Experienced Project Manager

About the Position

Experienced Project Manager

We are seeking an Experienced Project Manager with a strong background in Process Safety, Technical Safety, and/or Electrical Safety to lead complex technical projects and deliver high-value solutions to our clients.

This role is ideal for a technically competent leader who enjoys working at the interface between engineering excellence, stakeholder management, and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical safety projects across multiple industries.
• Drive project planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery.
• Manage commercial, contractual, technical, and operational aspects of projects.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for additional services.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary specialist teams and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with DNV methodologies, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
• Monitor project performance, risks, resource allocation, and financial outcomes.
• Prepare and present project status reports to clients and senior management.
• Support business development activities, proposal preparation, and tender submissions.
• Mentor junior project managers and technical specialists.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience within Process Safety, Technical Safety, Electrical Safety, Risk Management, Major Hazard Facilities, Energy or Industrial Projects.
• Extensive experience managing complex technical projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder expectations.
• Strong commercial awareness and client-facing experience.

Nice to Have

• One or more of the following certifications is highly desirable: PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMI PMP (Project Management Professional), DNV Project Management Excellence (PME), IPMA Certification, Agile Project Management certifications.
• Experience with HAZID / HAZOP Studies, SIL Assessments, Functional Safety, QRA and Risk Assessments, Fire and Explosion Analysis, Electrical Safety Compliance, ATEX / IECEx, Safety Case Development, Process Safety Management (PSM), Renewable Energy Projects, Offshore Oil & Gas, Energy Transition Projects.

We Offer

• Meaningful work supporting safety, sustainability, and energy transition.
• Global collaboration with leading technical experts.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A culture built on trust, respect, and continuous learning.

About the Company

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

Application Process

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters*). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing.

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