Senior Project Manager/Project Director - Energy

Company Description

Do you thrive in an international team of deeply engaged engineers? Are you excited about participating in some of the largest infrastructure projects in Europe? Do you want to contribute actively to the green transition?

​If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Energy department as our new ​Project Director​ and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future. 

​As our new project director in our energy unit, you will be part of a growing team with highly experienced members in Norway. We conduct studies, FEEDs and detail engineering for major energy companies in Norway. Our services include offshore, electrification, waste-to-energy, biofuel, carbon capture, hydrogen and e-fuels. As a senior project manager your most important role is to lead the technical and commercial team to reach the project objectives within scope, time, quality, and budget constraints, and through this become a trusted advisor to our clients.

Your key responsibilities will be: 

• ​​Portfolio manager for multidisciplinary projects within Transmission, Distribution and Renewable energy in Energy Norway and globally and responsible for the portfolio meeting the planned expectations. 

• ​Project Owner and Project Manager for studies, FEEDs and detail engineering, this includes but is not limited to being an active project owner, mentor for project managers and actively participates in project meetings with clients and prospective customers.

• ​Team leader of project managers, project support personnel, including competence development, PDP-processes, resource allocation and Health and Safety.

• ​Support the strategy and business development of Energy in Norway, including client meetings and tender preparation.

• ​Project management office supporting the larger project-portfolios, assuring that all projects in this portfolio mobilizes according to the agreed project execution plan and frame agreement manual.

• ​Define lessons learned, and continuously improving portfolio execution models including the tools and systems that supports the model, in order to ensure continuous improvement. This also includes maintaining and updating the resource base.

​Ramboll is the 4th largest engineering, design and consultancy company in Norway. You will be part of a highly skilled and dedicated team of power system engineers delivering solutions for DSOs, TSOs and developers of renewable energy. We are growing significantly at the moment, and you will therefore be able to have direct influence on defining our strategy. We aim to be the preferred supplier of power system engineering consultancy services for TSOs, DSOs and renewable energy developers within a timeframe of just 2 years.

​From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

​These include:

• ​M.Sc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent 
• ​Min. 10+ years of experience managing and leading Transmission & Distribution grids, substations etc. projects 
• ​Experience with early phase development and project implementation 
• You have experience with electrical infrastructure
• You have significant project management experience – preferably within a similar role
• You enjoy building strong relations to clients and convey your technical knowledge in a convincing way
• You have excellent communication skills in Norwegian and English (verbal and written)

• ​Investment in your development 

• ​Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles 

• ​Be valued for the unique person you are 

• ​Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects 

• ​The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company 

​Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.​ 

​​Ready to join us? 

​Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.

​Deadline: 28/04/2024 

​Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.​ 

​​About Ramboll 

​Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow. 

​Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do 

​We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process.​ 

Additional Information

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