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EMW, Inc.

C003960 Senior Project Manager (NS) - WED 19 Aug

EMW, Inc. · Braine-l'Alleud, Wallonia, Belgium

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5 h ago
Mid (2-5 yrs) Contractor Belgium
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About the role

The incumbent will plan, implement, and manage assigned projects in accordance with NATO regulations and NCI Agency policies. They are responsible for developing business cases, managing project resources, and ensuring the successful delivery of capabilities within defined scope, time, and cost tolerances.

What they look for

Project Management C4ISR Risk Management Procurement Strategy Quality Assurance Stakeholder Management Financial Planning Business Case Development Resource Allocation KPI Management Technical Support Communication Systems Network Design ServiceNow ITIL

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active NATO SECRET security clearance and possess a Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or 10 years of progressive expertise. A formal project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or PMP is required, along with extensive experience in large-scale IT organizations.

Full description

Deadline Date: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Requirement: Senior Project Manager

Location: Braine-l'Alleud, BE

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Time On-Site: 100%

Total Scope of the request (hours): 729.9

Required Start Date: 21 September 2026

End Contract Date: 31 December 2026

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

 

Duties & Role:  

Under the direction of the Principal Project Manager (Lead PM), the incumbent will perform duties such as the following:

  • The planning, implementation and management of assigned projects in accordance with the appropriate NATO regulations and NCI Agency project management policies and procedures;
  • Development of business case (including procurement strategy, benefit and risk analyses, project proposal and/or statement of works) to secure sponsor acceptance and funding;
  • Execute the necessary Management, Coordination and Quality Assurance functions essential to the successful delivery of capability and services;
  • Take responsibility for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution;
  • Deliver projects within defined Scope, Time, Cost and Quality tolerances and report on progress regularly and ad-hoc as required;
  • The identification, planning and allocation of resources to meet project milestones and/or initiate corrective actions when necessary;
  • Manage the projects Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and report any recognized anomalies and initiate corrective actions;
  • Manage Risks and Issues proactively, keep the Risks-/Issues- log up-to-date and report any deviations directly with applicable courses of actions;
  • Manage proactively the cash flow of projects and contribute to financial planning and reporting;
  • Support the annual and multi-year Business Planning and forecasting by accurate planning and forecasting of own projects;
  • Supervise (directly or part of a Matrix environment) teams and individuals (project team members);
  • Lead meetings and conferences with team members, internal/external stakeholders and customers;
  • Ensure that realistic project plans are maintained and ensure regular and accurate communication to stakeholders;
  • Ensure project artefacts are of highest quality, accurate and up- to-date by reviewing and maintaining them regularly;
  • Participate in other project management related activities;
  • Undertake relevant technical support and maintenance activities to keep project and risk plans and/or any other relevant information up-to-date in the Enterprise Business Applications;
  • Deputize for higher grade staff (Principal Project Manager);
  • Performs other duties as may be required.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

  • The candidate must have a currently active NATO SECRET security clearance
  • A minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 3 years post-related experience.
  • Or, exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to NCI Agency, that is, at least 10 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to the function of the post.
  • A recognised formal Project Management qualification, such as PRINCE 2 Practitioner / Project Management Professional (PMP). The lack of formal qualifications can be compensated by the demonstration of expertise and experience in the domain;
  • Recent extensive Project Management experience (at least three years) in a large scale IT organization;
  • Experience in planning, design, system engineering and implementation of communication aspects of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems;
  • Knowledge and experience in state-of-the-art technologies, relevant to the work, i.e. Deployable Communication and Information Systems (CIS) network design, switched multimedia networks, and familiarity with related international / commercial / industrial standards;
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively orally, using tact and diplomacy, and in writing with good briefing skills.

Desirable Experience and Education:

  • Proven success as a project team manager/leader in Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) acquisition projects;
  • ITIL Foundation Level Certification;
  • Engineering background and technical leadership experience;
  • Project Management automation (ServiceNow (SNOW)) and work collaboration tools experience;
  • Knowledge of NATO or national governmental acquisition policy and procurement procedures;
  • Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements;
  • Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT.