Project Execution Manager - Controls

This job advertisement is addressed to all female and male candidates who meet requirements, without any discrimination based on sex, gender, sexual orientation, nationality or ethnic origin, religious belief, disability, and/or any other personal or social condition.

What you will do

We are seeking a Project Execution Manager for our Controls (BMS) line of business to lead a team of Project Managers and ensure the achievement of assigned operational and financial targets at country level.

The role is accountable for driving profitable growth, optimizing execution processes, and ensuring high customer satisfaction.

In addition to people leadership, the role requires hands‑on capability in managing complex BMS projects, including full responsibility for budget, planning, resources, and risk management.

As part of the BMS team, the Project Execution Manager will also proactively contribute to the Service Conversion of the installed base.

How you will do it

• Review project requirements, workload, and priorities; allocate projects effectively to Project Managers
• Supervise and support project execution across the assigned portfolio, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, cost, and quality
• Monitor project and portfolio performance, including progress, financial results, and outcomes
• Identify, assess, and manage project and portfolio risks, including major claims and escalations
• Directly manage one or few projects if/when required
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Project Managers and foster a positive and collaborative work environment
• Ensure team efficiency, productivity, and compliance with company policies and procedures
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lean execution to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and partners
• Support negotiations, dispute resolution, and claim management under pressure

What we look for

• 10+ years of Project Management experience
• (PMP, APM, IPMA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred)
• 5+ years of technical expertise in BMS and/or network protocols and systems
• 2+ years of people management experience
• Customer obsession and proven ability to:
  • Make decisions under pressure
  • Negotiate complex claims
  • Solve operational and commercial issues effectively
• Strong leadership mindset with the ability to build and maintain a positive work environment
• Fluent English (spoken and written); Italian proficiency is an advantage
• Engineering degree required
• Willingness to travel up to 60%, mainly within Italy

Our benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Agile working
• Meal vouchers of €8
• Company welfare package