Senior) Project Manager Circulair Plastic en R&D

Position: (senior) Project Manager Circulair Plastic en R&D
22-10-2026

Turn innovative research into real-world impact | NTCP | Heerenveen.

Help shape the future of plastics recycling.

NTCP (ntcp.nl), is the leading organization in Europe for pretreatment of plastic recycling. We turn innovative ideas into practical solutions for a more circular plastics industry. As an independent applied research organisation, we work at the intersection of science, technology and industry to develop, test and advance plastic recycling technologies.

Our unique industrial-scale facilities allow us to investigate the entire recycling chain — from collected plastic waste to processing technologies and new products. We work with an international network of industrial partners, technology developers, research institutions and other stakeholders to help accelerate the transition towards a circular economy.

What if your project management skills could help change the way the world uses plastics?

We are looking for a

(Senior) Project Manager Circular Plastics and R&D

who can bring people, technology and ideas together to deliver complex projects and turn ambitious goals into tangible results.

As (Senior) Project Manager, you will take ownership of multidisciplinary R&D projects from initial concept to final delivery. You will work closely with researchers, engineers, industrial partners and other stakeholders to ensure that projects deliver meaningful results within agreed timelines, budgets and scope.

This is an opportunity to combine strategic oversight with hands-on project leadership in a growing organisation where your contribution is visible and your work has a purpose.

What you will do

Lead complex R&D projects:
Translate project objectives and client needs into clear plans, milestones, deliverables and execution strategies.

Bring disciplines together:
Align researchers, engineers, technical specialists and external partners around shared objectives and responsibilities to deliver results to academic and industrial standards.

Deliver results:
Manage project scope, budgets, resources, timelines and risks, taking timely action when challenges arise.

Drive progress and improvement:
Monitor project performance, identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to keep projects on track.

Build strong partnerships:
Manage expectations, communicate progress and maintain effective relationships with clients, industrial partners and research organisations.

Strengthen project delivery:
Share knowledge, improve ways of working and help NTCP further develop its project management capabilities as the organisation grows.

What will you bring

Master’s degree or comparable in a technical or technological discipline, such as chemical engineering, materials science, process engineering or mechanical engineering

A strong intrinsic motivation to improve plastic recycling

A minimum of 5-7 years of experience as project leader in a R&D environment

A proven track record of successful leading of (cross-functional and multidisciplinary) projects from initiation to closure

Strong skills in project planning, budgeting, resource allocation, risk management and progress monitoring.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align different interests and turn complex challenges into actionable plans

Thrives in dynamic, growing and innovative environment, you are curious, open-minded, have can-do mentality and willing to learn all about circular plastics industry

Ability to translate market needs to clear execution plans

Authorised to work in the Netherlands

Our offer

We offer you the opportunity to work in an innovative and creative environment in an area that matters and creates.

With our unique, world-class equipment, we aim to contribute to the global plastic recycling industry. As…