Company Description
Statkraft is a leading company in hydropower internationally and Europe's largest generator of renewable energy. The Group produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, and gas-fired power. Statkraft is a global company in energy market operations. Statkraft has around 6,200 employees in 20 countries.
The business area European Wind and Solar (E) is responsible for development and ownership of wind and solar assets in Europe. The business area is also responsible for the project execution of large projects in Statkraft, the group procurement function and development of new business opportunities.
We are currently looking to recruit a Solar / Wind Project Manager to strengthen the business area’s Project Delivery Unit. The team is responsible for the project execution of large-scale infrastructure renewable projects of onshore wind, solar and battery storage across UK / Ireland.
Job Description
As a Project Manager, you will lead the successful delivery of solar and wind projects from pre-construction through to completion by:
- Managing project scope, budget, schedule, quality and risk.
- Coordinating internal teams, consultants, contractors and key stakeholders.
- Ensuring compliance with HSE, environmental, permitting and anti-corruption requirements.
- Providing project reporting, governance, documentation and progress updates to senior management.
- Leading tendering and procurement activities, including BoP contracts.
- Coordinating technical design inputs and overseeing site activities as required.
- Using Statkraft systems for project controls, contracts, safety, risk and financial management.
- Supporting continuous improvement and contributing to the wider renewable energy project delivery team.
Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering, Natural Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience delivering renewable energy or large-scale infrastructure projects through construction.
- Strong knowledge of renewable energy technologies, particularly wind, solar and battery energy storage projects.
- Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts and project delivery from development to operations.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage competing deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Project (or equivalent), SharePoint and working knowledge of AutoCAD.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate risks, recommendations, and project updates clearly.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
Additional Information
A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:
- An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
- Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
- A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
- A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
- Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
- Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
- The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
- Hybrid working
Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.
Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.
Business Units: TN – Project Delivery New Renewables
