C004353 Senior Project Manager

Deadline Date: Friday 26 September 2025Requirement: Senior Project ManagerLocation: Braine-l'Alleud, BEFull Time On-Site: YesTime On-Site: 100%Total Scope of the request (hours): 418Required Start Date: 10 November 2025End Contract Date: 31 December 2025 Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRETDuties & Role:Under the direction of the Principal Project Manager (Lead PM), the incumbent will perform duties such as the following: The planning, implementation and management of assigned projects in accordance with the appropriate NATO regulations and NCI Agency project management policies and procedures; Development of business case (including procurement strategy, benefit and risk analyses, project proposal and/or statement of works) to secure sponsor acceptance and funding; Execute the necessary Management, Coordination and Quality Assurance functions essential to the successful delivery of capability and services; Take responsibility for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution; Deliver projects within defined Scope, Time, Cost and Quality tolerances and report on progress regularly and ad-hoc as required; The identification, planning and allocation of resources to meet project milestones and/or initiate corrective actions when necessary; Manage the projects Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and report any recognized anomalies and initiate corrective actions; Manage Risks and Issues proactively, keep the Risks-/Issues- log up-to-date and report any deviations directly with applicable courses of actions; Manage proactively the cash flow of projects and contribute to financial planning and reporting; Support the annual and multi-year Business Planning and forecasting by accurate planning and forecasting of own projects; Supervise (directly or part of a Matrix environment) teams and individuals (project team members); Lead meetings and conferences with team members, internal/external stakeholders and customers; Ensure that realistic project plans are maintained and ensure regular and accurate communication to stakeholders; Ensure project artefacts are of highest quality, accurate and up-to-date by reviewing and maintaining them regularly; Participate in other project management related activities; Undertake relevant technical support and maintenance activities to keep project and risk plans and/or any other relevant information up-to-date in the Enterprise Business Applications; Deputize for higher grade staff (Principal Project Manager); Performs other duties as may be required. RequirementsSkill, Knowledge & Experience: The candidate must have a currently active NATO SECRET security clearance A minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 3 years post-related experience. Or, exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to NCI Agency, that is, at least 10 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to the function of the post. A recognised formal Project Management qualification, such as PRINCE 2 Practitioner / Project Management Professional (PMP). The lack of formal qualifications can be compensated by the demonstration of expertise and experience in the domain; Recent extensive Project Management experience (at least three years) in a large scale IT organization; Experience in planning, design, system engineering and implementation of communication aspects of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems; Knowledge and experience in state-of-the-art technologies, relevant to the work, Deployable Communication and Information Systems (CIS) network design, switched multimedia networks, and familiarity with related international / commercial / industrial standards; Proven ability to communicate effectively orally, using tact and diplomacy, and in writing with good briefing skills. Desirable Experience and Education: Proven success as a project team manager/leader in Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) acquisition projects; ITIL Foundation Level Certification; Engineering background and technical leadership experience; Project Management automation (ServiceNow (SNOW)) and work collaboration tools experience; Knowledge of NATO or national governmental acquisition policy and procurement procedures; Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements; Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT.