Permanent
Full time
On-site
Brugelette
Project Manager
At Pairi Daiza, we're much more than a wildlife park – we're The Garden of the Worlds. Every day, thousands of visitors come to enjoy a truly unique experience where animals, nature, minerals, and human cultures come together. But what truly makes the difference is our people, whose passion and commitment bring this living world to life.
Today, we are looking for an exceptional Project Manager to strengthen our Technical Department.
The Project Manager is responsible for the technical, administrative, financial, and commercial management of the projects, or parts of projects, entrusted to them by the Technical Management, within the scope of the authority granted by the Technical Management and General Management.
In agreement with the Technical Management, the Project Manager delegates specific tasks to the Site Manager, Site Technicians, subcontractors, or any other members of the site team or the company's general and logistics services. However, the Project Manager remains fully accountable for all delegated responsibilities.
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Your Responsibilities
General Project Management
Gather all information required to execute the works in accordance with the client's contractual requirements.
Ensure effective communication of all relevant project information to: Internal stakeholders (Management, Logistics Department, etc.)
The Client, the Client's Project Manager, and consultants (architects, engineering firms, etc.)
Public authorities (local authorities, police, fire department, etc.)
Third parties (utility companies, neighboring property owners, etc.)
Manage disputes and claims involving clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and third parties.
Technical Management
Review execution documents (technical specifications, drawings, bills of quantities, etc.) and applicable reference documents (regulations, standards, specifications, etc.) to verify client requirements and identify critical works and supplies.
Define the most appropriate construction methods.
Determine and mobilize all necessary resources (personnel, materials, subcontractors, equipment, software) to ensure successful project execution.
Prepare, monitor, and distribute schedules related to design, procurement, and construction activities.
Develop the project's Quality Plan.
Monitor compliance with contractual requirements regarding deadlines, quality, and conformity of the works.
Ensure compliance with all legal health and safety requirements on site.
Administrative Management
Establish the site organization chart and allocate responsibilities within the project team.
Ensure all legal formalities related to the execution of the works are completed (declarations, permit applications, authorizations, etc.).
Maintain daily social security (ONSS) records and workforce attendance reports.
Notify the Insurance Department of any specific risks not covered by the company's standard insurance policies.
Represent the company during official meetings.
Prepare, update, monitor, and distribute contractual documentation.
Draft, review, and distribute all project-related correspondence.
Report any incidents or claims to the Insurance Department.
Coordinate requests for provisional and final acceptance of the works with the Client.
Financial Management
Monitor the establishment of financial guarantees with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Verify invoices for supplies, works, and services provided by suppliers, subcontractors, and third parties.
Prepare cost estimates for change orders and additional works.
Monitor budgets, analyze project costs, and ensure financial follow-up.
Oversee the management of shared project costs (pro rata account).
Your Profile
Industrial or Civil Engineering degree in Construction.
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Site Engineer/Site Technician, or 3 years of experience as a Project Manager, ideally within the construction industry.
Strong command of Microsoft Office and other standard IT tools.
Good knowledge of French and English is considered a strong asset.
Personal Skills
Natural leadership with the ability to inspire, motivate, and unite teams.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and planning skills.
Solution-oriented mindset with a positive attitude.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to anticipate risks and proactively solve problems.
Flexible and available to adapt to project schedules.
If you recognize yourself in this profile and are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Join us and become part of an extraordinary adventure!
Contract type
Permanent
Number of hours per week
Full time
Job location
Domaine de Cambron, 7940 Brugelette, Belgique
About us
Pairi Daiza is an unrivalled zoological garden, whether as a day-trip destination or as a holiday destination.
Nearly 2.3 million people visit Pairi Daiza every year. Spanning 75 hectares, Pairi Daiza captures the beauty of the landscape while evoking the spirituality of its peoples. The enchanted Animal Kingdom is home to over 7,500 animals of 800 species, including 5 giant pandas and 20 elephants. But also thousands of rare plants and stones, as well as authentic buildings and handicrafts.
The combination of authentic buildings, flora and fauna immerses visitors in China, Indonesia, Benin, Togo, Antarctica, Australia, Northern Europe and Canada. These worlds have been recreated with respect for the arts and crafts of these regions and civilizations.
Pairi Daiza is a committed company that takes concrete action to protect and conserve species. Outside its walls, the Pairi Paiza Foundation is very active in favor of endangered species and their habitats.
Since 2018, Pairi Daiza has set itself the goal of being 100% green between 2030 and 2032.
