Join our dynamic team as a Commissioning Project Manager and be in charge of bringing cutting-edge projects to life. Are you ready to spearhead the commissioning process, ensuring seamless execution and optimal performance? If so, then Vestas has an opportunity for you! You can be based anywhere in the UK or North Central Europe.
Region NCE > SBU NCE Construction & Operations > Offshore Project Com
The Offshore Execution team is anchored within the department of Installation & Commissioning NCE. The team consists of multiple sub-functions, each tasked to deliver Pre-Installation, Installation & Commissioning packages. By assignment to the offshore construction, you are responsible for leading the project execution scope. To continuously develop our Commissioning Project Management team, strengthen our vision and growth plan we are looking for the next Offshore Commissioning Project Manager (CPM). This is a role encompassing all aspects of Commissioning Project Management with a lead responsibility and accountability for health and well being, safety & environment compliance, programme delivery, commercial cost & control incl. a solid quality management across the scope of commissioning.
Responsibilities
- Championing health, well-being, environmental safety, with a robust understanding of construction regulations, advocating for a safety-first culture on-site
- Possessing financial expertise in budgeting, cost awareness, and purchase order management. Cultivating a culture of continuous cost improvement to enhance contribution margins
- Engage in negotiating internal priorities and responsibly collaborating with support functions and departments to ensure a unified system-based project management approach
- Demonstrate leadership and engagement, ensuring continuous improvement and maintaining professional quality through effective collaboration with colleagues, suppliers, customers, and stakeholders
- Maintain a motivational demeanour, inspiring your team by cultivating a collaborative project management culture, while remaining optimistic and encouraging even in challenging circumstances
- Champion the Vestas values of Simplicity, Collaboration, Accountability and Passion ensuring genuine communication skills with all stakeholders and project management team
- Support continuous growth and development of the Commissioning Management by supporting new initiatives and embracing change inwardly to the department and outwardly to our stakeholders
Qualifications
- Experienced in Commissioning with a comprehensive grasp of mechanical, electrical, and marine engineering across various sectors, preferably offshore renewables but open to all industries
- Previous experience overseeing medium to large-scale projects as a project/site manager, managing cross-functional and cross-cultural teams, with experience in troubleshooting and problem-solving environments
- Possess project management expertise (e.g., IPMA, PMI, PMBOK) with practical knowledge and experience in stage gate model processes
- Demonstrated strong communication skills and experience in engaging with diverse stakeholders across various levels
- Familiarity with interpreting diverse HSE legislation at local and international levels, ensuring adherence to legal and contractual requirements across standards, norms, codes of practice, and guidance
- Extensive expertise in hazardous energy control standards and safe work system principles, specifically in alignment with EN50110-1&2, the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, and Wind Turbine Safety Rules (WTSR)
- Proficient in essential PC skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Basic understanding of Primavera or MS Project and familiarity with SAP is advantageous
- Fluent in English
Competencies
- Proficient structural skills and adeptness in managing complex projects
- Disciplined and well-organised with a solution-oriented mindset, continuously aiming for best practices and enhancements
- Competent in risk management
- Capable of maintaining positive customer relationships and skilled in negotiation to achieve win-win outcomes
- Understanding and respect for the maritime environment, including coastguard operations, shipping, and seafaring
- Proficiency in interpreting marine forecasts and understanding wind over tide principles
- Familiarity with power generation terminology and language
- Solid Communication and Stakeholder Management skills, able to map stakeholders and establish priorities impactful on commissioning success.
What we offer
We offer a great project management position where every day is exciting and moved by continuous change and opportunities, an inspiring environment to work for the global leader in sustainable energy solutions. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy. You'll become a part of an international environment with commitment to sustainability and safety and you will work amongst the best colleagues who look after and support each other.
Additional information
Primary work location: The ideal candidate can be located anywhere in the UK, Germany, Denmark, or Poland
This position requires up to 90 days travel per year.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 25.04.2024
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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.
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