Associate Project Manager (f/m/d)

Do you want to play an active role in shaping the energy future? At Vestas, you can! 

As the global leader in wind energy, we drive innovation to create a more sustainable world. With us, you will take on responsibility, grow both professionally and personally, and work in an environment that encourages collaboration, courage, and fresh ideas. 

Would you like to contribute your expertise in an international environment? At Vestas, you’ll find exciting projects, modern ways of working, and real opportunities to make an impact. 

Take the next step and start your journey as Associate Project Manager (m/f/d).

Construction is responsible for preparing, installing, commissioning and finally handing over wind farms to our customers. Working closely together with the customer and other stakeholders is a key parameter to ensure this happens safely, cost-effectively and with a high-quality standard.

Your benefits – because your commitment counts! 

• Start & Perspective: Structured onboarding program and a permanent employment contract with long-term prospects 
• Development & Expertise: Varied work in a forward-looking industry and individual opportunities for professional growth 
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Overtime account, option to work from home up to 8 days per month, 30 days of vacation plus Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve off, and the option for a sabbatical 
• Add-Ons: Business bike, gym allowance, company pension plan, Germany-wide train ticket (Deutschlandticket) 
• Team & Culture: Scandinavian-inspired with flat hierarchies, informal culture, and strong team spirit 

Your responsibilities – here's where you can get involved!

• Support/Substitute PM on execution projects (e.g. own workstreams within projects)
• Support Management Team & lead internal improvement projects 
• Assignments in other functions to broaden Vestas know-how
• Take over own projects with guidance from experienced PM
• Develop into full PM by working increasingly independently

Your profile – what makes you a great fit!

Qualifications:

You have a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree within Engineering, Business Administration, Finance or similar. You could have a commercial background combined with technical understanding or a technical background combined with strong commercial understanding. In addition:

• At least 2 years of experience in Project Management is preferred
• Good business acumen/analytical skills and good understanding of the value chain
• Ability to keep the overview and think ahead, but also to appreciate the operational aspects
• Good IT skills and Experience with the Microsoft packages, SAP, BI or equivalent EPR knowledge
• Fluent German and good English skills, both written and spoken, round off your profile

Competencies:

• Customer focused and solution-oriented
• Strong ability to overview the financial aspects of projects and act on deviations
• Proven ability to work both independently and in teams in an environment with tight deadlines
• Open-minded and good at sharing and gathering information within a team
• Willing to travel (20 %)

What we offer

We offer an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, dynamic, high performing and international work environment in the sustainable energy sector. We highly value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions.

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.

BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD

 
It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process

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 185 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 30,000 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.