Senior Project Manager – Technical & Commercial Focus

Asia
Sri Lanka
Colombo
Full time
Permanent
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An exciting opportunity has arisen at Peterson Solutions at Colombo, Sri Lanka for SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – TECHNICAL & COMMERCIAL FOCUS.

As a Senior Project Manager – Technical & Commercial Focus, you will lead a global project focussed on supporting various suppliers globally to reach Verified Deforestation-Free (VDF) project goals, while driving business development efforts. This role is critical in managing client relationships, ensuring project excellence, and expanding our services within the region. The ideal candidate should be an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong technical and commercial background.

Are you passionate about sustainability, skilled in project management and have technical and commercial expertise and do you want to be part of our international network? Then we are looking for you!

Tasks and responsibilities

Senior Project Manager for Verified Deforestation-Free Project

  • Serve as the single point of contact for the client, maintaining strong, professional relationships.
  • Manage technical discussions and align Peterson Solutions with client protocols and requirements.
  • Act as a bridge between different divisions within the company, ensuring seamless coordination.
  • Oversee budgets, timelines, and verification processes to ensure project delivery aligns with client expectations.
  • Manage the engagement with approximately 150 suppliers ensuring compliance with protocols and maintaining clear communication.
  • Follow up with clients regularly to strengthen relationships, address concerns, and provide updates on progress.
  • Ensure invoices are sent to clients on time and maintain a commercial overview of all project-related financials.
  • Collaborate closely with the project coordinator to ensure operational success and technical accuracy.
  • Provide regular updates, reports, and overviews of project performance to internal and external stakeholders.

Business Development

  • Identify and pursue business opportunities with global brands, their local offices, and major suppliers.
  • Build and nurture relationships with potential clients to expand Peterson Solutions’ service offerings.
  • Follow up on leads, craft proposals, and negotiate contracts.
  • Stay informed of market trends, competitor activities, and client needs to position Peterson Solutions as a preferred partner in sustainability services.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental science, business, or a related field.
  • Fluency in English is required; additional languages are a plus.
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in project management, sustainability, or business development roles, preferably with exposure to global brands or supply chain projects.
  • Proven ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and client relationships.
  • Strong understanding of deforestation-free initiatives, sustainability certifications, or related protocols.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
  • Commercial acumen with a track record of identifying and securing business opportunities.
  • Proficient in project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite

Our Company

Peterson Solutions is the advisory division providing pragmatic and hands-on solutions to your challenges. We support companies in achieving their sustainability goals by assisting them in defining their sustainability policies, reducing their environmental footprint and identifying potential sustainability claims and defining them accordingly.

Our values drive our business and our people demonstrate these attributes in all that they do. We are looking for candidates that act with integrity, demonstrate the highest level of service quality, are resilient, have an adaptive mindset and are committed to working safe, with long term view and sustainability. If you have these qualities, then we look forward to welcoming you to our global family!

Disclaimer: Please do not expect our team to respond if you do not meet the specified requirements.

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