Project Manager and Planning

GEOSPATIAL PROJECT MANAGER – D&I at Planetek Italia Join to apply for the GEOSPATIAL PROJECT MANAGER – D&I role at Planetek Italia About Planetek Italia Planetek Italia is a leading Italian company in the field of geospatial technologies and Earth Observation solutions, with more than 30 years of experience in transforming satellite, aerial, and drone data into actionable insights. We operate across multiple sectors—including environmental and land monitoring, smart cities, open government, defence and security, scientific missions, and planetary exploration—supporting public institutions, private organizations, and international agencies in managing complex spatial challenges. Our expertise spans geospatial data analytics, on‐board software for satellites, ground segment systems, Spatial Data Infrastructures (SDI) compliant with INSPIRE, and cloud‐based SaaS platforms designed to support decision‐making in dynamic and mission‐critical environments. Among our flagship innovations is Rheticus, an award‐winning cloud platform that delivers continuous and automated geospatial monitoring services. We believe in creating technologies that help organizations better understand the world, make informed decisions, and contribute to a more sustainable and secure future. The challenge of a "Geospatial Project Manager – D&I" at Planetek Italia We are seeking a dedicated Geospatial Project Manager to oversee geospatial projects from conception through to completion. As a Geospatial Project Manager in the Defence & Intelligence sector, you will play a key role in managing and developing geospatial and Earth Observation services for defence, intelligence, and security stakeholders. You will work in a strategic and highly dynamic context, managing national and international projects in complex operational environments, while collaborating with highly skilled and motivated teams. Your responsibilities Manage the full lifecycle of geospatial projects, from small‐scale initiatives to large‐scale, multi‐stakeholder programs within the D&I market. Ensure proper planning, monitoring, and control of project timelines, budgets, quality standards, and risks, coordinating internal and external resources. Conduct regular project reviews, monitoring technical deliverables, quality benchmarks, and alignment with contractual and operational requirements. Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals for tenders and opportunities in the defence/intelligence domain. Maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and institutional stakeholders to ensure project alignment with operational needs and strategic objectives. Your background Proven experience in project or program management within the geospatial, defence, intelligence, security, or Earth Observation sectors. Ability to interpret complex operational requirements, define scopes of work, estimate effort, plan resources, and produce technical and commercial documentation. Knowledge of geospatial data, GIS/EO software, geoinformatics workflows, or enterprise geospatial systems. Fluency in Italian and English is required. So you must be able to Define and execute project management plans tailored to the Defence & Intelligence sector. Engage effectively with institutional and industry stakeholders to understand operational scenarios and ensure alignment of project outcomes. Participate in defence‐specific procurement processes, contributing to technical‐commercial proposals and tender documentation. Identify and mitigate project risks in fast‐paced, evolving environments. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, optimizing priorities and resources to meet strategic objectives. Your main office will be in Bari, but you will work predominantly in a remote‐first model, with frequent opportunities to travel internationally. We are always looking to hire the best talent and recognize that diversity in our experiences and backgrounds makes us stronger. We believe that our people should continually acquire knowledge and skills, so we are committed to providing you with everything that can help you grow, including books, workshops, conferences, and training. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Project Management and Information Technology Industries Space Research and Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Planetek Italia by 2x J-18808-Ljbffr