Junior Project Manager

Role Overview

Junior Project Manager position at Vanderlande. You will serve as a Work Package Project Manager within a major airport project, supporting the overall Project Management Team in the successful delivery of a defined work package.

Company Overview

Vanderlande makes automated systems that handle baggage at airports and sort parcels in logistics networks around the world. At airports, the technology manages the complete bag journey: from check-in and security screening through to the reclaim belt. In parcel logistics, systems power the networks that get packages to customers' doors. The company operates by three values: Every day better, We care, and Team play, which means driving customer success, leading with transparency, celebrating achievements together, and doing what is said.

Role Purpose

You will play a key role within a major airport project, ensuring alignment with broader project objectives in terms of scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety. You will act as the primary point of contact for your work package, coordinating with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution.

Key Responsibilities

Work Package Ownership

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of a specific work package within a larger project under the guidance of the Project Management Team.

Project Support

• Support the Project Management Team in overall project coordination, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Act as the right hand of the project management team during design, obtaining approval of the design and defining the exact scope of work packages.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the liaison between engineering, procurement, subcontractors, and site teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery.

Planning & Monitoring

• Develop and maintain detailed schedules and resource plans for your work package.
• Monitor progress and proactively manage risks and issues.

Commercial Awareness

• Support contract management and cost control activities related to your scope.
• Ensure compliance with commercial and legal obligations.

Quality & Safety

• Ensure that all work is delivered in accordance with quality standards and safety regulations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field, such as Engineering or Industrial Automation.
• 2–5 years of experience in project execution, preferably in logistics, automation, or infrastructure.
• Experience working in international, multicultural environments is advantageous.

Skills & Competencies

• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on results and continuous improvement.
• Affinity with IT/OT systems and automation technologies is a plus.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Additional Information

• Vanderlande is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.