Lead Site Manager

Requisition ID:  66662
Location(s): 

Aarhus N, Region Central Jutland, DK

Work experience:  Professional
Type of position:  Full-Time
Job Family:  Field Operations

 

Vestas Factory

Would you like to work in the most sustainable company and #powerthesolutions with us? Are you willing to work on offshore projects within a vibrant international environment? We are looking for an Offshore Installation Site Manager - a professional, who has experience in large-scale construction projects, with solid supervision background. If you think this role can be a match for you - apply immediately!

 

Region NCE > Customer Project Execution > Pre-Installation Site Management

Welcome to Offshore Pre-installation Site Management. In this team, we coordinate and manage the execution of offshore projects, with an intensive focus on all pre-installation site activities. Our objective is clear: we deliver with precision, prioritizing safety, quality, and on-time execution to facilitate effective project completion

 

Responsibilities

  • Support and substitute the Pre-installation Project Manager, especially in new or remote markets
  • Lead daily site operations, managing contractors and resources to maintain team efficiency and motivation
  • Facilitate workflow implementation and ongoing enhancement in production processes
  • Navigate complex project environments, adapting to new markets, cultures, and evolving business needs
  • Ensure safe, timely, and budget-compliant delivery of pre-installation activities, meeting all safety and quality standards
  • Oversee resource planning, contractor coordination, and effective communication with project stakeholders
  • Promote a motivated, solution-oriented approach, ensuring team collaboration, training, and alignment with HSE and Zero Harm principles

 

Qualifications

  • Electrical or Mechanical Engineering background
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Site Manager or Supervisor
  • Previous experience working within the wind industry
  • Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, models and methods as well as process safety standards and local legislation
  • Ability to obtain and hold GWO and country specific Construction Medical check certification
  • Proficient in Office 365 and SAP, with solid IT literacy
  • Fluent in the English language, both spoken and written

 

Competencies

  • You are a motivated and team-focused professional who puts a great emphasis on safety
  • You have solid analytical skills while also being able to balance responsibilities and prioritise workloads
  • Ability to influence, both within a team and as a collaborator
  • Skilled in conflict and crisis management, while also being able to stay professional in time-sensitive situations
  • Management, human resource and intercultural skills
  • You empower and motivate the team around you. Identifying and utilising team members skills, knowledge, and experience
  • Good time and project management skills

 

What we offer

We offer a fulfilling job in a rapidly growing international company with ample opportunities for professional and personal development. We provide an inspiring environment with the aim to become a global leader in the offshore wind market.

 

Additional information

Primary work location: Denmark or UK.

Expected number of worldwide travel days: 180 days per year.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. We reserve the right to amend or withdraw our jobs at any time. Your CV and cover letter should be in English.

You can apply online by 31/10/2025 by clicking on the “Apply Online” button at the top or bottom of this page.


Our commitment to a fair hiring 
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness. 

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is 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, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. 
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