Offshore Service Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. End-to-End Project Delivery

• Oversee the planning and execution of offshore wind projects within the service department.

• Ensure delivery aligned with Vestas' standards for safety, quality, schedule, and cost.

• Apply structured project management methodologies while adjusting to project complexity and maturity.

2. Flexible Deployment Across Projects

• Handle diverse project assignments, including service operations, retrofit programs, or internal improvement initiatives.

• Rapidly assess project needs and mobilize appropriate delivery approaches.

• Support business priorities by stepping into different roles or workstreams as required to ensure overall project completion.

3. Safety & Quality Leadership

• Champion Vestas' "Safety First" culture across all activities.

• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, offshore regulations, and industry best practices.

• Embed quality assurance into all phases of project execution.

4. Customer & Stakeholder Focus

• Act as the primary interface with customers, ensuring alignment on expectations and delivery outcomes.

• Build positive relationships with contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

• Represent Vestas with professionalism and a solutions-oriented mindset.

5. Commercial & Financial Accountability

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.

• Support contract execution, variation management, and claims where applicable.

• Support cost efficiency and protect project margins.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, procurement, logistics, construction, and service teams.

• Coordinate global and regional resources within Vestas' matrix organization.

• Facilitate decision-making across multiple stakeholders and disciplines.

7. Risk & Opportunity Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks in advance.

• Manage contingency planning and issue resolution.

• Capture and leverage opportunities to improve delivery efficiency and customer value.

8. Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Contribute to Vestas' continuous improvement culture by applying lessons learned.

• Support process optimization, digital tools adoption, and new delivery models.

• Share best practices across projects and regions.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrated experience as a Project Manager in offshore wind, renewable energy, or large-scale infrastructure.

• Demonstrated experience delivering projects in at least one of the following:

o Offshore construction/installation

o Wind turbine generator (WTG) delivery

o Service/operations (O&M)

• Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).

• Solid understanding of offshore HSE requirements.

Bonus

• Experience within OEM environments (wind turbine manufacturers).

• Familiarity with Vestas turbine platforms and service models.

• Experience in global or multi-region project delivery.

Key Competencies

Project Execution Excellence

• Solid foundation in project management principles (scope, cost, schedule, risk).

• Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder offshore projects.

Ability to Handle Changing Needs & Versatility

• Comfortable operating in changing environments.

• Ability to pivot between project phases and disciplines.

• Willingness to handle work beyond formal role boundaries.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional, multicultural teams.

• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Customer Orientation

• Focus on delivering value and building long-term partnerships.

• Ability to balance customer expectations with operational realities.

Problem Solving & Decision Making

• Structured approach with a pragmatic, solution-driven approach.

• Professional decision-making in high-stress situations.

Communication

• Clear, structured communication with both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Effective reporting to senior stakeholders and governance forums.

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 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 200 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 39,000 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. 
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