Pioneering Project Management Opportunity in the Energy Sector

On behalf of our client, we are looking for an experienced Project Manager, who will work on the Tyrrhenian Link project. 
The Tyrrhenian Link is one of the most important energy infrastructures in the entire Mediterranean. The connection will improve the electricity exchange capacity, promote the development of renewable sources and the reliability of the grid.

Project value: Above 250MEUR
Scope: Full EPCI
Complexity: New products/technology/methods, many interfaces and large subcontracting scope, unbalanced contract conditions, medium to high commercial challenge
Location: Oslo
 
The Senior Project Manager (SPM) serves as the operational leader of the Tyrrhenian Link project, taking responsibility for one or more projects. Due to the matrix organization of project management, the SPM must ensure excellent communication and information flow at the intersection of vertical and horizontal axes. It is crucial for the SPM to lead effectively from a distance and inspire the project team, which may be dispersed across various locations and involved in execution activities at different plants and sites. Consequently, the Senior Project Manager is expected to handle larger, more complex, and commercially significant projects successfully. 

Areas of responsibility
Ensure that project are executed in line with the mandate given - according to Contract requirements and Clients as well as internal expectations (QHSER, sales, cost, margin, cash, time, phasing). There is also expected effective use of the Project Model and internal procedures, including profitability requirements. In addition, provide input upon request to allocated tenders for aspects relating to Project Management.
 
Project Execution:

• Obtain an as optimal project execution as possible in accordance with the Project Model, including identifying and managing risks and opportunities
• Organize and lead the project in order to achieve the best possible co-operation between the involved units and team members
• Ensure effective use of the resources to meet internal and external requirements – also taking people management in priorities
• Be overall responsible for intercompany agreements and dedicated sub-contracts
• Report to Client according to Contract requirements
• Report status including deviations to  the Project Director and the Steering Committee leader on a monthly basis – including but not limited to – planning and progress, the technical issues, procurement/subcontracts, construction, finance, invoicing, QA, HSE, Risk, legal conditions and personnel conditions
• Report to the Steering Committee whenever deviations or need for changes to the given mandate (contract, budget, schedule, resources) arise
• Provide input to the overall resource planning from the project (provide correct forecast for manhours)

Expected results
Manage the assigned project to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with the required quality that meets agreed specifications, all while complying with HSE standards. Effective prioritization between projects and activities is crucial for the optimal use of personnel. Achieving these goals leads to satisfied clients, improved processes, motivated teams, and high professional standards.
 
Requested Competencies and Qualification

• University degree MSc, BSc - or equivalent competence
• Minimum 15 years of relevant industry and operational EPCI experience
• Minimum 5 years experience as Project Manager, proven project management and team leader skills and experience
• Strong economical, anticipate and offset financial risks
• Excellent commercial abilities, anticipate and offset legal risks
• Ability to understand Clients and competence to deflect and/or adjust approaches based on client personality and cultural expectations
• Ability to reduce friction and/or lead improvement plans related to any internal coordination and/or collaboration deficiencies (teams, sites, functions)
• Fluent English, oral and written – proven communication skills

Applicants will be continuously contacted and the position might therefor be filled before the application deadline. 
 
Jefferson Wells has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in all the aspects of our business. We want to reflect the diversity of the population and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
 
If you have any questions regarding the position or the process, please contact:
Leader Engineering Oslo Joel Hamré : 473 56 755 / Joel.Hamre@jeffersonwells.no
or
Advisor Lars Hekneby: 928 38 118 / Lars.Hekneby@jeffersonwells.no