Project Manager

Hydro Building Systems Netherlands BV, part of Norsk Hydro, is expanding its footprint in the Netherlands. They specialise in aluminium and sustainable building solutions for the construction sector, blending quality with forward-looking technology.

To support the continued growth of SAPA in the Netherlands, Hydro Building Systems Netherlands BV is seeking an enthusiastic and commercially driven Project Manager.

The role is based onsite in Drunen and would suit someone with a natural hunter instinct, a strong network within the Dutch construction industry, and a desire to build SAPA’s presence with contractors, developers, architects and other stakeholders.

What You’ll Do On The Ground At SAPA Netherlands

In this role you’ll act as the commercial hunter in the project market, actively engaging with contractors, developers, architects and other key players to spot opportunities early and position SAPA as a leading system and solution partner.

You will map the decision-makers, ensure SAPA is specified and included in project specifications and tender documents, and guide opportunities from initial contact through tender to order.

You will build and maintain sustainable relationships with customers and decision-makers at multiple levels, while developing a strong network within the Dutch construction industry and visiting stakeholders such as contractors, developers, architects and consultants. You’ll work closely with Account Managers and the technical teams to push projects forward, and you’ll monitor market developments and project trends to translate them into commercial opportunities. You will take ownership of commercial results and proactively take corrective action where needed.

The Right Candidate For The SAPA Project Manager Role

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a commercial, economic, technical, construction, architectural or business-related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant commercial experience, preferably in construction, façade, aluminium, building materials or a technical-commercial environment.
• An existing network among contractors, developers, architects or other relevant players in the Dutch construction industry.
• Affinity with technology and sustainable construction.
• Strong commercial, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial and self-motivated.
• Strong in follow-up, planning and pipeline management.
• Willing to visit stakeholders across the Netherlands.
• Native-level Dutch and professional English.

• Experience in project sales, business development or solution sales.
• Experience working with Account Managers and technical teams to progress projects.
• Track record of translating market developments into concrete commercial opportunities.

Pay And Practical Details For The Role

Competitive annual salary based on experience and expertise, with an attractive commercial bonus.

The role follows a 40-hour working week, Monday to Friday.

Benefits include 25 vacation days plus 12 ATV days, an 8% holiday allowance, a company car in accordance with the applicable car policy, a pension scheme with employer contribution, company-paid accident insurance, and mobile phone and business-related telephone costs covered by the company.

Location is Drunen, Netherlands, and the position is onsite. Travel to stakeholders across the Netherlands is expected as part of the role. The candidate should have native Dutch and professional English language proficiency.

Advice For Applicants For The SAPA Netherlands Project Manager Role

Lead with your degree and your three-plus years of relevant commercial experience in the Dutch construction field, and make your network explicit. Start your resume with a concise summary that mentions your degree, years in similar roles, and the key players you already know, contractors, developers, architects or consultants.

Show how you prove the must-have skills by sharing concrete results from prior roles: the number of projects you advanced, the size of your commercial pipeline, and examples where you moved opportunities from contact to tender or order. If you’ve worked in project sales or solution sales, include a short note on your win rate or notable wins and the impact on revenue.

Be ready to talk through how you identify early-stage opportunities, map decision-makers, and position a partner like SAPA throughout specifications and decisions. Demonstrate how you collaborate with Account Managers and technical teams to drive momentum, and share a plan for visiting stakeholders across the Netherlands to build your network.

Finish with a thoughtful question about the role’s priorities: what are the top priorities for SAPA in the Dutch market in the coming year, and how does this role interact with sales and technical colleagues to win key projects?

Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected].