Our client carries 187 years of heritage in high-performance enameled steel solutions. Renowned for engineering precision, durability, and aesthetics, their enameled panels are used in infrastructure, mobility, and architecture worldwide. They are now set to transform the architectural façade market in Europe, offering enameled panels as a superior alternative to terracotta and other façade materials.Our client is seeking a Head of Project Management with full responsibility for execution of international customer projects from contract signing to final handover, while building a structured and scalable project management team.The role ensures:On-time and on-cost deliveryStructured management and communication over project lifecycleDisciplined, system-driven project executionComplete and accurate project dataset during executionFast and correct on-site installation (tanks and silos)Core Responsibilities1. End-to-End Project Ownership (Hands-on)Manage and develop project management teamStructured management skills (communication, problemsolving, project management toolset)Full accountability for: timeline, cost, qualityAct as the single point of responsibility for the customer2. Build the Project Management teamDefine and implement:• Project management processes• Standard templates and tools• Reporting structures and cadencesEstablish clear project governance and disciplineCreate a scalable foundation for future team expansion3. Project Planning & ControlDevelop and manage: Project timelines, Milestones, Resource plans, Cashflow plansTrack progress rigorously and take corrective actions when required4. Cross-Functional ExecutionDrive coordination across: Design, Production, Procurement, Logistics, Construction site, financialsEnsure timely availability of all inputs required for executionRisk and inconsistency mitigation5. Site Installation LeadershipPlan and manage on-site installation activitiesEnsure: correct assembly, budget boundaries, structured and safe executionCoordinate site teams, contractors, and customersResolve issues on-site without delay6. Cost & Commercial ControlTrack project costs vs. budgetManage deviations, variations, and change ordersProtect project margins through disciplined execution7. Customer ManagementMaintain structured and transparent communicationProvide regular updates on progress and risksManage expectations and handle escalations8. Quality & Project ClosureEnsure delivered systems meet all requirementsManage inspections, testing, and final acceptanceEnsure complete and correct documentationClose projects in a structured mannerRequirementsDegree in Mechanical / Civil / Industrial Engineering and/orStrong experience in industrial project executionStrong experience in site installation (tanks / silos / heavy equipment preferred)Proven ability to build or improve project management systemsStrong understanding of fabrication and site realitiesWorking StyleStructured and execution-focusedStrong ownership and accountabilityHands-on approachContinuous improvement mindsetDecisive and solution-orientedClear and direct communicationPerformance Expectations (First 12 Months)≥ 90% of projects delivered on timeInstallation (tanks & silos) completed first-time right & within planned durationNo major site rework due to planning or coordination failuresStandard project management system implemented across all projectsClear milestone tracking and reporting in placeMeasurable reduction in project delays and escalationsFull transparency on project status, risks, and deviationsProjects delivered within approved budgets with controlled variationsDefined and functioning interfaces with design, production, and siteAuthorityOperational control over all project execution activitiesAuthority to define and enforce project management processesAuthority to escalate and resolve cross-functional bottlenecksTeamlead project managementReport to COO
Our client carries 187 years of heritage in high-performance enameled steel solutions. Renowned for engineering precision, durability, and aesthetics, their enameled panels are used in infrastructure, mobility, and architecture worldwide. They are now set to transform the architectural façade market in Europe, offering enameled panels as a superior alternative to terracotta and other façade materials.
Our client is seeking a Head of Project Management with full responsibility for execution of international customer projects from contract signing to final handover, while building a structured and scalable project management team.
The role ensures:
- On-time and on-cost delivery
- Structured management and communication over project lifecycle
- Disciplined, system-driven project execution
- Complete and accurate project dataset during execution
- Fast and correct on-site installation (tanks and silos)
Core Responsibilities
1. End-to-End Project Ownership (Hands-on)
- Manage and develop project management team
- Structured management skills (communication, problemsolving, project management toolset)
- Full accountability for: timeline, cost, quality
- Act as the single point of responsibility for the customer
2. Build the Project Management team
- Define and implement:
• Project management processes
• Standard templates and tools
• Reporting structures and cadences
- Establish clear project governance and discipline
- Create a scalable foundation for future team expansion
3. Project Planning & Control
- Develop and manage: Project timelines, Milestones, Resource plans, Cashflow plans
- Track progress rigorously and take corrective actions when required
4. Cross-Functional Execution
- Drive coordination across: Design, Production, Procurement, Logistics, Construction site, financials
- Ensure timely availability of all inputs required for execution
- Risk and inconsistency mitigation
5. Site Installation Leadership
- Plan and manage on-site installation activities
- Ensure: correct assembly, budget boundaries, structured and safe execution
- Coordinate site teams, contractors, and customers
- Resolve issues on-site without delay
6. Cost & Commercial Control
- Track project costs vs. budget
- Manage deviations, variations, and change orders
- Protect project margins through disciplined execution
7. Customer Management
- Maintain structured and transparent communication
- Provide regular updates on progress and risks
- Manage expectations and handle escalations
8. Quality & Project Closure
- Ensure delivered systems meet all requirements
- Manage inspections, testing, and final acceptance
- Ensure complete and correct documentation
- Close projects in a structured manner
Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical / Civil / Industrial Engineering and/or
- Strong experience in industrial project execution
- Strong experience in site installation (tanks / silos / heavy equipment preferred)
- Proven ability to build or improve project management systems
- Strong understanding of fabrication and site realities
Working Style
- Structured and execution-focused
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Hands-on approach
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Decisive and solution-oriented
- Clear and direct communication
Performance Expectations (First 12 Months)
- ≥ 90% of projects delivered on time
- Installation (tanks & silos) completed first-time right & within planned duration
- No major site rework due to planning or coordination failures
- Standard project management system implemented across all projects
- Clear milestone tracking and reporting in place
- Measurable reduction in project delays and escalations
- Full transparency on project status, risks, and deviations
- Projects delivered within approved budgets with controlled variations
- Defined and functioning interfaces with design, production, and site
Authority
- Operational control over all project execution activities
- Authority to define and enforce project management processes
- Authority to escalate and resolve cross-functional bottlenecks
- Teamlead project management
- Report to COO
Avomind is a go to firm to hire commercial, strategy and analytics & insights talent globally.Our global network - serviced from Berlin, London, Barcelona, Miami, Jakarta and Singapore is built up of partnerships with >200 leading academic institutions; 25 leading MBA programs and 45 tech institutions.We provide our clients with unlimited access to our network and offer custom recruitment; embedded hiring and talent branding services.Speed is our care value - do expect a first project input within 24 hours. 75% of the hired candidates are part of the 1st week’s batch, that we would deliver on a project.
Avomind is a go to firm to hire commercial, strategy and analytics & insights talent globally.
Our global network - serviced from Berlin, London, Barcelona, Miami, Jakarta and Singapore is built up of partnerships with >200 leading academic institutions; 25 leading MBA programs and 45 tech institutions.
We provide our clients with unlimited access to our network and offer custom recruitment; embedded hiring and talent branding services.
Speed is our care value - do expect a first project input within 24 hours. 75% of the hired candidates are part of the 1st week’s batch, that we would deliver on a project.
