Lead Project Manager

Be responsible for delivering one of the most exciting offshore wind portfolios in the NCE region. We’re looking for a Lead Project Manager based in Warsaw to execute a rapidly expanding and strategically important project pipeline. You’ll collaborate with global teams while leading complex, large-scale projects from planning to completion. For highly qualified candidates, this role can be elevated to a Senior Project Manager position, offering even greater responsibility and influence within Vestas.

Region NCE and Global Offshore > Customer Project Execution, NCE > Project Management East

Vestas is an international, fast‑growing organisation seeking an experienced Project Manager to help our continued success. Within Global Offshore Project Execution, we oversee all aspects of project management, execution, and construction for offshore wind projects across the world.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full offshore wind project lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery on time, within budget, and to agreed scope, safety, and quality standards
• Oversee all execution activities from contract signature through site completion, operational readiness, and handover to Service
• Build and manages a fit‑for‑purpose project organisation aligned with Vestas’ standard structure, ensuring effective coordination across customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams
• Oversee daily project governance, including planning, progress tracking, performance management, and preventive risk mitigation
• Ensure compliance with Vestas project management systems, HSE requirements, and quality standards while encouraging continuous improvement within the team
• Manage subcontractor performance, resource allocation, and collaboration to maintain a productive and integrated project environment
• Act as either overall Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager depending on pipeline and profile, capable of stepping into full leadership responsibility when required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (civil, construction, mechanical, electrical, wind energy) or a related technical discipline
• 3–5+ years of project management experience in construction or other capital project environments (offshore wind experience is an advantage)
• Professional project management certification (PMP, IPMA, PRINCE2 or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of power generation concepts, terminology, and industry practices
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within cross‑functional and global teams
• Commitment to high ethical standards, integrity, and professional conduct
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and fluent in English

Competencies

• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and guide team members effectively
• Demonstrated intercultural awareness and capability to lead and align diverse, global teams
• Skilled at navigating stressful or conflict situations with diplomacy and professionalism
• Customer‑oriented mindset with a solution‑driven approach
• Ability to understand and oversee project financials, promptly addressing deviations
• Open‑minded, collaborative, and engaged in sharing and gathering information within the team
• Committed to maintaining a robust safety culture and high quality standards

What we offer 

We offer an exciting job with significant opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, progressive, and international work environment in the sustainable energy sector. We value initiative, responsibility and creativity.

Additional information

The preferred location for this role is Warsaw, Poland.

Aarhus or Copenhagen in Denmark may be considered as alternative locations.

This role involves regular travel, up to 80 days per year, typically averaging a trip every two weeks for one to two nights.

Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 25/03/2026.

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 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.