Ecorys is a leading international research and consultancy company addressing society’s key challenges. We combine our deep knowledge of the societal challenges and our extensive skills and expertise to make genuine sustainable change happen.

We offer the full policy cycle to our clients who are decision makers in the public and third sectors. We advise on the options and consequences of change options. We support clients to implement and communicate change and manage the consequences. 

Ecorys is a company with strong European roots and international presence. With own offices in 10 countries, we employ over 600 people working alongside external experts and associates in about 200 locations throughout the world.

What you will be doing

We are currently looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team in Brussels. You will manage a large-scale project implemented for the European Commission. 

More specifically, as a Project Manager, you can expect to:

• Lead and coordinate all phases of the project, planning activities and setting clear milestones.
• Oversee project budgeting, timelines, quality assurance, and risk management to ensure delivery on commitments.
• Liaise with stakeholders – including client representatives, external experts, and team members – to enable effective communication and collaboration.
• Develop and update project documentation, including progress reports, deliverables, and policy recommendations.
• Manage resource allocation, scheduling, and team coordination to maintain project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor and evaluate project outcomes, implementing corrective actions and improvements as necessary.
• Present findings, reports, and strategic advice to the client and external audience.

What we will need from you

• You have a certified project management skills (PMI, IPMA, PRINCE2 or equivalent). 
• You should have at least 7 years of professional experience in project coordination and management, including at least 5 years managing complex projects with several partners of at least EUR 300.000. This should include the ability to oversee project delivery according to the established work plan, processes and timelines and ensure quality control of the services delivered. 
• You should prove to be client orientated and experienced in management teams of at least five people and in conflict resolution.
• You have a very good command of English (Common European Framework for Reference for Languages, proficient user C1), you are a good communicator and able to present to wide audience. 
• You have a university degree in one of the following area: environmental sciences, soil science, agri-food sector, spatial planning, business administration, project management, project monitoring and evaluation, knowledge systems. 

To get short-listed, please outline in your cover letter how you comply with the requirements.

Ecorys offers its employees a professional, stimulating, and learning environment with ample opportunities for development. You will work in a multicultural environment alongside a supportive team atmosphere.

The role offers a competitive remuneration package and attractive benefits. Our package includes, among other things, a homeworking allowance, meal vouchers, private health, dental, and hospitalization allowances, a collective bonus, reimbursement for home internet and mobile phone devices and subscriptions. 

You will enjoy a good work-life balance and take advantage of our hybrid work policy, which allows for remote work up to 2 days per week.

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity and our company, please visit our website: https://www.ecorys.com

Please apply with your CV and cover letter; early applications are encouraged and reviewed daily. 

At Ecorys we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace that we all enjoy and care for every day. So, if you are excited and feel qualified for this role but your past experience does not perfectly align with all requirements in the job description, we still encourage you to submit your application. You may just be the right candidate for this position!

If you require a copy of the job advert and job description in an accessible version, please contact recruitment@ecorys.com