculture.
2. Technical understanding (reading drawings and specifications).
3. Ability to read and understand legal and contractual documents.
4. Familiarity with multicultural environments and international project delivery practices.
Personal Skills and Qualifications
1. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
2. Proven leadership and influencing capabilities without formal authority.
3. Problem-solving orientation and creativity.
4. Teamwork and collaboration abilities.
5. Sensitivity to diversity and cross-cultural differences.
6. Strong planning, organizing, and prioritization skills.
7. Multitasking and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
8. High accountability and business orientation.
This position is open to all candidates.