# C004831 Principal Project Manager (NS) - MON 1 Jun

> EMW, Inc. · Brussels, Belgium · Contract · Posted 2026-05-15

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** AAS

## Description

**Deadline Date:** Monday 1 June 2026

**Requirement:** Principal Project Manager

**Location:** Brussels, BE

**Full Time On-Site:** Yes

**Time On-Site:** 100%

**Total Scope of the request (hours):** 836

**Required Start Date:** 6 July 2026

**End Contract Date:** 31 December 2026

**Required Security Clearance:** NATO SECRET

**Duties & Role:**  

Under the direction of Head Project Management Office, the incumbent will perform duties such as the following:

-   The planning, implementation and management of assigned projects in accordance with the appropriate NATO regulations and NCI Agency project management policies and procedures;
-   Development of procurement strategies, benefit and risk analyses, and business cases to secure sponsor acceptance and funding;
-   Execution of the necessary Quality Assurance functions essential to the successful delivery of capability and services;
-   Taking responsibility for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution.
-   Delivering projects within defined Time, Cost and Quality tolerances;
-   The identification, planning and allocation of resources to meet project milestones and/or initiating corrective actions when necessary;
-   Supervising (directly or as part of a matrix environment) teams and individuals (project team members);
-   Ensuring that realistic project plans are maintained and regular and accurate communications are provided to stakeholders;
-   Participating in other project management related activities;
-   Undertaking relevant technical support activities;
-   Supporting other teams in PM-related activities, if required;
-   Performing other duties as may be required.

## Requirements

**Skill, Knowledge & Experience:**

-   The candidate must have a currently active NATO SECRET security clearance
-   A minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 6 years post-related experience.
-   A recognised formal Project Management qualification, such as PRINCE 2 Practitioner / Project Management Professional (PMP). The lack of formal qualifications can be compensated by the demonstration of expertise and experience in the domain;
-   Recent extensive Project Management experience (at least three years) in a large scale IT organization involving high investments;
-   Experience in large digital transformation initiatives within the public sector or international organizations;
-   Knowledge and experience in modern approaches and technologies relevant to the work, e.g., Agile methodologies, change management, business process modelling, cloud computing, data science, cybersecurity, etc.;
-   Proven ability to communicate effectively orally, using tact and diplomacy, and in writing with good briefing skills;
-   Proven success as a project team manager/leader in NCIA or NATO;
-   ITIL Foundation Level certification;
-   Practical knowledge and experience in Project Management tooling and automation (e.g., Service Now, Enterprise Resource Planning and other collaboration tools);
-   Practical knowledge and experience with Portfolio and Programme Management and associated best practices (e.g. MoP, MSP) would be beneficial;
-   Knowledge of NATO or national governmental acquisition policy and procurement procedures;
-   Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements;
-   Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT.

## Apply

[Apply at EMW, Inc.](https://apply.workable.com/emw/j/B3017A1FD2/apply)

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