Project Management & Execution Manager

Description:

The Project Management and Execution Manager plays a critical leadership role in driving the successful delivery of complex projects across the organization.

This position is responsible not only for project execution but also for the management of multidisciplinary teams, resource allocation, and performance oversight.

The ideal candidate will bring strong project delivery capabilities combined with proven people management and leadership experience in a project-oriented environment.

This role requires a strategic mindset, a hands-on management approach, and the ability to lead by example while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

At Netafim, we’re not just leading the smart irrigation industry — we’re driving real change on the ground.

The Project Management & Execution Manager role offers a unique opportunity to make an impact: lead complex, cross-functional projects, collaborate with global and local teams, and shape the project execution framework that delivers real value — for our customers, and our organization.

We’re looking for someone who brings a powerful blend of hands-on execution and strategic thinking — a leader who knows how to manage people with empathy, deliver projects with precision, and connect planning to action.

If you’re ready to combine your passion for leadership with purpose-driven work, and want to be part of a team that values collaboration, impact, and innovation — we’d love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership

• Oversee the full project lifecycle from initiation to closeout, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Define and communicate clear project goals, success criteria and milestones.
• Prioritize projects based on business impact, resource availability, and risk assessment.

People and Team Management

• Lead and manage cross-functional project teams, including internal staff, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Supervise, mentor, and support project managers, engineers, and coordinators within the unit.
• Conduct performance evaluations, identify training needs, and support career development within the team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Execution Oversight

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and in compliance with organizational and legal standards.
• Manage the allocation of human and technical resources to optimize team efficiency and output.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks, risks, and stakeholder concerns promptly.

Stakeholder and Client Engagement

• Serve as the key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate high-level communication and reporting to executive leadership and clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.

Operational Excellence

• Implement and uphold project management standards, processes, and tools across the unit.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of organizational project delivery frameworks.
• Manage budgets, contracts, change orders, and quality assurance in collaboration with relevant departments.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing teams and overseeing complex projects value - min $5marownd the world
• Experience in construction / agriculture or similar industries.
• Demonstrated experience managing direct reports and leading large, multidisciplinary teams.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies (PMI, PRINCE2, Agile).
• Proven experience managing project budgets, procurement processes, and contract negotiations.

Leadership & Competencies:

• Strong leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to motivate, develop, and retain high-performing staff
• Strategic thinker with the ability to manage both details and the bigger picture
• High level of initiative, ownership, and organizational awareness
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Preferred Certifications:

• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• PRINCE2 Practitioner
• Agile/Scrum certifications (if applicable to the organization’s methodologies)

Success Metrics:

• High team performance and retention
• Successful delivery of projects to schedule, budget, and scope
• Positive stakeholder and client feedback
• Effective risk mitigation and problem resolution
• Compliance with corporate and industry standards