Junior Project Manager

As a Junior Project Manager / Estimator, you’ll be involved in the entire project lifecycle: from the initial enquiry right through to the post-completion review. You’ll ensure that everything is properly organised from a technical, financial and administrative perspective. Following an extensive induction period, you will start with smaller, short-term projects. This will give you the chance to learn the trade properly, whilst senior project managers can focus on the larger projects. As you progress in the role, there are excellent opportunities for further development, for example towards becoming a project manager.

• Preparing cost estimates, drawing up quotations and carrying out cost calculations;
• Consulting with colleagues in sales and engineering;
• Processing and managing quotation and project data in the ERP system (ISAH);
• Recording changes, agreements and project information;
• Monitoring the administrative progress of projects;
• Identifying opportunities for improvement in terms of quality and processes;
• Evaluating projects upon completion and analysing results;
• In this role, you will act as a key link between engineering, sales and project delivery.

You are a professional with strong analytical skills, an eye for detail and a passion for technology. You can effortlessly translate figures and data into practical advice. You also bring the following to the role:

For this role, motivation and a willingness to learn are just as important as experience. You’ll be given the opportunity to grow, as long as you’re curious and keen to take on responsibility.

• MBO+ level of working and thinking;
• A technical background, for example in mechanical engineering or technical business administration;
• Experience in cost estimation and preparing quotations;
• An interest in cost estimation, engineering and high-quality projects;
• Proficient with systems such as ERP and Microsoft Office;
• Accurate, organised and analytically strong;
• Good communication skills and a proactive attitude;
• Good command of Dutch and, preferably, also English and/or German

You will be working for a leading company in the luxury yacht-building sector, where innovation and craftsmanship are key.

This organisation offers you not only a challenging role, but also excellent terms of employment.

You can count on:

• A direct contract with the client;
• An attractive salary, depending on your experience and qualifications;
• Opportunities for career progression, for example towards a project manager role;
• Attractive fringe benefits, such as travel allowance and a good pension scheme;
• A pleasant, informal working atmosphere within a professional and dynamic working environment.

Our client is a renowned company specialising in the design of high-quality components for the luxury yacht-building industry. With a focus on innovation and quality, they design components for ultra-luxury yachts. The team consists of dedicated specialists with a passion for craftsmanship and engineering. The team works alongside architects, shipyards and owners’ representatives to provide bespoke solutions. Through a turnkey approach, from design to delivery, the company guarantees quality, innovation and excellent service.