Project Manager - Vertical Transportation (Major transport provider)

Our client is a major transport provider in the Netherlands embarking on a large-scale programme to replace vertical transportation units; lifts, escalators, and moving walkways — across its estate. This is a capital-intensive, operationally complex programme with high visibility at board level.

They are seeking a Project Director to own and drive delivery of this programme end-to-end. This is a rare opportunity for a senior VT specialist to lead one of the most significant asset replacement programmes in Europe.

Background & Experience

10+ years in project or programme management within infrastructure, construction, or building services
Direct, hands-on experience managing large-scale VT replacement programmes.
Proven track record of delivering in live, operational environments (airports, rail, metro, retail) where phasing around operations is critical
Experience managing tier-1 VT OEM contractors such as Otis, KONE, Schindler, or TK Elevator
Commercially astute — able to control capex budgets, manage variations, and hold contractors to account

Technical Knowledge

Solid understanding of lift and escalator systems, including modernisation scope, installation sequencing, and commissioning
Familiarity with EU Lifts Directive (2014/33/EU) and relevant Dutch NEN standards
Able to read and interrogate technical programmes, engineering drawings, and O&M documentation

Leadership & Stakeholder Skills

Credible at senior level — comfortable presenting programme status to board levle
Able to coordinate across operational, technical, commercial, and safety functions
Experience building and leading multi-disciplinary project teams in a matrix environment

Location & Language

Must be willing to spend 3-4 days a week in the Netherlands. Candidates based in or willing to relocate to the Netherlands a significant advantage
Fluent English essential; Dutch language skills a significant advantage

This position offers a salary between 100-120K euro with competitive package on experience. Sponsorship can be obtained for non-local candidates. Ideally candidates will be able to work in Amsterdam for 3 or 4 days a week. For my information please contact asap