For an industrial customer, we are searching for a freelance Project Manager for critical infrastructure projects to lead tunnel, dynamic signalling, and traffic management system projects.
You will be involved in complex, high-security projects, working closely with public authorities, integrators, technical teams, and operators.
The correct profile should have a technical exposure to SCADA/PLC automation and be experienced on Contract Management topics.
Responsibilities
* Ensure the overall management of projects (cost, quality, deadlines, risks) from the initial study phase through commissioning and final acceptance.
* Lead projects involving tunnels, dynamic signalling, SCADA, automation, traffic lights, barriers, variable message signs (VMS), and remote management systems.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for the client (government agencies, operators, authorities) and partners (integrators, subcontractors).
* Contractual and Financial Management
* Manage contracts (public and private), budget monitoring, invoicing, amendments, and change requests.
* Ensure compliance with contractual, normative, and regulatory requirements (CSC, tunnel standards, functional safety, SIL, etc.).
* Anticipate and mitigate technical, financial, and scheduling risks.
* Coordinate internal (engineering, automation, IT, commissioning) and external teams.
* Validate technical architectures, system interfaces, and solution choices.
* Supervise key phases: FAT, SAT, commissioning, functional testing, and acceptance.
* Guarantee compliance with tunnel safety, system availability, and cybersecurity requirements.
* Ensure the application of standards and best practices (system engineering, functional safety, 24/7 operation).
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of project processes. Communication & Reporting
* Provide regular reporting to the client and management.
* Lead project meetings, steering committees, and technical reviews.
* Write and validate project documentation (plans, reports, technical files).
Profile
* Engineering degree (electrotechnical engineering, automation, civil engineering, industrial computing, or equivalent).
* Minimum 10 years of experience in managing complex technical projects.
* Experience in tunnels, road/rail signalling, traffic systems, or critical infrastructure is a considerable advantage
* Strong understanding of projects within a public procurement environment.
* Solid understanding of dynamic signalling systems, PLCs (Siemens/WinCC), SCADA, networks, and control systems.
* Knowledge of the operational, maintenance, and availability constraints of critical systems.
* Ability to communicate with technical experts while maintaining a comprehensive project perspective.
Additional Details
SENIORITY: Senior
START DATE: April
DURATION: 12 Months
EXTENSION: TBC
CONTRACT: Freelance
LOCATION: 2-3 days at the office in Brussels per week ; 1-2 days at the site in Liege per 2 weeks
HOMEWORKING POLICY: 1-2 days per week
HOURS PER WEEK: 40
LANGUAGES: Fluent French and English (both mandatory)
INTERVIEW PROCESS: 2 stages
If you are interested, please forward your updated resume to jay.kukoyi@vividresourcing.com to be considered.