Function

Project Manager – Budget & Project Governance

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Project Manager to support a large-scale business transformation programme focused on modernising business processes and systems.

In this role, you will take ownership of project planning, budget management and financial follow-up, ensuring that projects remain on track in terms of scope, timelines, costs and expected outcomes.

You will work closely with programme leadership, sponsors, management and cross-functional business teams to monitor project progress, manage financial resources and provide clear insights to support informed decision-making.

We are looking for someone who combines strong project management skills with a genuine interest in budget management, financial analysis and performance monitoring. Experience with project management methodologies and governance frameworks is an asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor project budgets, financial forecasts and resource allocation.
• Track project expenditure, analyse budget variances and proactively identify potential risks or deviations.
• Monitor project progress against agreed scope, timelines, budgets and objectives.
• Prepare and maintain project reports, dashboards and management information.
• Provide clear financial and operational updates to programme leadership, stakeholders and steering committees.
• Support the development and evaluation of business cases, including cost-benefit analyses and expected return on investment (ROI).
• Monitor key project performance indicators (KPIs) and follow up on expected business benefits.
• Identify opportunities to optimise project costs, improve efficiency and enhance project performance.
• Ensure appropriate project governance, reporting and follow-up throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with business, finance, IT and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
• Proactively identify issues, propose corrective actions and support decision-making to keep the programme on track.

Your Profile

• A bachelor's or master's degree in Business Administration, Business Engineering, Finance, Economics, Project Management or a related field.
• Several years of experience in project management, project coordination, PMO, project controlling or a similar role involving budget and project performance monitoring.
• A strong interest in, and preferably hands-on experience with, project budget management, financial forecasting and cost control.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate financial and operational data into actionable insights.
• Experience with project management methodologies or frameworks, such as PRINCE2, PMI/PMP or Agile, is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with reporting tools such as Power BI is a plus.
• Experience with SAP or SAP S/4HANA is an advantage.
• A structured, proactive and results-oriented mindset, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• A pragmatic approach, with the ability to balance financial discipline with overall project objectives.
• A good working knowledge of both Dutch and English.

Contactperson & Reference

• Reference #: INWE28684
• Marilyn Weytens
• marilyn.weytens@i4m.be