We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of European Project Management to lead our project management team across Europe. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in managing large-scale projects, proficient in driving change throughout an organization, possess excellent leadership skills, and a strategic mindset to drive the successful delivery of projects for our clients. This role requires a visionary leader who can manage cross-functional teams and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Director of European Project Management
Your responsibilities
- Develop and implement the European project management strategy in alignment with the company’s overall objectives.
- Oversee the execution of multiple projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
- Lead, mentor, and manage the European project management team, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Be an influencer of change, building relationships and a growth mindset throughout the teams.
- Be a figurehead of local leadership, directly driving and implementing necessary change in process, culture and results.
- Ensure appropriate resource allocation and team capacity planning to meet project demands.
- Establish and maintain project management standards, methodologies, and best practices.
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Act as the primary point of contact for project-related matters in Europe.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, partners, and regulatory bodies.
- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project teams and stakeholders.
- Develop and implement performance metrics to evaluate project success and team performance.
- Conduct regular project reviews and post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
- Oversee project budgets, ensuring financial objectives are met and costs are controlled.
- Optimize resource utilization across projects to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the project management team.
- Implement and leverage project management software and tools to enhance productivity and reporting.
Our requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. A master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing large-scale projects in a European context.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- Ability to travel within Europe as needed.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to align project management practices with organizational goals.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
- High level of cultural awareness and adaptability.
- Fluency in English.
- Proficiency in other European languages is a plus.
- Experience and/or knowledge of QA and Gaming a plus.
What we offer
- Challenging and independent role with plenty of room for your own initiatives.
- Full-time contract with attractive salary and yearly bonus.
- International and multicultural environment.
- Informal and casual environment, far from corporate standards.
- Medical healthcare and Multisport card.