WTG Package Manager

Who are we?

Parkwind N.V. is an independent green energy company that develops, finances, and operates offshore wind farms. With more than a decade of experience and 771 megawatts under operational management, Parkwind has four operational windfarms in Belgium and is currently developing projects in Germany (Arcadis Ost 1 – 247 MW) and Ireland (Oriel Windfarm – 330 MW). Parkwind's global ambitions include several international joint development partnerships and pioneering R&D projects.

Parkwind is committed to making green energy available and affordable for everyone through its unique approach covering the entire value chain of offshore wind, establishing Parkwind as a reliable and competitive partner to communities, governments and suppliers globally .

Composed of over 120 professionals operating from offices in Belgium and Ireland, Parkwind consolidates the offshore wind energy activities of its Belgian shareholder Virya, owned by the Colruyt Group and Korys.

Work alongside some of the world’s leading offshore energy experts. Learn, grow and develop together with our independent company. Join us in building a sustainable future.

Parkwind is continuously looking for motivated employees who want to grow and develop together with the company. For the development of our future offshore wind farms, we are currently looking for a passionate wind turbine (WTG) package manager.

Your role:

As a WTG package manager, you will develop and build utility-sized offshore wind farms in Europe and beyond as part of a core project team. Within the project team, you lead and manage the scope of the wind turbine package, which consist of:

Mapping out tender strategies and organize tenders for Turbine Supply and Turbine Maintenance Contracts
Coordinating and Leading contract negotiations with turbine suppliers and vessel owners for key contracts within the project.
Identifying and managing the interfaces between the WTG package and other packages of the project
Contributing to building financially strong business cases for offshore wind farms and helping to bring the projects to financial close.
Identifying human resource needs from other departments for the execution of the WTG project scope
Managing, in close cooperation with the relevant Parkwind departments, the resolution of any technical, commercial, contractual, or legal matter related to the wind turbine package.
Ensuring and Enforcing compliance with Parkwind Employer Requirements, processes, policies and philosophy
Proactively identifying, quantifying and managing project risks
Securing the implementation of Lessons Learned, taking the lead in capturing new Lessons Learned and ensuring cross-package cooperation and knowledge sharing
Seek and strive for continuous improvement, including cross-packages optimization
Being proactive on Safety and Quality and taking initiatives to secure and increase the Safety and Quality standards within the internal and external activities
Actively participating in project Management Team Meetings and providing input to the monthly Board Meetings
Maintaining a good and strong working relationship with the WTG contractor and the contractors’ project team
Acting as the formal commercial interface towards various contractors
Closing out of the project and ensuring a smooth handover to the Operations & Maintenance department

Your profile:

Master’s Degree and professional qualification in relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/Marine Engineering)
5 years’ experience in project management of utility-scale projects.
Experience in offshore wind energy is a plus.
Proven experience in managing contracts for utility-scale projects
Proven ability to build and maintain a good working relationship with suppliers and contractors
Quality and Safety mindset with knowledge of QHSSE legislation associated with construction projects
Fluent knowledge of English, written and spoken (other languages are a plus)
You are a motivated team player, diligent and possess a high integrity
You are able to combine theory with practice
You are pro-active and have a problem-solving attitude
You are able to manage your own workload and meet demanding timelines
You are able to travel regularly (within and outside Europe)
Being open to expatriation is a plus

We offer:

A position in a flexible work environment
A job with an international character in a growing sector and growing company
A challenging function with responsibilities
The opportunity to manage projects from A to Z
An attractive remuneration combined with an extensive package of extra-legal benefits (including group insurance, hospitalization insurance, 13 RWT (ADV) days,…)
A comprehensive training and learning package

Interested?

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