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Senior Project Manager
Posted 21 hours 45 minutes ago by Vattenfall GmbH
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager for O&M Projects, which is part of Integrated Operation within Generation and our Business Unit Offshore Wind.
The Sr. PM for O&M Projects leads projects categorized as O&M Projects / Special Projects / Fast Response Projects of varying complexity and size. The purpose of the projects is to ensure continued, and potentially improved, operation of our offshore wind asset, and to minimize business disruptions in case of unforeseen events. It is the responsibility of the Sr. PM to ensure a safe project delivery within quality, time, and budget.
Furthermore, the position requires that you, together with the rest of the project management team, prepare the organization and our processes for execution of Fast Response Projects covering HV transmission system and other vital components.
The tasks will be diverse and cover all parts of our offshore wind asset including, but not limited to,
- Larger replacement and repair campaigns of the HV infrastructure, such as export and inter array cables and their auxiliary components.
- Complex technical projects involving high voltage.
- Replacement campaigns of HV SCADA Systems.
- Larger replacement and repair campaigns (electrical or mechanical) on foundations, wind turbines and OSS above and below water.
- Implementation of AEP (Annual Energy Production) upgrades.
The person recruited for this role is expected to be mostly allocated to HV, LV and SCADA projects.
Key responsibilities and activities Prepare- Support in development of the department processes and tools, including our Fast Response Plan and critical spares program.
- Lead the digitalization of processes and tools.
- Support our assets to ensure critical spares availability.
- Improve our Fast response Plan.
- Ensure project delivery is within quality, scope, budget and always with safety as priority.
- Obtain relevant steer co approvals.
- Set up the project organization and request internal and external resources.
- Report key KPIs such as progress, cost, risks, impact and health and safety.
- Ensure that the right solution is being implemented, benefiting the interest of all stakeholders.
- If tendering is part of the project, support the procurement process regarding technical content and align with commercial support on contractual topics.
- Be present on offshore site during execution as required.
- Capture lessons learned and feedback from past projects and disseminate them across the organization.
- Ensure that as built records are stored correctly and all punch list items are closed out.
The Sr. PM is expected to be self driven and proactive, able to rely on and actively seek support from department colleagues and experts across the organization.
QualificationsAs a Sr. PM in O&M projects you must have the following experience and training.
- Bachelor or Master's degree in engineering or a related field.
- Relevant project management experience. Project Management training is a plus.
- Experience with high voltage infrastructure.
- Experience managing complex technical projects involving high voltage within scope, budget and time.
- Ability to lead multi disciplinary teams across engineering, operations, HSE, logistics and external contractors.
- Skilled in risk management.
- Understanding of different turbine platforms.
- Experience with offshore or onshore substations, transmission systems, MV/HV grid infrastructure.
- Relevant offshore industry experience.
- Familiarity with relevant grid codes and international standards.
- Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written.
To succeed and thrive in the role of Sr. PM, you are expected to satisfy most, but not all, of the following.
- Experience from operation and/or construction of offshore wind farms.
- Good understanding of the offshore working environment.
- Basic understanding of commercial and contract management.
You have a strong sense of urgency without compromising safety and quality in a fast paced environment. You have the courage to stop in critical situations while always looking for opportunities to solve problems.
A flexible attitude towards tasks, working hours and travel when required. At Vattenfall we prioritize a sustainable and healthy work life balance, but there will be periods of higher workload.
Personality traits- High degree of self motivation and ability to work independently.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Result oriented and efficient at organizing and prioritizing work.
- Team player with strong communication.
- Ability to work in an international and diverse environment.
- Well organized and structured work approach.
- Curious and engages people by asking, sharing and helping.
- Proactive, can simplify complexity and find a way forward.
- Can do attitude and willing to ask for help when needed.
- Transparent in your work.
Good remuneration, a challenging and international work environment, and the possibility to work with some of the best in the field. You will be working in interdisciplinary teams and can always count on support from committed colleagues. We offer attractive employment conditions and opportunities for personal and professional development.
More InformationWe welcome your application in English by 02/08/2026. Please submit your application via our website only as we cannot guarantee processing of applications submitted through other means. For more information about the recruitment process contact recruiter Adam Hammond at .
Commitment to DiversityVattenfall is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where everyone can succeed on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and services to support all our employees. We strive to provide equal opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, gender identity, expression, religion, disability or sexual orientation.
Company DescriptionVattenfall is one of Europe's largest energy utilities and producers of heat. We operate in Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK. Our strategy is to reduce emissions from power generation with a road map aiming at achieving climate neutrality by 2050.
Vattenfall GmbH
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