Senior Project Manager AC Onshore (m/f/d)

Execute high-voltage cable projects with excellence
Join a company that contributes directly to the green transition by delivering high-quality cable systems for sustainable energy infrastructure. As Project Manager (m/f/d) at NKT, you will be part of a team specialising in high-voltage land cable projects, ensuring the efficient transmission of energy. This role offers the opportunity to work in an international environment, manage complex turnkey projects, and collaborate with diverse teams across locations. You will play a key role in ensuring project execution meets technical, financial, and contractual targets.
Do you want to be part of a company contributing to the energy transformation?
Manage complex cable projects from start to finish
In this role, you will be responsible for skillfully managing high-voltage land cable projects, including leading project teams both on-site and in the office. You will oversee all phases of project execution, from planning and coordination to contract negotiation and budget control. Your work will directly support the delivery of reliable energy infrastructure.
Your responsibility will be to:
• Professionally manage high-voltage land cable projects
• Lead and coordinate project teams across locations
• Monitor budgets, schedules, and technical performance
• Conduct contract negotiations with clients and subcontractors
• Ensure quality and compliance throughout project execution
You will report to the Head of Project Management AC Onshore and collaborate with teams across Germany and internationally. The role is based in Cologne with approximately 20% travel.
Experienced project manager with international exposure
We are looking for a person who thrives in a structured environment and enjoys working with diverse teams. You are skilled in managing complex projects and navigating contractual frameworks. You value collaboration and bring a solution-oriented mindset to your work. Your ability to communicate clearly and coordinate across functions will be crucial for delivering project objectives.
You also have:
• At least 8 years of experience in turnkey and supply projects, including contract and claim management
• Background in technical and financial project oversight
• Degree in engineering or a related technical field
• Fluency in German and English; additional languages such as Dutch or Romanian are a plus
• IPMA certification
Enhance the energy infrastructure
NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We are highly motivated to establish gender diversity at NKT and encourage all interested candidates to apply – even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.
This role offers opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and collaboration in an international setting. You will be part of a team that values transparency, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement. At NKT, you will contribute to meaningful projects that support the energy transition and help build a more sustainable future.
"As a leader, I value clear communication, responsibility, and a collaborative mindset. This role offers the chance to work on impactful projects and grow within a supportive team,” says Hiring Manager, Christina Köpcke.
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We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 15th of November. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. If you have any questions about the role, you are very welcome to contact Hiring Manager Christina Köpcke at Christina.Koepcke@nkt.com. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Dejan Zegarac at Dejan.Zegarac@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.
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About NKT
At the factory in Cologne, NKT is designing, developing and manufacturing the high-voltage power cable solutions enabling the Energiewende and the global transition to renewable energy. Here, you will join a diverse organization at an internationally recognized engineering center at a state-of-the-art power cable factory.
NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and takes centre stage as the world moves towards green energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology building the infrastructure for the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and employs 6,000 people. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.3 billion in 2024. We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com
Cologne, DE, 51061
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