Head of Projects, Water in Cities

4 days ago

Malmo, Skåne, Sweden DHI Full time
DHI is at the forefront of urban water management, helping cities worldwide build resilience against flooding, water shortage and water quality challenges. As urbanization accelerates and climate change intensifies, demand for our expertise in hydrodynamic modeling, nature-based solutions, and digital water technologies is rapidly growing. Our team is expanding to support municipalities, utilities, and infrastructure developers in shaping sustainable and climate-adaptive cities in the most cost-effective way.

We are now seeking an accomplished Head of Projects to lead and drive a portfolio of high-impact urban water projects. This is a key leadership role where you will ensure excellence in project execution, contribute to strategic development, and help shape innovative solutions that make cities more livable and water-secure. Additionally, you will continuously monitor the project portfolio, support PMs around the world in increasing the profitability of our projects, and ensure optimal resources for their implementation.

Purpose of role
Responsible for the designated project portfolio within the Water in Cities GBU. Ensure projects comply with operational excellence from proposal to delivery. Provide overarching support to all Teams/Departments within Water in Cities from Project Management and Profit & Loss perspective. GBU proper resource management will also be important in this role.

Key Experience And Skills
  • Project Management and/or Project Portfolio Management experience – 10 years
  • Language – English fluent
  • Environmental Protection or Engineering or other technical background is additional value
  • Other skills: meticulousness, accuracy, patience, focus on the goal, communication skills
Key performance metrics
  • Project Turnover - 20%
  • GBU chargeability - 30%
  • Project GM% - 30%
  • Quality compliance level in projects portfolio - 20%
Key Responsibilities
  • Project Management
    • Overview of the assigned project portfolio
    • Project delivery to time, budget and quality (budget approver for the assigned portfolio)
    • Responsible for ensuring that contractual legal and commercial matters are dealt with according to and meet company requirements
    • Support PMs within the portfolio to assist PMs in meeting project targets (quality, time, and budget)
    • Mentor and coach PMs in raising their competences in more professional management of large projects, negotiations with clients, ensuring appropriate profits, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence across teams
    • Resource management in collaboration with employees, managers, PMs, and other staff to ensure chargeability while observing staffing principles
    • Drive resource optimization and operational efficiency, enhancing project scalability and impact
    • Ensure correct procedures and structure for project execution for the assigned portfolio
    • Report regularly to Operational Excellence (OPEX) Director on progress evaluation, especially timely in case of negative deviations on projects
    • Ensure compliance with QMS and participate in internal and external audits
    • Ensure that review meetings take place on a regular basis for large/complex/high-risk projects (align expectations with OPEX Director and PMs)
    • Active support in managing specific projects
  • Opportunities
    • Have an overview of and an eye for new project opportunities
    • Participate in bid decision, solution, and price strategy for projects within all level LoA
    • Review contracts and NDAs and participate in negotiations
  • Operational Excellence
    • Follow, participate, and contribute to DHI Operational Excellence governed by OPEX Director
    • Review and approve proposals and project deliverables (if required in assigned projects). Ensure support as necessary by relevant experts
    • Develop strategic plans regarding projects in collaboration with the Manager(s) of the Segments and Teams
  • Communication and Development
    • Assess complex projects and contribute to advice and communicate regarding these to relevant colleagues
    • Offer feedback to PMs and employees regarding proposals
    • Coach PMs in projects and contribute to creating good cooperation
    • Contribute actively to strategic development and operational efficiency for the segment opportunities and projects
    • Contribute to making DHI an attractive and developing workplace for employees
    • Improve resource management at DHI by observing staffing principles and thereby securing chargeability and assisting employees' professional development and personal motivation in their job
    • Promote and live the DHI values
    • Ensure management of key/critical employees in projects
    • Contribute to collaboration within the GBU and across the GBU's
Key stakeholders
  • Global Business Unit leadership team
  • GBU Operational Excellence Director
  • GBU Head of Departments
  • Project Managers
  • Business Support Functions
  • External clients and stakeholders
Authority
  • Commercial decisions in accordance with LOA or given POA
What We Offer
At DHI, you'll join a collaborative global team that values innovation, integrity, and impact.

You'll also lead transformative projects that improve urban water resilience, expand our business through strong client engagement, and work alongside leading experts in hydrodynamic modeling, climate risk, and urban planning.

You will have an opportunity to work with highly-skilled, open-minded and passionate specialists from all over the world.

We offer this position in one of our offices: Malmö, Sweden; Hørsholm, Denmark; Warszawa or Rzeszów, Poland.
#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Head of Project Portfolio

    4 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden DHI Full time

    We are now seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our global team. As a key member of the Water in Cities Global Business Unit, you will be responsible for leading and driving a portfolio of high-impact urban water projects. Your expertise will help shape innovative solutions that make cities more livable and water-secure.About the RoleThis is a key...

  • Urban Water Project Manager

    3 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden DHI Full time

    The role of Urban Water Project Manager at DHI offers a unique opportunity to lead high-impact urban water projects, ensuring excellence in project execution and contributing to strategic development. With a strong background in project management and/or portfolio management, this position requires 10 years of experience, fluency in English, and additional...

  • Water Resilience Director

    3 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden DHI Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an accomplished Project Manager to lead and drive a portfolio of high-impact urban water projects. This key leadership role involves ensuring excellence in project execution, contributing to strategic development, and shaping innovative solutions that make cities more livable and water-secure.Responsibilities include managing...

  • Project Excellence Director

    4 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden DHI Full time

    DHI is a global leader in urban water management. We help cities worldwide build resilience against flooding, water shortage, and water quality challenges. Our team is expanding to support municipalities, utilities, and infrastructure developers in shaping sustainable and climate-adaptive cities in the most cost-effective way.About the RoleWe are seeking an...

  • Global Business Unit Head

    3 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden DHI Full time

    The role of Urban Water Project Manager at DHI offers a challenging opportunity to lead high-impact urban water projects and contribute to strategic development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and/or portfolio management, with 10 years of experience, fluency in English, and additional value in environmental protection...

  • Hydrodynamic Leadership Position

    3 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden DHI Full time

    DHI is at the forefront of urban water management, helping cities worldwide build resilience against flooding, water shortage, and water quality challenges. As urbanization accelerates and climate change intensifies, demand for our expertise in hydrodynamic modeling, nature-based solutions, and digital water technologies is rapidly growing.We are now seeking...

  • Head of Discipline Roads and Highways Sweden Göteborg, Helsingborg, Malmö, Stockholm Applicatio

    4 hours ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden COWI AS Full time

    Do you want to help shape the sustainable and green society of the future? Are you passionate about road and street design as well as surveying technology? Do you thrive on working on exciting projects and motivating your colleagues to reach their full potential while driving the business forward? Then this line manager role might be the next step in your...

  • Head of Technology

    4 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden TN Sweden Full time

    Social network you want to login/join with:Head of Technology - NordicsLocation: MalmöJob Category: OtherEU work permit required: YesJob Reference:fb05af0d1635Job Views:4Posted:24.03.2025Expiry Date:08.05.2025Job Description:We are an award-winning digital product studio with 125 people in 5 different studios across the globe (London, Malmö, New York,...

  • Electrical Project Management Lead

    3 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden Winthrop Engineering & Contracting AB - Malmö Full time

    About This RoleWe are seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to join our team, responsible for managing site quality assurance, managing project schedule, and preparing two weeks look ahead for upcoming works.The ideal candidate will have a relevant electrical qualification, 5+ years of experience in a similar role, and excellent...

  • Senior Project Manager

    5 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden Ramboll Full time

    Job DescriptionWe invite you to bring your Project Management experience into play, as you help improve the way we work, collaborate, and innovate through projects. To succeed in this role, you must understand what it takes to drive progress in global projects, have a sense of urgency combined with patience.You will join our Ramboll Tech PMO department in...

  • Head of Financial Planning

    5 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden TN Sweden Full time

    Social network you want to login/join with:Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, MalmöClient:NKT Cables-chinaLocation:Job Category:OtherEU work permit required:YesJob Reference:7effb080038aJob Views:3Posted:22.03.2025Job Description:Oversee financial excellence and strategic decision-makingAre you ready to coach a skilled team and support financial...

  • Head of Corporate Communications

    3 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden One Group AB Full time

    We are seeking an experienced Head of Corporate Communications to lead both internal and external communications for group.one, a portfolio of brands specialising in web hosting, website building, and domain name registration. This is a high-impact role within a private equity-backed environment, growing both organically and with M&A, where we focus on...

  • Senior Office Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden Winthrop Engineering & Contracting AB Full time

    Our company, Winthrop Technologies, provides innovative data centre solutions to our clients across Europe.We have extensive expertise in designing and constructing data centres, offering services ranging from civil and structural work to architectural, mechanical, and electrical services, as well as commissioning.We are proud to be undertaking multiple...

  • Head of Legal to Spiideo

    1 week ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden Jurek Recruitment & Consulting AB Full time

    Spiideo is a global leader in automated, cloud-based solutions for sports video analysis and streaming, headquartered in the heart of Malmö. Our customers are sport clubs, leagues and media companies all over the globe. As part of our growth journey, we are now looking to strengthening our team at the Lilla Torg office in Malmö with a highly skilled Head...

  • Enterprise Project Delivery Expert

    5 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden Ramboll Full time

    About RambollRamboll is a foundation-owned people company with over 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. We are leaders in our fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting.We...

  • Senior Automation Engineer

    1 week ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden ICT Additude Full time

    Are you passionate about automation and looking for a new challenge? At ICT Additude, we're seeking an experienced and driven Senior Automation Engineer to join our growing team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the early stages of shaping the way we work with Automation, with the chance to work alongside experts in the field.What you'll do:Develop...

  • Senior Automation Engineer

    4 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden ICT Additude - Malmö Full time

    KravAutomationsingenjör, maskin - erfarenhet efterfrågasAre you passionate about automation and looking for a new challenge? At ICT Additude, we're seeking an experienced and driven Senior Automation Engineer to join our growing team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the early stages of shaping the way we work with Automation, with the chance to...

  • Project Manager ERP

    16 hours ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden A-hub Full time

    We are looking for an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to lead Lindab's ERP Program. In this key role, you will work alongside our ERP partner, Avanade, to oversee the implementation of Lindab's new ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365F&O). This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a transformative journey, spanning...

  • FP&A Finance Business Partner

    4 days ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden TFS HealthScience Full time

    TFS HealthScience is a leading global mid-size Contract Research Organization (CRO) that partners with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies throughout their entire clinical development journey. Our expertise includes full service-capabilities, resourcing and Functional Service (FSP) solutions.Join Our Team as a FP&A Finance Business Partner - office...

  • Head of Information Security

    2 weeks ago

    Malmo, Skåne, Sweden Voyado Sweden Full time

    We are super excited to announce that our CIO Magnus Ahlberg is now looking to welcome our next Head of Information Security. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of safeguarding our company and raising awareness of risk management while enabling innovation and growth.About the role and day-to-dayAs the Head of Information Security, you will lead and...