Project Manager

About the Position

Project Manager

Belgium

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If you’re looking to join a company with a dynamic vision for the future, set your sights on a challenging career with Nikon Metrology. We develop a wide range of measurement systems for dimensional quality control deployed worldwide in automotive, aerospace, and other manufacturing industries.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Project Manager based in Leuven, Belgium.

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Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead cross-functional projects from initiation through implementation and stabilization
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines and success criteria
• Establish appropriate project governance and reporting structures
• Coordinate project activities across departments, regions and stakeholders
• Monitor project progress and proactively manage risks, issues and dependencies
• Escalate concerns and decision points in a structured and timely manner
• Ensure projects are delivered according to agreed objectives and expected business outcomes

Technical Project Support

• Support technical and customer-related projects requiring coordination across functions
• Ensure planning, communication and stakeholder alignment are maintained throughout the project lifecycle
• Monitor progress against project milestones and customer commitments
• Support project teams in identifying and mitigating project risks
• Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders

Quality Management & Compliance

• Own the commercial Quality Management System and ensure its continued effectiveness and compliance with applicable standards
• Coordinate internal and external quality audits and ensure timely follow-up of findings and improvement actions
• Collaborate with quality experts within the Nikon organization to ensure alignment with quality standards, best practices and certification requirements
• Promote a culture of quality awareness, compliance and continuous improvement across the commercial organization
• Ensure sustainability registrations, certification portals and tender-related compliance documentation are maintained and kept up to date
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes, governance and compliance frameworks and coordinate the implementation of improvement actions
• Act as primary point of contact for commercial quality matters and coordinate support from quality specialists where required

Change Management

• Support the implementation of new systems, processes and ways of working
• Develop and execute stakeholder communication plans
• Facilitate adoption of project outcomes within the organization
• Organize training and knowledge transfer activities where required
• Help ensure sustainable implementation of project deliverables

Governance & Reporting

• Prepare project status reports and management presentations
• Maintain project documentation and decision logs
• Monitor project KPIs, budgets, timelines and deliverables
• Support prioritization and portfolio planning activities
• Capture lessons learned and support continuous improvement of project delivery practices

Continuous Improvement

• Promote a culture of ownership, accountability and collaboration
• Identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve efficiency
• Support the development of project management standards, templates and best practices
• Contribute to the professionalization of project and change management across the organization

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Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree or equivalent through experience
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, business transformation, process improvement or related roles
• Skills:
  • Strong project management skills
  • Excellent planning and organizational capabilities
  • Structured and analytical mindset
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively across departments and functions
  • Strong problem-solving and facilitation skills
  • Ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution
  • Results-oriented and able to drive accountability
  • Ability to balance quality requirements with business pragmatism
  • Strong facilitation and workshop leadership skills

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We Offer

At Nikon Metrology, our success is achieved by our employees. Clearly defined common goals, objectives, and priorities, create a foundation to work with pride and confidence. Our employees highly value the supportive and collaborative working environment and we share our passion for technology and innovation.

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About the Company

Nikon Metrology is a growing company and offers numerous positions worldwide. Most are in administration, production, sales, or services. Some technical roles focus on specific technologies, such as X-ray CT, laser radar, or industrial microscopy, while others benefit from knowledge of target industries like automotive or aerospace. We are constantly looking for talented professionals as leading scientific staff, application, mechanical, or electrical engineers, sales representatives, or project managers, software engineers, or data managers. Many positions are flexible, allowing for full-time, part-time, remote, or on-site work. To ensure you are considered for the positions offered, fill out the form next to this and attach your CV.

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Interested?

Do you see yourself as our new Project Manager? Please send your CV and letter of motivation to [email protected].

We look forward to your application!