Senior Project Manager – Maritime Steel Projects

Damen Group · Gorinchem, Netherlands

Full Time
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About us:

Damen Civil & Modular Constructions is part of the Damen Group and specializes in the delivery of large-scale maritime and steel construction projects worldwide. We design and build complete shipyards, dry docks of all sizes, modular pontoons, barges and other complex steel structures.

Our headquarters is located in Gorinchem, the Netherlands, while our projects are executed globally. We work with multidisciplinary teams covering engineering, production (local and global), quality, and project management, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to Damen quality standards.

The role

As Senior Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for large and complex steel projects, such as dry docks and large pontoon constructions. You manage the project from contract handover through to final delivery.

You act as the central point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment on scope, planning, budget, risks, and quality. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on project execution and regular site presence worldwide.

Key responsibilities

  • End-to-end responsibility for project delivery (scope, planning, budget, quality and risk).

  • Lead multidisciplinary project teams across engineering, production, procurement and quality.

  • Manage internal and external stakeholders, including clients, suppliers and subcontractors.

  • Monitor progress, identify risks and issues, and take timely corrective actions.

  • Report on project status and escalate when required.

  • Ensure compliance with Damen standards, contractual requirements and safety regulations.

  • Visit and support production sites worldwide during key project phases.

About you

You are an experienced project manager who feels at home in technically complex, international environments. You combine leadership and structure with a pragmatic, hands-on mindset.

You bring:

  • 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager within maritime, offshore, civil or heavy steel projects.

  • Proven experience delivering large projects in an operational or production-driven environment.

  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

  • A proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

  • A technical background (HBO/Bachelor level or higher).

  • Excellent command of English and Dutch.

  • Willingness to travel internationally and work abroad for short to medium periods.

What we offer

  • A one-year contract with the intention to transition to a permanent, full-time position.

  • The opportunity to lead challenging international maritime projects with real impact.

  • A professional environment with strong technical expertise and project ownership.

  • Excellent opportunities for personal and professional development within the Damen Group.

  • 40 annual vacation days.

  • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a solid retirement plan.

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Recruiter:

Leon Joziasse

Email:

leon.joziasse@damen.com

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