Join us to apply for the Project Manager role at RINA. RINA is currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join its office in Genova, Roma, or Napoli within the Aerospace & Defence Division. Mission We're hiring a Junior Project Manager to support the delivery of complex projects in the Space and Defense sectors. The selected candidate will work primarily at our clients' premises, contributing to the coordination and monitoring of project activities to ensure objectives are met on time, within scope, and within budget. The Junior Project Manager will operate in a dynamic, highly technical environment, interacting with multiple stakeholders — including clients, RINA teams, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors. The role involves supporting planning activities, aligning resources, tracking progress, and resolving operational issues, ensuring smooth communication and effective collaboration across all parties. Key Accountabilities Support the development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and deliverables. Coordinate day-to-day activities and monitor project progress to ensure timely delivery. Act as a liaison between clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clear communication. Assist in defining resource needs, assigning tasks, and supporting team coordination. Contribute to budget tracking and cost control throughout the project lifecycle. Identify project risks and support the implementation of mitigation actions. Ensure compliance with quality standards, contractual requirements, and client expectations. Maintain accurate project documentation and contribute to regular reporting activities. Education Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (General) or Master’s Degree in Management Engineering. Qualifications 1-4 years of experience managing medium-complexity projects or multiple projects simultaneously, with a strong track record of delivering on time, within budget, and within scope. Solid knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and resource coordination across disciplines. Proven ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary project teams, assigning tasks effectively based on skills and roles. Good understanding of engineering principles and ability to collaborate with technical experts to ensure accurate integration of technical inputs. Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera); familiarity with engineering tools is a plus. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills. English proficiency at B2 level. Core Competencies Promote sustainable development by keeping promises and acting as a role model. Manage emotions by recognizing and regulating reactions. Pioneer change by embracing and benefiting from new circumstances. Build networks by establishing trust across departments and outside the organization. Make effective decisions by prioritizing activities and managing resources. Address the way by understanding different situations and reinterpreting them. Think forward by translating experiences into future action plans. Maintain client intimacy by understanding and fulfilling client needs and expectations. Earn trust by considering others' opinions and remaining open to diversity. RINA is a multinational company providing services across energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business covers the entire project development process, from concept to completion. At RINA, we foster a work environment where everyone is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and creating a respectful, safe workplace free from discrimination or harassment, compliant with Italian Law n. 68 / 99. Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full-time Job function: Project Management, Consulting, Engineering Industries: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Environmental Services, Information Technology & Services Referrals can increase your chances of interviewing at RINA by 2x. Set job alerts for “Project Manager” roles. Location: Greater Naples Metropolitan Area J-18808-Ljbffr