Associate Project Manager

Nkt A/S; Köln; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong safety culture

Global company & Scandinavian culture

Hightech industry environment

Job summary

NKT invites applications for an Associate Project Manager (m/w/d) to support planning, documentation and coordination of energy infrastructure projects. You will work with project directors, managers and international teams at multiple locations, travelling as needed to project sites.

We value a structured, proactive mindset, strong communication and a willingness to handle contract and documentation tasks.

Qualifications

• Completed studies in industrial engineering, engineering, business administration or a comparable discipline; alternative technical or commercial training with corresponding further training.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, controlling and documenting projects
• Coordinate and follow up on work packages and schedules
• Organize, take minutes and follow up on project meetings
• Support with cost, sales and payment monitoring
• Participation in contract, subcontractor and project documentation tasks

Skills

Project management

Cost tracking

Schedule tracking

Documentation

Education

Engineering or Business degree

Tools

PM software

Contract management tools

Job description

Job Location: Cologne, Germany | Troisdorf, Germany

Associate Project Manager (m/w/d)

Actively supporting project management in the international energy environment

Would you like to support projects in the field of energy infrastructure from planning to completion, working closely with experienced project managers and international teams? As an Associate Project Manager (m/f/d), you will take on an important role in the project management of large-scale projects and contribute to the successful implementation of quality, deadlines, costs and safety requirements. How about actively supporting the expansion of the energy transition?

Coordinate project processes and support important processes

In this position, you will support project directors and project managers in the implementation of complex projects. You will work on the planning, documentation, tracking and coordination of various project activities and ensure that internal, contractual and legal requirements are taken into account. In doing so, you will gain insights into different project phases and work together with various departments as well as external partners.

Your tasks are:

• Support in planning, controlling and documenting projects
• Coordination and follow-up of work packages and schedules
• Organizing, taking minutes and following up on project meetings
• Support with cost, sales and payment monitoring
• Participation in contract, subcontractor and project documentation tasks

You will work closely with project directors, project managers, contract managers and financial controllers. The assignment takes place at our project locations as well as at the respective NKT locations. Project-related travel activities can be part of the role.

Structured personality for complex project environments

You work in an organized, reliable manner and keep track of several topics at the same time. You are characterized by strong communication skills, a sense of responsibility and a careful way of working. You appreciate working with different teams and stakeholders and approach tasks in a solution-oriented manner. You are also willing to familiarize yourself with new topics and actively contribute to the success of the project.

You will also bring with you:

• Completed studies in the field of industrial engineering, engineering, business administration or a comparable discipline; alternatively, technical or commercial training with corresponding further training
• Professional experience in project management or project-related environment
• Knowledge of project planning and project documentation
• Understanding of contract and project processes
• Knowledge of cost and deadline tracking
• Experience in working with interdisciplinary project teams

Supporting the energy transition through successful infrastructure projects

We want to create a working environment where people from different backgrounds are valued, supported and can develop their potential. We are actively committed to more gender diversity at NKT and welcome applications from people with a wide range of experiences and life paths. Even if you don't meet every single requirement, we would like to strongly encourage you to apply. We believe that diverse teams contribute to better results and create a positive work environment.

You can expect an international working environment with a wide range of development opportunities. By working with experienced project teams, you can continuously expand your professional and personal skills and gain valuable experience in the implementation of complex energy infrastructure projects.

"As a manager, it is important to me to promote people who want to take on responsibility, work in a structured way and implement high-quality projects together with the team. This role offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience in project management and actively contribute to the success of our projects," says Hiring Manager, Philipp Reffke.

Note: For better readability, the generic masculine is used in this job advertisement. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.

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What we offer:

• Strong safety culture
• Global company & Scandinavian culture
• Hightech industry environment

Project Manager

Maria is a project manager in large customer projects. She and her colleagues always look for new ways forward to reach the goals and search for good solutions for our customers and NKT. She mentions that when you start as a newcomer at NKT, everyone is very open minded and willing to help.

About NKT

Join a diverse and international team within NKT's Grid Solutions business, supporting the delivery and operation of reliable power grids worldwide. We deliver HVAC onshore cable systems and provide specialist service for AC and DC cable systems onshore and offshore. As a global organisation with operations across Europe, Australia, the United States, and the Middle East, Grid Solutions works closely with customers around the world and across the full lifecycle of power cable systems.

At NKT, we are all Connectors. We connect to develop leading power cable technologies that enable the world's transition to renewable energy - and we stay connected to grow as people and professionals. As a company, NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and plays a key role as the world moves towards clean energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling reliable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology, building the infrastructure from the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today.

NKT is headquartered in Denmark, operates from more than 30 countries worldwide, and employs 6,500 people globally. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.6 billion in 2025. NKT - We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com