Project Delivery Manager

About the role

Wavin Orbia's Building & Infrastructure business is looking for a Project Delivery Manager in Dedemsvaart, the Netherlands. The role combines PMO leadership with product development management: you lead end-to-end delivery of the innovation and product development project portfolio, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and according to the global stage-gate process. You work across multiple business units, segments, geographies and functional disciplines.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop the global Project Delivery organization by integrating project management and product development capabilities.
• Ensure effective delivery of NPI, CPI, LCM and technology projects through the global stage-gate process.
• Own and continuously improve project management processes, governance, tools, templates and portfolio transparency.
• Manage resources and capabilities across Project Managers, Product Development Engineers and other technical experts.
• Drive disciplined portfolio execution, cross-functional collaboration and a delivery culture focused on accountability, speed and reliable innovation.
• Drive communication and alignment across stakeholders so projects stay on track and risks are managed proactively.

Required profile

• Master's degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, Polymer Engineering or another relevant technical discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in project management, product development, engineering or R&D.
• Experience leading complex product development or technology projects from concept through implementation.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including coaching and developing technical or project management teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience across multiple functions, regions and organizational levels.
• Ability to create structure, prioritize and drive execution in a complex international environment.

Required skills

• Understanding of polymer materials is preferred.
• Business-level English; Dutch and/or additional languages are an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of project and portfolio management methodologies and stage-gate innovation processes.