Senior Project Manager (Technical Investments)

At Fortum Recycling and Waste, we are Rethinking Recycling and leading the way towards a revolution of materials. Solving problems is in our DNA and our mission is to remove hazardous substances from circu­lation and transform waste streams back to essential sustainable raw materials. Our role is to find solutions for our customers’ environ­mental and waste challenges to enable circu­larity of materials. 

Our Investment Execution team within Operational Excellence focuses on growth and productivity investments in recycling and waste management, particularly in metals, plastics, ash and slag. We strive for innovation and efficiency, and we’re looking for a Senior Project Manager to help us achieve our ambitious goals.

Location: Flexible within Fortum Recycling and Waste offices in Finland

About the role

As a Senior Project Manager in our Operational Excellence team, you will manage technical investments from the execution decision to operational handover. You will lead multiple investment projects simultaneously, ensuring they align with our strategic objectives. Your expertise will also extend to supporting business development efforts by preparing new investment proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage technical investments throughout their lifecycle, from decision-making to operational integration.
• Secure safe work environment prior, during and after investment execution as well as keep agreed time schedules and budget.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of project managers, field experts, external and internal stakeholders to reach successful results.  
• Participate in business development initiatives, contributing to the preparation of investment proposals.
• Train and mentor team members in project management best practices.
• Support the development of investment proposals and participate in steering groups.
• Continuously improve our processes and methodologies related to investments.
• Oversee investments primarily located in Finland and Sweden with potential projects across Europe.

About you

To succeed in this position, you will have:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in a relevant field; Project Management Certification preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in project management, particularly in technical or investment projects.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects across different phases and locations.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• You speak and write English fluently, other languages are an advantage.
• You have a readiness to travel.

We offer you

• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a forward-thinking company.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on sustainability and innovation.

Interested?

If you are an experienced project manager ready to make a meaningful impact in the field of recycling and waste management, we want to hear from you!

Submit your application by 24th November at the latest by clicking on "apply". We start contacting suitable candidates already during the application period. More information can be given by Manager, Operational Excellence Anders Sandberg, tel. +358 504-129699 or Anders.Sandberg@fortum.com

To be selected for the position, the applicant must go through background clearance.

At Fortum, we are committed to building diverse teams where everyone feels included and is treated equally.

Fortum Recycling & Waste

Fortum Recycling & Waste has operations in the Nordics, the UK and Rwanda consisting of environmental waste management services, hazardous waste treatment and operations and maintenance expertise for powerplants as well as material recycling services including solutions for batteries, plastics, metals, and ash and slag waste streams across Europe.