Job Description

Project Manager / Technical Manager High Voltage

Location

Groningen, Hengelo, Eindhoven, Elsloo, Schiedam, Velsen-Noord, or Belgium

Contract Period

ASAP – 31 December 2026

Hours

40 hours per week

Education Required

Completed HBO or WO degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, or a related technical field

Experience Required

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Technical Manager High Voltage to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary infrastructure projects within the high-voltage energy sector. The role focuses on the successful delivery of technically complex projects ranging from design through to realization within high-voltage grid environments (110–380 kV).

Depending on experience and expertise, the successful candidate will operate as either a Technical Manager or Project Manager within integrated project teams, contributing to major energy transition and infrastructure initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Technical Management

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  Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across:
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    Primary systems
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    Secondary systems
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    Civil and structural engineering
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    Telecom
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    Cable systems
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    Lines and masts
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    BIM and GIS disciplines
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  Translate project goals into technical requirements, parameters, and design criteria
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  Monitor technical integration and interfaces between disciplines
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  Ensure project delivery in line with planning, scope, budget, quality, and safety requirements

Engineering & Systems Integration

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  Apply Systems Engineering methodologies within projects
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  Assess design solutions for:
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    Feasibility
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    Manufacturability
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    Risk management
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  Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and customer standards
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  Promote Safety by Design principles throughout the project lifecycle

Stakeholder & Contractor Management

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  Maintain active communication with clients, engineers, suppliers, and project stakeholders
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  Select, coordinate, and manage contractors and suppliers
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  Support integrated collaboration within project teams using structured project methodologies

Leadership & Delivery

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  Provide leadership within multidisciplinary teams
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  Ensure high-quality technical project outcomes
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  Support efficient project execution and decision-making
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  Contribute to innovative and future-focused energy infrastructure projects

Required Skills & Experience

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  Completed HBO or WO degree in:
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    Electrical Engineering
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    Energy Technology
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    Or a related technical discipline
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  5–10 years of experience in:
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    High-voltage installations
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    Technical infrastructure projects
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    Design, realization, or project management activities
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  Strong knowledge of:
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    High-voltage substations
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    Transformers
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    GIS installations
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    Cable connections
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  Experience with project methodologies and contract structures such as:
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    IPM
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    UAV-gc
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    Prince2
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    PMP
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  Familiarity with standards and regulations including:
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    NEN-EN-IEC 61936
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    NEN 3840
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    NEN 3140
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  Experience applying Systems Engineering principles

Preferred Competencies

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  Strong leadership and coordination skills
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  Excellent organizational and communication abilities
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  High level of safety awareness
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  Result-oriented and proactive mindset
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  Ability to manage complex multidisciplinary processes
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  Strong stakeholder management skills
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  Ability to work effectively in dynamic project environments

Language Requirements

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  Excellent command of Dutch and English, both written and spoken