Decommissioning Project Manager

RWE AG; Coventry; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. is hiring for a permanent, full-time role in Coventry to shape offshore wind decommissioning strategies, governance and delivery models across the global portfolio.

You will work in the Project Delivery team under the Decommissioning Lead, coordinating stakeholders, cost, schedule and risk, and developing intelligent, sustainable solutions for life extension, repowering and end-of-life planning.

Qualifications

• Completed degree in Engineering, Marine Operations, Project Management or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience delivering complex engineering, infrastructure, offshore energy or marine projects.
• Strong project management capability covering planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, governance and project delivery.
• Commercial awareness with experience in procurement, contract management, supply chain engagement and business case development.
• Ability to build trusted relationships and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to health, safety and environmental performance.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English.
• Willingness to travel internationally and undertake offshore/site-based work.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of decommissioning strategy, governance frameworks and delivery models across the global portfolio.
• Coordinate development of future decommissioning capabilities across technical, commercial, operational and regulatory functions.
• Act as a key interface between internal teams, regulators, JV partners and contractors.
• Lead and support decommissioning studies and projects, including contracting strategies and cost/schedule oversight.
• Support management of decommissioning liabilities, cost estimates and financial planning inputs.
• Develop strategic supply chain relationships while supporting procurement and capability development.
• Contribute to asset life extension, repowering and end-of-life planning by integrating decommissioning into lifecycle decisions.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and value through circular economy approaches.

Job description

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Coventry, COV, GB, CV4 8PB London, City of London, GB, EC2R 8HP Swindon, Wiltshire, GB, SN5 6PB

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

The first generation of offshore wind farms is entering a new phase. As the industry addresses the opportunities and challenges of life extension, repowering and decommissioning, you’ll help RWE develop a world-class decommissioning capability that supports the long‑term sustainability of our global portfolio.

Working within the Project Delivery team and as part of a matrix team led by the Decommissioning Lead, you’ll shape the strategies, governance frameworks, supply chain relationships and delivery models that will underpin future decommissioning activities. This is a rare opportunity to help define industry best practice and contribute to the next stage of offshore wind’s evolution.

RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment - we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. Even if you don't have all the above skills, need flexible working arrangements or other adjustments not yet listed here, we'd love to hear from you.

An offer of employment in this role may require holding active or ability to pass National Security vetting to SC level. Failure to obtain and or maintain National Security Vetting to SC may result in the removal of job offers and or existing employment.

About the role

• Support the development and implementation of RWE’s offshore wind decommissioning strategy, including governance frameworks, delivery models, standards and processes across the global portfolio.
• Coordinate the development of future decommissioning capabilities across technical, commercial, operational and regulatory functions, embedding decommissioning considerations throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Act as a key interface between internal teams and companies, including Offshore Wind, Generation and Nuclear, as well as regulators, joint venture partners and contractors.
• Lead and support decommissioning studies and projects, including contracting strategies, risk management and oversight of cost, schedule and performance reporting.
• Support the management of decommissioning liabilities, cost estimates and financial planning inputs to enable robust decisions and business cases.
• Develop strategic supply chain relationships while supporting procurement activities, market engagement and capability development.
• Contribute to asset life extension, repowering and end‑of‑life planning by integrating decommissioning into long‑term asset lifecycle decisions.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, improved efficiency and circular economy approaches that enhance value and sustainability.

Job requirements and experience

• Completed degree in Engineering, Marine Operations, Project Management or a closely related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience delivering complex engineering, infrastructure, offshore energy or marine projects.
• Strong project management capability covering planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, governance and project delivery.
• Commercial awareness with experience in procurement, contract management, supply chain engagement and business case development.
• Ability to build trusted relationships and influence technical, commercial, operational, regulatory and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance.
• Excellent communication, presentation and relationship management skills, with strong written and spoken English.
• Strategic and solution‑focused approach to working in collaborative, multidisciplinary and international teams, with willingness to travel internationally and undertake occasional offshore and site‑based work.

Advantageous, but not essential

• Experience in decommissioning, asset life extension or end‑of‑life asset management.
• Additional language skills, particularly German.

Any questions? Contact HR: Marie Bennell, [e-mail],
We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too. #LI-MB1
We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters
As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, Japan and Korea. We have already 18 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years’ experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long‑term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to the energy world of tomorrow.