Project Planner

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a impelling cause in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas' core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and join us at Vestas!

Aerodynamic & Mechanical > Tower Module > Tower Project Management

Tower Module is a department part of Vestas Power Solutions (VPS) responsible for research, design, and development of the wind turbines' tower products. Through innovation, development and continuous product improvements, we continuously develop our products and technologies to reduce the cost and ensure integration of renewable energy. Always aiming to deliver the highest possible value to our customers and to Vestas.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinated, implemented, and controlled the project plans/schedules according to Project Mandates, approved Project Initiation Documents and Vestas Governance
• Drive, facilitate, and document planning sessions independently
• Deliver line of sight for the Project Managers (incl. interdependencies/impact, critical paths, S-curves, etc.)
• Gather actual data, update project schedules, and develop accurate schedule forecasts
• Evaluate and identify risks and issues compromising project schedules and develop plans to mitigate them
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and escalate when necessary
• Support, experience, and give input on the delivery of agreed project results within the tolerances for scope, quality, time,cost, risks, and benefits
• Expert in Microsoft Projects / Excel, Power BI
• Good Experience in JIRA

Qualifications

• Master's / Bachelor's in Project Management / Electrical / Mechanical / Any engineering specialization
• 5 years of pragmatic experience as a dedicated Project Planner
• Proficient communication and presentation skills in English, both verbally and in writing
• Know-how from a heavy engineering industry (e.g. energy industry, car manufacturing industry, shipyard industry, construction industry, etc.)
• Experienced user of project planning tools

Competencies

• You have good communication skills targeting the relevant audience in the organization, across cultures
• You are well organized and disciplined in developing projects, with proficiency in English
• You have good understanding of budgeting and why maintenance of project data is important to keep transparency
• You are good and outgoing personality, with great sense of responsibility
• You take joint responsibility for our project team's performance, responsibility for your decisions and speak up when facing challenges and issues
• You communicate upwards, outwards, and downwards in an open, direct, and honest way to ensure full transparency and alignment
• You approach our projects with curiosity and monitor them diligently

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, innovative, motivated and international work environment in the renewable energy sector. We highly value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will become part of a highly professional environment with a high technical commitment.

Additional Information

Your primary workplace will be Vestas India, Chennai

Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 10th May 2024.

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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.

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.