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11 January 2024 Chennai, TN, IN Professional

Type of position Job Family Requisition ID

Full-Time Project Portfolio 47405
Management
Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a driving force in the development of the wind power
industry. Vestas’ core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and maintenance
of Wind Turbines. Come and join us at Vestas!

Applications, Controls & Electrical > Control Hardware > Control HW Project Management

The Control Hardware Project Management consists of a group of highly experienced and diverse Project
Managers and Planners who work across platforms, technology, and legacy portfolios.
The department is part of the Control Hardware organization which delivers the turbine Hardware
infrastructure including Electronics, Cables, Sensors, Panels, and Power supplies. We have a significant
focus on continuous improvements and seek to optimize the way we work. The department has a mix of
Technology development and Project execution

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinated, implemented, and controlled the project plans/schedules according to Project Mandates,
approved Project Initiation Documents and Vestas Governance

Drive, facilitate, and document planning sessions independently

Deliver line of sight for the Project Managers (incl. interdependencies/impact, critical paths, S-curves, etc.)

Gather actual data, update project schedules, and develop accurate schedule forecasts

Evaluate and identify risks and issues compromising project schedules and develop plans to mitigate them

Communicate effectively with stakeholders and escalate when necessary

Support, challenge, and give input on the delivery of agreed project results within the tolerances for scope, quality,
time, cost, risks, and benefits

Expert in Microsoft Projects / Excel, Power BI

Good Experience in JIRA

Qualifications
 Master's / Bachelor's in Project Management / Electrical / Mechanical / Any engineering specialization

5+ years of pragmatic experience as a dedicated Project Planner

Proficient communication and presentation skills in English, both verbally and in writing

PRINCE2, PMP, or similar project management certificate

Know-how from a heavy engineering industry (e.g. energy industry, car manufacturing industry, shipyard industry,
construction industry, etc.)

Experienced user of project planning tools such as JIRA

Competencies

You take joint responsibility for our project team's performance, responsibility for your decisions and speak up
when facing challenges and issues

You communicate upwards, outwards, and downwards in an open, direct, and honest way to ensure full
transparency and alignment

You approach our projects with curiosity and monitor them diligently

Actively and passionately with a focus on cooperation, stakeholder management, and "what is best for Vestas"

What We Offer

We offer an opportunity to be part of a solid team in an exciting business with very good products,
supporting Vestas' overall mission. The working environment in Control Hardware is informal but with clear
direction. You will be part of an effective matrix organization split between line management, technical
leadership, and project execution.

Additional Information

Your primary workplace will be Vestas India, Chennai.

Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to
the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 28th February 2024.

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 173 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 29,000 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.

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