Project/Subcontractor Manager - In-Orbit Services
Pubblicato il 30-08-2026 - D Orbit in Bardi
ppAre you ready to take your career to new heights?
At D-Orbit, we're pioneering the future of space logistics and transportation.
Established in ****, our company has been at the forefront of helping businesses unlock the full potential of the final frontier—profitably and sustainably.
/p pAs a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of highly skilled individuals, all driven by a shared passion for innovation and excellence.
So, if you are passionate about space and ready to take your ambition to new heights, join us in our global mission to push the boundaries of what's possible!
/p pThe role will see you leading the planning, execution, and delivery of projects—including the management of subcontractors—to achieve agreed objectives within scope, time, budget, and quality standards.
Act as the central coordinator across internal teams and external subcontractors, ensuring alignment, compliance, and value delivery to clients and stakeholders.
/p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liDefine project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
/li liDevelop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
/li liSecure approvals and resources for project initiation and execution.
/li liMonitor progress against milestones, adjusting plans as needed.
/li liEnsure deliverables meet quality, technical, and contractual standards.
/li liIdentify, evaluate, and onboard subcontractors based on project requirements, capacity, and compliance.
/li liNegotiate and manage subcontractor agreements, ensuring alignment with project scope, legal, and regulatory requirements.
/li liMonitor subcontractor performance, deliverables, and adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
/li liProactively identify and mitigate risks related to subcontractor dependencies, including delays, quality issues, or scope changes.
/li liServe as the primary liaison between subcontractors and internal teams, facilitating collaboration, resolving conflicts, and escalating issues as needed.
/li liAct as the primary point of contact for clients, sponsors, and stakeholders, providing regular updates and managing expectations.
/li liTrack and control project budgets, costs, and forecasts, including subcontractor?related expenses.
/li liOptimize resource allocation (internal and external) to maximize efficiency and profitability.
/li liMaintain comprehensive project documentation, including subcontractor agreements, change logs, and governance records.
/li liCapture lessons learned and drive process improvements for future projects.
/li liFoster a high?performance culture, ensuring accountability and results across all teams (internal and subcontracted).
/li /ul h3Required Skills Experience /h3 ul liBachelor's degree in Engineering, Management, or related field.
/li liMinimum 2–3 years of experience in project management.
/li liTrack record in managing multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
/li liProven ability to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
/li liExperience in subcontractor selection, contract negotiation, and performance management.
/li liRisk and issue management – strong skills in anticipating and mitigating risks.
/li liFinancial and commercial acumen – budgeting, cost control, contract management.
/li liStakeholder management – negotiation, influencing, and client relationship-building.
/li liCommunication and reporting – clear, structured, and persuasive at all levels.
/li liProblem?solving and decision?making – handling complexity and ambiguity effectively.
/li liTechnical awareness – understanding of engineering requirements.
/li liDeep knowledge of AI tools.
/li /ul pWe offer a base salary range of €38,000–€48,000 gross per year for this role, depending on experience and location, plus a performance?based variable component.
Final offer may vary based on overall fit and internal equity.
/p h3Additional Benefits /h3 ul liMeal vouchers.
/li liWellhub platform, offering a wide range of fitness, wellness, and wellbeing services.
/li liSerenis platform, including unlimited individual psychotherapy, nutrition, and coaching sessions.
/li /ul h3Hiring Process /h3 pHere's how our hiring process works—simple and straightforward: /p ul liApplication review: We go through all applications, but we'll only reach out to candidates who closely match what we're looking for.
If you don't hear from us, it means we're not moving forward with your application at this time, but we may consider your profile for more aligned openings in the future.
/li liFirst chat: Selected candidates will have an initial meeting with the people team so we can get to know each other and talk through mutual expectations, motivation for change and goals.
/li liTechnical interviews: Next, you'll have one or two technical interviews, focused on your skills and how you approach challenges relevant to the role.
/li liOffer: If all goes well, we'll send you an offer!
Sometimes this stage can take a bit of time, as we like to carefully consider each candidate and make sure the fit with the team is just right.
/li /ul pWe do our best to get back to everyone we interview, but sometimes things take longer than we'd like and updates might be a bit slow.
If you've got any questions, just reach out to us!
/p pWe're excited to get to know you and see if you might be the next person to help us shape the future of space!
/p h3Extra?UE Applicants /h3 pThis is NOT a full remote job, so you need a visa to work in Italy.
At this time, we can only consider applicants who already have the legal right to work in the country where the role is advertised.
/p pSome activities must be carried out in our facilities, many others are location?independent, and they can be performed effectively even remotely.
This is why we don't measure the performance of people by how many hours they spend at the office: we only measure the outcome.
/p pAt D-Orbit, diversity and inclusivity are not just values, they are integral to our mission and the way we operate.
We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and celebrated for their unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not only the right thing to do, but it also leads to better decision making, innovation, and overall success.
We actively strive to build a culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, and where all voices are heard and valued.
We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone is given equal opportunities to grow and excel.
We believe that our differences make us stronger, and we will continue to work diligently to create an inclusive culture at D-Orbit that reflects this belief.
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