Graduate Construction Project Manager (Grid Services)

Company Description

Statkraft is Europe's largest generator of renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power. We have over 5,300 employees in 21 countries. We have been making clean energy possible for over 125 years, with unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy.

Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution.

With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

Preferred course discipline(s): Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering or Sustainable Engineering 

Start Date – September / October 2023 

Fixed Term Contract - 12 Months

Job Description

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.

Your responsibilities:

As a graduate in our Grid Services Projects team, your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensure construction team’s requirements are met for our renewable construction projects at various stages of development and construction to include organising, leading and ensuring effective management and administration of the Project as per the Statkraft Capital Project Model (CPM).
• Coordination of project team including external consultants, contractors, and service providers.
• Reporting on projects status to the Project Steering Committee and to senior management.
• The implementation of anti-corruption prevention (e.g., assess and address risks, training, transparent reporting of incidents, monitoring of contractors) while ensuring that reporting of the project is according to The Statkraft Way.
• Ensure internal communication, co-operation and co-ordination between the different staff members of the Project and with other parties with interfaces to the Project (Region, Country and Corporate).
• Ensure efficient and regular project meetings and recording of minutes and agreed actions. This includes (but is not limited to) general internal project reporting, tracking of project spend & progress, tracking of project payments & variations and various project management documentation compilation and maintenance.
• Support the tendering processes for new projects.
• Manage the inputs from technical design team to finalize the design of the projects.
• Using Statkraft internal tools for payments, project tracking, safety, contract management, risk management etc.
• General contribution to the construction of wind, solar, battery storage & other renewable energy projects competence in Statkraft, including development and maintenance of high environmental and HSSE standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering or Sustainable Engineering degree
• Strong IT skills are essential. Proficient in Microsoft Office programmes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal and relationship building skills are a key requirement of this role.
• Strong attention to detail

Additional Information

Statkraft offers:

• Annual leave linked to tenure up to a maximum of 25 days
• Flexible and Hybrid working.
• Professional and personal development in a company experiencing strong growth
• A positive working environment characterized by expertise, responsibility, and innovation
• A diverse workplace with regard to gender, age and cultural background
• Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation including LinkedIn Learning and inspiring leaderships programs
• Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
• Hybrid working arrangements

Diversity Statement:

Statkraft Ireland is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value diversity. Our people have different strengths, experiences and backgrounds yet share a passion for a future of clean energy.

Our culture is inclusive and down-to-earth - we encourage new ideas and value belonging. We received recognition as one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces in 2023 and want to continue on this journey, through continuous improvement in our culture and our work.

Statkraft Ireland strives to increase participation from traditionally underrepresented groups. If you have a desire to contribute to a renewable future bu