Project Manager Wind, Construction – Shetland Isles Based

Job Description

Job title: Project Manager Wind, Construction – Shetland Isles Based

Company: Statkraft

Job description: Company Description

Statkraft is Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power. We have 5,700 employees in 21 countries. We have been making clean energy possible for over 125 years, with unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy.

We are currently looking to recruit a Project Manager based in Shetland to manage our portfolio of wind projects in the Shetland Isles, and strengthen the business area’s Project Delivery Unit. The team is responsible for the project execution of large-scale infrastructure renewable projects of onshore wind in the UK. You will report to the Senior Project Manager within this team.

Statkraft are currently searching for suitable office premises in Lerwick.

Job Description

As a Project Manager; your main responsibilities will be:

• Manage several projects in Shetland at various stages of construction to include organising, leading and ensuring effective management and administration.
• Coordination of project team including external consultants, contractors and service providers.
• Ensure continuous planning and follow up of cost, time and quality & reporting on projects status to senior management.
• The implementation of the Health, Safety, Security and Sustainability requirements and ensure HSSS compliance including Project Health & safety monitoring, reporting & development; including managing planning & environmental permit conditions for the project.
• Ensure internal communication, co-operation and co-ordination between the different staff members and with other parties with interface to the Project (Region, Country and Corporate).
• Ensure efficient and regular project meetings and recording of minutes and agreed actions. This includes (but is not limited to) general internal project reporting, tracking of project spend & progress, tracking of project payments & variations and various project management documentation compilation and maintenance.
• Have good overview of electrical infrastructure and manage interface between civil and electrical BOP (Balance of Plant) and civil BOP and wind turbines.

Qualifications

• University degree in engineering or natural sciences with documented extensive experience.
• Experience in a similar field of managing renewable energy development projects with a proven track record of delivering renewable/large scale infrastructure projects through construction.
• Clear affinity with renewables and ideally relevant working experience in the renewable energy industry in particular the construction processes and environmental assessments of wind, solar and other renewable energy projects.
• Demonstrated experience of having full responsibility for management of project budgets and schedules from early stage development to construction.
• Strong technical understanding of renewable energy technology with experience of contracts and technical appendices for main technology supply contracts.
• Strong communication, relationship building and good management skills including organisational ability and a target oriented; demonstrated ability to prioritise.
• Independent self-starter with a clear ability to manage a large workload, often providing support to processes managed by colleagues, while prioritising tasks and effectively juggling competing deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Currently located in Shetland or willing to relocate or travel there.

Additional Information

Statkraft offers:

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
• Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
• A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
• A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
• Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
• Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
• Hybrid working
• Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation

Expected salary:

Location: Shetland Islands

Job date: Fri, 05 Jan 2024 23:43:34 GMT

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