Associate Project Manager
shell · The Hague - C16 ·
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Project management
- Experience
- 2+ years
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The Organisation:
Information & Digital Engineering (IDE) serves as IDT’s digital delivery and capability engine for Shell, Delivering Digital Solutions, Driving Competitive Outcomes. Our mission is to deliver cutting-edge digital solutions that drive competitive advantage and support Shell’s Powering Progress strategy. We manage the full lifecycle of technology development and digital solution delivery across Shell, generating substantial value through innovative products, projects, and programs. The digital technologies we implement enhance efficiency and transform the way Shell operates every day.
Our teams work in close alignment with Shell’s business units and functions, forming “natural teams” that blend deep technical expertise with business acumen to deliver impactful outcomes.
The Delivery Management (DM) horizontal plays a critical role in strengthening project, program, and product management capabilities. It ensures seamless end-to-end delivery, aligns with business-focused delivery verticals, and provides flexibility in delivery capacity. DM offers team members a strong connection to specific business domains, fostering both domain expertise and delivery excellence. This is achieved through consistent application of refined Project Delivery Framework (PDF) standards and collaborative ways of working with Delivery Verticals.
Additionally, the DM capability supports delivery assurance, tools, standards, processes, and frameworks, as well as Project Management Office (PMO) functions—offering a comprehensive environment for professional growth and impactful delivery.
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An Associate Project Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and executing individual projects or a group of related initiatives to fulfil defined business objectives and deliver measurable value. This role involves coordinating and leveraging the necessary resources and expertise to ensure successful delivery within established constraints of budget, schedule, and quality. The Associate Project Manager typically leads small to medium-sized projects that are of low to moderate complexity and risk, and is accountable for the following key responsibilities:
• Oversee all phases of the project lifecycle from planning to closure.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including internal staff and external vendors.
• Manage scope and changes to ensure delivery within time, cost, and quality targets.
• Develop and track financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with budgets.
• Execute stakeholder communication and change management plans.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks early, and escalate as needed.
• Apply Shell’s project management standards, including IT controls and risk management.
Special Challenges:
• Build trust with stakeholders, resolve conflicts, and communicate difficult messages with solutions.
• Prioritize work for maximum value using the VADA framework and clearly articulate benefits.
• Manage and communicate delivery risks, keeping them within acceptable limits.
• Ensure decisions follow governance protocols and are properly documented.
• Align stakeholders across all phases of delivery for consistent support.
• Conduct assurance reviews per the Delivery Assurance Review framework.
• Make timely decisions even with limited information.
• Empower and motivate teams by removing obstacles to progress.
• Collaborate effectively in a global, virtual, and outsourced environment.
• Tailor communications to suit different stakeholder audiences.
Skills & Requirements:
• 4-year bachelor’s degree in IT or related field.
• 2+ years of IT experience with project leadership responsibilities.
• Experience with Waterfall & Agile methodologies;
• strong understanding of Agile framework
• Proven ability to lead Agile projects and guide stakeholders through Agile practices.
• Familiar with project management tools and methodologies.
• Demonstrates leadership behaviours, promoting empowerment & transparency.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred; Agile certifications/training also desirable.
• Experience in implementing Services and associated controls required.
• Experience in Finance management and reporting required.
• Experience in Managing projects involving business and technical change required.
• Experience working in larger programs preferred.
• Experience in SAFE preferred.
• Experience as Test Manager preferred.
• Experience as scrum master preferred.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.
To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…
• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity
Flex work
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you in finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
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