Project Manager - Naval & Defence Programs

As Project Manager you will be responsible for leading complex customer projects within large Naval & Defence programs. Each program may include unique requirements that must be validated, planned, and delivered in close collaboration with internal stakeholders and customers. As a Project Manager, you will plan, execute and deliver projects against commitments. This position involves work with defence clients and therefore requires eligibility for security clearance. **Key Responsibilities** **Project Leadership** * Lead medium to large defense customer projects from initial scoping to acceptance. * Establish and maintain clear project requirements, deliverables, and plans. * Manage multiple complex projects in various phases of the lifecycle simultaneously. * Take full responsibility for project schedule, cost, quality, and compliance. * Ensure adherence to established business processes and internal standards. * Coordinate cross-functional and global project teams to secure timely and high-quality delivery. **Bid and Commercial Ownership** * Lead bid and tender activities for new opportunities and change requests. * Develop solution descriptions and build the project business case. * Ensure that all bid material is complete, compliant, and commercially aligned with internal policies. **Project Delivery and Stakeholder Alignment** * Drive project execution and delivery during negotiation and following contract award. * Manage scope, negotiate changes, and maintain alignment with all stakeholders throughout the lifecycle. * Work closely with engineering, operations, sales, and management to ensure alignment and progress. * Communicate progress, risks, issues, and decisions clearly and consistently. **Governance, Reporting, and Compliance** * Monitor project progress, risks, issues, dependencies, and compliance with legal and contractual requirements. * Prepare and deliver project reviews for customers, management, and other stakeholders. * Maintain accurate, complete, and up‑to‑date project documentation, plans, and reports. **Qualifications** * Bachelor or Master degree in engineering or a related technical field. * Minimum 10 years of project management experience, including work in technical or defense programs. Project Management certification such as PMP is preferred. * Experience with bid management, financial ownership, and defining commercial and technical solutions. * Strong communication skills and experience working in global, multi-disciplinary environments. * Ability to work independently, manage several activities in parallel, and remain structured under pressure. * Experience working with classified information handling protocols * Eligibility for security clearance is mandatory. **Additional Information** * Primary workplace: Virum, Denmark. * International travel: approximately 10 to 15 days per year. * Flexible working hours are required. **What We Offer** At HBK, we believe in freedom with responsibility, enabling a healthy work-life balance and continuous professional development. You will join an international team in an innovative and enjoyable working environment. **About HBK** On January 1, 2019, Brüel & Kjær and HBM merged to form HBK (Hottinger Brüel & Kjær). With over 3,500 employees worldwide, production facilities in Denmark, Germany, the UK, the USA, China, and Portugal, and a presence in 80 countries, HBK is a global leader in test and measurement solutions. Learn more at https://www.hbkworld.com.