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Project Manager

Vestas is hiring a Project Manager in Tokyo, Japan. Level rates it ; you can apply on Vestas.

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  • On Level's scale, this project manager role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
  • Tools and skills the posting cites include project management, risk management and stakeholder communication.
  • Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
  • Level lists 673 other open roles at Vestas.
  • The role was posted within the past two weeks.

AI in this role

Support large-scale offshore construction projects by managing schedules, risks, stakeholders, and project deliverables.

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Describe the Department

 

Do you have good project management skills, and would you like to join a project organisation working with large-scale offshore construction projects? Do you thrive in a role where you will work on your own initiative and cooperate with various stakeholders? Are you motivated by being part of a professional environment with a solid technical focus? Then, Vestas might have the opportunity for you.

 

Global Customer Project Execution - APAC > Project Management

 

Welcome to our Offshore Project Management team

You will be part of our Offshore Project Management team in Global Offshore Customer Project Execution - APAC which comprises a team of highly motivated colleagues, supporting project execution of offshore wind turbines across the globe, with our focus being on the Asia Pacific region.

 

In addition to project execution, our team also supports the rest of Vestas' value chain with our knowledge of construction projects and consequently, many of our tasks also require cross-organisational collaboration.

 

 

Responsibilities

 

You will be working closely together with the Senior Project Manager to ensure that projects run smoothly and are delivered on time, to budget and to the required safety and quality standards. You and the Senior Project Manager will agree on which activities and sub-projects you will be involved in, e.g. communication and alignment with stakeholders, budgeting, risk and planning exercises and you will have the authority to act on the Senior Project Manager’s behalf when needed. The key words in this role are support, coordination, oversight, interfacing, tracking & control, risk identification, escalation, project requirements and priority focus.

 

Your tasks will include:

• Support and assistance to the Senior Project Manager in every aspect of planning, preparation and execution of the project throughout the entire project life cycle;

• Assignment of tasks to project team members or other internal stakeholders;

• Assessment and management of risks;

• Coordination of project deliverables incl. ensuring that deadlines are met;

• Updating internal and external stakeholders on progress.

 

Qualifications

 

We expect that you have three to five years of experience in working with large-scale projects combined with a relevant degree within engineering, project management or similar. You have a good product understanding and awareness as well as risk management competencies and commercial acumen. As a person, you can keep the overview of large-scale projects, and it is key that you have great interpersonal skills enabling you to handle customers and internal stakeholders in a professional manner.

 

Competencies

 

We expect that you:

• Hold a relevant education (e.g. engineering or project management background);

• Have good product understanding and awareness;

• Have good contractual understanding;

• Have good communication and English skills;

• Thrive in a multicultural environment;

• Are a collaborative person who is also able to work on your own;

• Are willing to take on new tasks and highly motivated.

 

What We Offer

 

We offer an interesting opportunity to work with offshore wind projects in the Asia Pacific region, while working collaboratively with a skilled team of experienced colleagues in Global Offshore Customer Project Execution. In addition, we offer great opportunities for professional and personal development, a broad interface with many stakeholders and the opportunity to apply your skills to optimise Global Offshore Customer Project Execution processes.

 

Our commitment to a fair hiring.

 At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

 

DEIB Statement

 
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

 

BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD

 

 
It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process

 

About Vestas

 
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings. 

How we rate this

Project Manager at Vestas rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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