Associate Director Port Consultancy

As an Associate Director, you manage a team and corresponding portfolio of integrated projects in sustainable port development. Your expertise, along with your leadership skills, are crucial to the success of our organisation. Are you ready for your next step?

What you will do

We are looking for an Associate Director for one of our three Port Consultancy teams. This is a team of about 25 enthusiastic experts, based in the Netherlands and UK, delivering high-end consultancy assignments in the fields of:

• Green port and decarbonisation strategy
• Maritime infrastructure for alternative fuels (e.g. ammonia, hydrogen)
• Wind ports and offshore wind logistics
• Environmental and social services of port development
• Land reclamation

Our key principles are collaboration, support and innovation. We work globally on maritime projects, varying from ESIAs in Africa, port decarbonisation projects in Middle East to offshore wind port development in Europe and future-ready land reclamation projects in Nigeria. Clients range from private port authorities to international financiers.

Your role will be to:

• Take operational lead within the group by owning business development, proposals and fostering strong collaborations with other teams. You will oversee projects, and manage the team’s project portfolio with corresponding risks, and serve as project director.
• You work with the team to ensure workload is well distributed, balancing personal development goals with project needs.
• Ensure the growth and vitality of the team. You will proactively recruit and retain talent, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Your mentorship and coaching will help team members excel in their roles and ensure their well-being.
• Maintain high quality and continuous improvement of our core services, implementing digital tools and automation. You support initiatives and the entrepreneurial mindset of the team.
• You will act as project manager and/or consultant to projects the remainder of your time.

The team is part of the Advisory Group Maritime & Renewables. The AG comprises of 170 colleagues working together in the fields of maritime consultancy, engineering and renewable energies. In your role, you work closely with 5 other Associate Directors in the AG. Together, you drive our strategic vision: sustainable, innovative and digital consultancy and engineering services with a positive impact on planet and society.

Where you will work

Royal HaskoningDHV is a global consultancy, engineering, and project management firm. We integrate over 140 years of expertise with digital technologies and software solutions. Our 6,400 colleagues work from 100 offices in 30 countries. Through our mission, Enhancing Society Together, we aim to positively impact the planet.

The Maritime & Renewables Advisory Group comprises of 170 colleagues. We are a diverse team, celebrating differences in cultural background with over 25 nationalities. We work on integrated maritime and renewable energy projects, such as smart port development, offshore wind and alternative fuels. We do so globally, for a broad range of Clients, often partnering with colleagues in overseas offices and local strategic partners.

What you bring

You are an inspiring, stimulating, and trustworthy person who maximizes the team's expertise and talents. You have a proven track record of leading teams on international projects and possess strong organizational skills. You can manage a complex project portfolio of port consultancy assignments.

People describe you as a flexible and enthusiastic leader with a supportive leadership style. You have excellent communication and teamwork skills, strong commercial skills and good writing ability. You are willing to explore new business opportunities, support initiators, and act as a critical friend. You have an affinity with standardisation and automation of our services.

Furthermore you:

• Hold a MSc or BSc degree, preferably in fields related to the team’s focus
• Have a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in managing complex international consultancy projects and project teams.
• Have affinity and enthusiasm for green port development and renewable energies.
• Are fluent in English and Dutch. Another language (such as French, Spanish, Arabic) is a plus.
• Are able and willing to work in our offices in Delft, Amersfoort and London, as well as to travel abroad from time to time.

Are you our new colleague?

We would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible. The application process then consists of 2 interviews and, possibly, an assessment. Are we all enthusiastic after this? Then you will receive an offer from us, and we will be happy to welcome you on board!

For more information, you can always contact Thijs de Boer, Director Advisory Group Maritime & Renewables, or Eva Sciarone, Recruiter, at eva.sciarone@rhdhv.com

Due to the privacy law, please submit your application via the apply button and not via email. The deadline for applying to this vacancy is 22 May 2025.