DP World, the fast-growing transportation and logistics leader that currently manages more than 10% of world trade, is seeking an experienced and thorough Project Manager – EU Funds to join the Business Development and Projects team of our container terminal in Constanta, Romania .
This exciting leadership role is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of company projects funded through European grants. The position plays a critical part in ensuring project success by optimizing resource allocation, minimizing risks and costs, and delivering strategic outcomes aligned with business objectives.
Your Responsibilities :
- Leading end-to-end project coordination, ensuring timely delivery of objectives at the highest quality standards through structured planning, execution, and resource allocation.
- Developing, monitoring, and adjusting project plans, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring compliance with internal policies, national regulations, and funding authority guidelines.
- Overseeing financial planning and budget management, including co-financing requirements, internal justifications, procurement procedures, and accurate reporting aligned with eligibility rules.
- Ensuring effective communication and collaboration with project team members, stakeholders, and external partners, maintaining alignment with contractual obligations and partnership agreements.
- Preparing and managing procurement documentation, coordinating tender processes through internal systems, participating in vendor selection, and drafting commercial contracts.
- Tracking project implementation progress, resolving operational and strategic issues proactively, and ensuring corrective actions are taken when necessary.
- Supervising contract execution related to acquisitions and implementation, supports project closure, and preparing all required technical and financial documentation.
- Providing regular updates and reports to the project director, management, and relevant authorities, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and regulatory compliance.
- Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive commercial, financial, and technical information, while adhering to organizational norms and internal policies.
- Acting as a liaison with funding authorities and intermediary bodies, preparing technical and financial reports and supporting reimbursement processes through compliant documentation.
- Driving continuous improvement, proposing enhancements to work processes and promoting company objectives across teams to ensure efficient project execution.
- Ensuring full legal and policy compliance, including monitoring regulatory changes, providing legal interpretation when needed, and embedding risk mitigation and safety practices into project delivery.
Your Profile :
University degree, preferably in Law or a related field.Obtained postgraduate certifications in management.Completed Project Management training and / or certification as an Expert in EU Structural and Cohesion Funds Access.Minimum 5 years of experience in implementing projects financed through European funds.At least 3 years in a leadership role, with demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex deliverables.Proven expertise in contract negotiation, drafting, and execution of commercial agreements.Solid understanding of commercial law, including contracts and general legal principles.Familiarity with economic, commercial, and financial analysis, as well as technical project parameters.In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.Understanding of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, human capital modeling, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.Strong computer literacy, including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Navis Express.Advanced English proficiency, both written and spoken.Valid Category B driving license.Proactive in driving performance improvements across teams and processes. Regularly evaluates own results and seeks continuous personal development.Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities, particularly in addressing client needs with a responsive mindset.Understands and adapts to organizational structure and culture.Values and incorporates colleagues’ perspectives, fostering collaboration and mutual respect.Compensation
DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.
About DP World
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.
With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.
We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.
We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.
WE MAKE TRADE FLOW
TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.
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