Project Manager, Operations Management, Project & Program Management

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For our National role, we are looking for a:

Project Manager

Location:

National

The Role:

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Project Manager to lead our project delivery function. As Project Manager, you will be the driving force behind successful project execution, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality outcomes on time and within budget. You will coordinate with internal teams, external clients, and branch offices to deliver exceptional results. This is a key position that will work with Sales, Solution Engineers and Foreman’s.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution Develop detailed project plans with clear objectives, tasks, deadlines, and resource allocation

Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, implementing timely resolutions

Monitor project progress actively and take corrective action when necessary

Manage project budgets, advise on cost calculations, and report financial performance to management

Ensure quality assurance through appropriate monitoring and evaluation

Produce regular progress reports for management and stakeholders

Team Leadership & Development Lead and supervise project teams with professionalism and support

Support and develop staff, fostering a collaborative working environment

Schedule and allocate work activities to maximize efficiency and resource utilization

Provide training and mentoring to team members

Stakeholder Management & Communication Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external clients throughout the project lifecycle

Maintain regular communication with all stakeholders to align expectations

Coordinate with temporary branch offices, Sales teams, and departmental leaders

Ensure clear, consistent communication across all project phases

Continuous Improvement Identify and address structural bottlenecks in processes and systems

Implement process and project improvements to enhance customer value

Conduct post-project evaluations to establish best practices and lessons learned

Focus on reducing working capital and improving productivity

About You Experience &

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Project Management, Engineering, or related field (Desirable)
IPMA or Prince2 certification (Desirable)
Strong business experience in a comparable project management role Preferably experience in rental industries or turnaround activities

Knowledge of Power and/or Fluid products and rental solutions is a plus

Experience with matrix organizations and Lean or Six Sigma projects is a plus Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety with ability to complete comprehensive Site RAMSValid driver’s license

Essential Skills & Attributes:

Excellent project management, organizational, and planning skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (fluent in local language and English)
Ability to work effectively with all organizational levels in a multicultural environment

Strong service attitude with a no-nonsense, action-oriented approach

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Excellent computer skills,Good training and presentation abilities

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously under pressure

Strong safety awareness and environmental responsibility

About us:

United Rentals Europe is the industry leader in the European Fluid, Power and Tool solutions market. We provide rental products, customizable rental solutions, and comprehensive tool management services. The equipment we offer is designed with safety and quality as top priorities, featuring “plug and play” capabilities and great versatility for a wide range of applications. We work together with our customers to find solutions with a shared commitment to service and safety.

This translates into unique benefits and the best rental solutions for your jobsite.

We have 41 offices across Europe (the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany and the UK). Our European headquarters is located in the Netherlands. Growth is in our DNA and this offers employees the opportunity to grow personally and professionally.

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