Project Manager (Physical Security - On-site)

Job Title: Project Manager – Physical Security (PhySec)Location: Berlin or Munich (Germany) OR Madrid (Spain)Contract Duration: 12 months (with potential extension)Start Date: By end of May 2026Travel: 30–40% across EuropeEngagement Type: Full-time contract (100%)Overview:Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support European operations within a Physical Security (PhySec) Implementation team. This role will take ownership of a portfolio of physical security projects across multiple European sites, ensuring successful end-to-end delivery in a fast-paced and evolving environment.The successful candidate will operate across both new site launches and retrofit/expansion initiatives, managing multiple concurrent projects while maintaining strong coordination, communication, and reporting standards across a complex stakeholder landscape.Key Responsibilities:- Manage end-to-end delivery of physical security projects across Europe, including:- Site surveys and assessments- Vendor and contractor coordination- Construction and installation oversight- System commissioning and handover- Lead and manage a portfolio of ~15–20 projects, with direct responsibility for approximately 8 concurrent projects- Define project milestones, timelines, and delivery plans, ensuring adherence to deadlines- Act as the central point of coordination across internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders- Maintain clear, consistent, and proactive reporting on project status, risks, and progress- Use project management tools (e.g., Asana) to track deliverables, timelines, and dependencies- Ensure alignment across all stakeholders, driving accountability and clarity- Adapt to changing project requirements and manage ambiguity in a dynamic environment- Support change management processes, including approvals and evolving project scopes- Work closely with regional points of contact to ensure smooth onboarding and delivery executionProject Scope:The role will support a mix of:- LAUNCH projects: Physical security implementation for new site openings- REI projects: Retrofit and expansion initiatives on existing operational sitesProjects will run from May 2026 through early 2027 across multiple European locations.Required Experience & Skills:Must-Have:- Strong stakeholder communication and interpersonal skills- Proven ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and take ownership of delivery- Excellent reporting capabilities with a proactive, transparent communication styleCore Requirements:- Minimum 5+ years of experience in project management- Experience in physical security, construction, civil works, or facility-related projects- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a complex environment- Strong planning and milestone management skills- Experience working in fast-paced, evolving environments with changing priorities- Familiarity with project management tools and reporting dashboards (e.g., Asana)- High level of autonomy, organisation, and accountabilityTechnical Exposure (Preferred):- Basic understanding of physical security systems (CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, perimeter protection)- Experience working alongside construction or infrastructure delivery teamsLanguages:- English (fluent, mandatory)- Spanish or German (preferred depending on location, but not essential)- Additional Information- Candidates do not need to be nationals of the country but must be able to work from the specified locations- The role requires frequent travel across European sites- Experience in large-scale, high-growth environments (e.g., logistics, e-commerce, or similar) is advantageous