Engineering manager

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and organizing technical activities within projects, ensuring delivery aligns with agreed timelines, budget, and quality expectations. The role connects engineering with overall project execution, providing structure, oversight, and direction across multiple disciplines while maintaining technical consistency.

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor engineering activities across all project phases
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, specifications, and quality requirements
• Oversee technical deliverables and safeguard consistency across disciplines
• Identify and manage risks related to engineering scope and execution
• Coordinate with engineers, external partners, and project stakeholders to ensure alignment
• Act as a central point of contact for technical matters within the project
• Support decision-making by translating technical input into practical solutions
• Monitor progress, budget, and performance of engineering work
• Report on project status, risks, and key developments
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing and applying lessons learned
• Maintain structured ways of working, including planning, reporting, and change management

• Degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent experience
• Experience in complex, multidisciplinary project environments
• Proven ability to coordinate engineering activities within projects
• Understanding of engineering standards, processes, and technical documentation
• you have a Netherlands work permit
• Dutch language skills are preferred

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed.

We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market‑leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.