Senior Project Manager role in Zaanstad, NH

Overview

You will join a national team of professionals working on the delivery of infrastructure projects that support the energy transition. The team focuses on medium- and high-voltage systems, renewable energy integration, and grid expansion.

Projects range from battery storage connections and solar parks to electrification of transport and grid reinforcement, all within a structured and regulated environment. This role offers strong exposure to technically complex projects and the opportunity to play a key part in scaling sustainable energy infrastructure.

An established engineering and infrastructure organisation is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of complex energy projects across the Netherlands (Dordrecht or Zaandam region). This role focuses on enabling the energy transition, including projects such as grid connections for battery storage and renewable energy assets.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple complex energy and infrastructure projects from development through to delivery
• Maintain oversight of timelines, budgets, quality, and overall project performance
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, contractors, and key stakeholders
• Monitor project costs and ensure accurate financial reporting throughout delivery
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams across engineering, construction, and operations
• Identify commercial opportunities and support the development of new business
• Ensure projects are delivered in line with structured contract frameworks and governance models

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (HBO / WO level)
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in project management within energy or infrastructure
• Experience managing complex, long-term projects with structured contracts
• Familiar with integrated project delivery models and contract frameworks such as UAV-GC
• Strong understanding of the energy sector, including renewables, grid infrastructure, or related fields
• Experience with medium and/or high-voltage systems is beneficial
• Fluent in Dutch, both written and spoken

Benefits

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• Performance-based bonus scheme (up to 10%)
• 38 days annual leave (full-time)
• Travel allowance
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working options
• Company laptop and phone
• Strong pension contribution
• Ongoing training and internal career progression opportunities