Senior Project Manager
ERTICO - ITS Europe
About the Organisation
ERTICO-ITS Europe is a public-private partnership with more than 120 Partners that drives forward innovation in Intelligent Transport Solutions (ITS) for a safer and more sustainable future for European citizens. At ERTICO, we thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing world and pride ourselves on promoting innovative technology solutions.
About the role
The Senior Project Manager (SPM) is a key leadership role within the Innovation & Deployment department, responsible for the end-to-end management of one or more EU-funded projects with a focus on CCAM. The SPM oversees project delivery, ensuring alignment with ERTICO’s strategic goals, and leads the development of new project proposals and initiatives. This role involves cross-functional coordination with other departments and proactive engagement with stakeholders and ERTICO partners, contributing to the growth of the ERTICO network.
Responsibilities
Horizon Europe Project Management & Delivery:
- Lead the planning, implementation, and delivery of Horizon Europe and other EU-funded projects related to CCAM
- Ensure timely achievement of project milestones, deliverables, and KPIs
- Manage project budgets, resources, risks, and reporting requirements
- Coordinate project teams across I&D and other internal departments, assigning responsibilities and ensuring high-quality outputs
- Liaise with the European Commission and other funding bodies as required.
Horizon Europe Proposal & Business Development:
- Identify funding opportunities and lead the preparation and submission of high-quality project proposals aligned with ERTICO’s mission and strategy
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential partners from the public and private sectors
- Actively contribute to the development of new research activities under the CCAM agenda.
Stakeholder Engagement & Strategy Contribution:
- Contribute to ERTICO’s strategic direction in CCAM, supporting the development and promotion of innovative ITS solutions in this domain;
- Actively contribute to the ITS Europe and World Congresses organised by ERTICO and represent ERTICO at external events, conferences, and stakeholder forums, acting as a subject-matter expert;
- Support the growth and engagement of ERTICO’s partnership network in the CCAM domain.
Skills, Competencies & Experience
Essential:
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience, with at least 7 years in EU project management (preferably Horizon Europe or H2020), including EU project proposal development and writing;
- Proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, including budgeting, reporting, and coordination;
- In-depth understanding of smart mobility and ITS: Specialisation in CCAM is an asset.
- Strong knowledge of the EU policy landscape and funding programmes, including ECAS platform;
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills;
- Fluent in English (spoken and written); additional EU languages are an asset.
Desirable:
- Excellent knowledge of Project Management Tools, PMP or PRINCE2 certification equivalent project management training is an asset.
- Experience working with or in public authorities is an asset.
- Existing network of contacts in the European mobility and transport innovation ecosystem;
- Facilitator skills during the proposal building process and is able to build consensus.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s or PhD degree in Engineering, Transport & Mobility, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or a related field
Compensation & Benefits
- Opportunity in a dynamic and international team;
- An attractive extra-legal benefit package, along with the salary.
- Strong cultural environment where Values embrace everything we do to achieve our vision;
- A highly skilled team, which is Cooperative, Open, and Passionate;
- A Visionary working atmosphere that aims to be positively impactful for you, your skills, and career development.
Working locations
- Remotely working in Brussels, Belgium
How to apply
- Please send your CV and motivation letter to [email protected].
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