Construction Project Manager, Wind, Solar and BESS

We are looking for a Project Manager within Construction for our Wind, Solar and BESS business. In this position you will strengthen our Nordic Project Management Team and be part of delivering pre-engineering and construction of multi-million investment projects.

About the role

We are seeking someone experienced with complex infrastructure projects, preferably with experience from solar, wind or BESS construction projects. You will collaborate closely with development, procurement, engineering, asset management, and external partners ensuring to deliver our strategic projects safely on time & budget. The role is located in a dynamic Construction department at Fortum, where we are accountable for large solar and wind projects from investment decision to end of life. You will be an essential team member executing the strategy and supporting in developing the project from a pre-engineering phase all the way to finalizing the construction on site. 

We believe in fostering a vibrant team spirit and we maintain a low-hierarchy environment that values and encourages the opinions and contributions of each team member. Your voice will be heard, your ideas will be valued, and together, we will drive innovation and excellence in the renewable energy sector.

In this position, your main responsibilities will be the following: 

• Report to the General Project Manager the progress of the projects.
• Manage large scale solar, wind or BESS projects, starting from pre-engineering activities, through construction and until hand over to operations.
• Develop and control/monitor of contracts with suppliers and service providers.
• Execute projects with responsibility for budget, risk, quality, scheduling and controlling according to Fortum’s Project management model.
• Contribute in developing Project management processes.
• Report and communicate of Key Performance Indices.
• Leadership of the projects multi-disciplinary team.
• Collaborate and build relationships with the development, engineering, procurement & asset management teams to support projects in all phases.
• Taking the role of Safety Coordinator in planning phases of projects (Finland) with support of the HSE manager.

About you

For this role, we need someone who takes initiative and follows through with a strong focus on quality. You'll lead by example, fostering a collaborative and open environment. Being organized and structured is crucial for managing tasks in a fast-paced setting. Strong communication skills will help you work effectively with diverse teams and suppliers. Above all, a passion for teamwork and the ability to adapt to a multicultural, dynamic environment are essential.

Besides the above, we see that you bring the following background: 

• Approximately five years of relevant experience in Project or Technical Management within the wind, solar or BESS industry. Experience with large-scale solar and BESS projects is a plus. 
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in engineering, or equivalent technical project management experience gained from work life.
• Strong technical understanding within relevant fields.
• Experience of leading technical projects and expert teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Experienced in MS-project or similar project management tools.
• Strong project management skills, including scope management and timeline adherence preferable with PMP or IPMA certificates.
• Fluency in written and spoken English & Finnish, as you will handle a lot of documentation in local language.
• Willing to travel both domestically and internationally to project sites when the project requires it.

We offer you

You will have first-row seats to the international renewables market and its dynamics through the vantage point of one of the largest energy companies in the Nordics. You will be a part of a tightly linked team and department, that values a safe and friendly working environment, where wellbeing is emphasized. You will have the possibility to challenge yourself, develop and learn new skills and expertise by collaborating with top experts while also bringing your own experience to the table, and forming personal connections with wonderful people. More information about our culture and benefits can be found here.

Interested?

Submit your CV in English at latest on March 2nd. We start contacting suitable candidates already during the application period. If you have questions and would like to hear more about the position, please contact Sara Carlsson via email at sara.carlsson@fortum.com. Please include the message subject “Construction Project Manager - your name” while emailing.

To be selected for the position, the applicant must go through background clearance and a health examination including drug testing.

We are Fortum

Fortum is a Nordic energy company. We generate and deliver reliable energy to our customers and the Nordic energy system while at the same time helping industries decarbonise their processes and grow. Our core operations comprise efficient and best-in-class low-carbon power generation, customer services, and heating and cooling. Fortum’s power generation is already 99% from renewable or nuclear sources with one of the lowest specific CO2-emissions in Europe. We are guided by our ambitious SBTi-validated emission reduction targets on our way towards net-zero by 2040. For our ~4,500 employees, we commit to be a safe and inspiring workplace. Fortum's share is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. fortum.com