Project Manager (for SCADA Systems) f/m/d

Join our global team as Project Manager (for SCADA Systems) and shape the future of renewable energy. Let’s power progress together! 

Plant Engineering is a part of NCE (Northern & Central Europe) and supports the organisation in installing and servicing a great number of SCADA systems, controlling medium and large sized wind power plants. Our job is to turn groups of wind turbines into a functional power plant unit, according to contractual and regional requirements.

Our customers can mainly be found among larger power supply companies and professional investors.

As Project Manager at Vestas, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the growth of our business. Your responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Project Management: Be accountable for project deliverables based on strategic priorities and goals. This includes maintaining high standards in quality, adhering to schedules, and prioritizing environmental, health, and safety (EHS) considerations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk Assessment and Opportunity Identification: Continuously assess risks and identify opportunities to enhance project outcomes. Your goal is to ensure on-time project completion while maximizing value for Vestas.
• Effective Coordination and Communication: Facilitate seamless coordination and communication between the project engineering team and other stakeholders. Resolve technical issues promptly to ensure effective project delivery.
• Proposal Support: Actively contribute to proposal management during the customer project proposal phase. Identify claims and estimate related expenses accurately.
• Process Improvement and Strategic Initiatives: Contribute to internal process improvement projects. Contribute to strategical initiatives within the SCADA Project Management & Plant Engineering team.
• Market Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with Product Management and Development teams by gathering market requirements. Your insights will have an impact on our product offerings.
• New Business Models Execution: Support the execution of new business models. Stay abreast of industry trends and adapt our approaches accordingly.
• Mentoring and Training: Mentor team members throughout their project lifecycles. Organize and lead training sessions to enhance project management skills.

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

• Educational Background: Completed a university degree in applied sciences, engineering, or business administration or similar background
• Industry Experience: Previous experience in relevant industries, products, or applications is beneficial, not mandatory
• Project Management Certification: Hold a PM certification such as Prince2 Practitioner, PMP, Six Sigma Green Belt, or ITIL 4 foundation is advantageous, but not mandatory
• Technical Background: Technical Background is advantageous, but not mandatory
• Expertise in Project Management: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in using project management methods and tools.
• Stakeholder Management Skills: Proficient in stakeholder management techniques.
• Language Proficiency: Good professional English and German language skills (both verbal and written).

Competencies

Proficiency in your designated tasks is key to thriving in this role:

• Effective Communication: Consistently maintain high-level communication skills.
• Project Leadership: Proven ability to deliver projects, delegate effectively, and practice inclusive leadership.
• Problem-Solving: Exhibit advanced problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• International Collaboration: Demonstrate previous experience with of effective collaboration within teams and proven record of performing effectively as part of international teams that collaborate remotely.

• Strategic Development: Contribution to the strategic development of the department through stretch assignments and strategic initiatives to increase standardization, product efficiency, and improve customer satisfaction.
• Multitasking: Excellent multitasking and project management abilities.
• Organisation: Highly structured and self-organized.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a high-paced and diverse environment.
• Feedback Skills: Ability to give and receive feedback effectively.

What We Offer

We are an international team of skilled and committed colleagues who are all enthusiastic about wind energy. We have a good atmosphere within the department, and everyone is always prepared to support when needed. You will have the opportunity to develop a career in a global company within a very exciting industry.

Additional Information

Primary Work Location: Hamburg or Berlin in Germany.

If this aligns with your interests and qualifications, apply online promptly. The interview process is ongoing, and we will conclude once we have selected an appropriate individual for the role.

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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.