Deputy Project Installation Manager

NKT Cables; Redcar; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to connecting a greener world! As a Deputy Project Installation Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading the installation of high-voltage power cable projects. This dynamic position involves working closely with diverse teams, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and managing subcontractors effectively. You will contribute to innovative solutions in renewable energy while fostering a collaborative environment. If you're a motivated team player with a passion for civil engineering, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in civil engineering, renewables, or linear projects.
• Ability to manage subcontractors effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support installation aspects of projects focusing on safety, quality, and budget.
• Collaborate on contract and procurement management related to installation.

Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Collaborative Attitude

Technical Interest

Project Management

Education

BSc in Civil Engineering

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Industry-recognized Training (CITB)

PM Training or Courses

Job description

Support the installation of our customer projects

Do you want to work directly in our core business with the installation of our delivery projects? As part of the Installation department, you will work in a global and dynamic environment leading the installation of our customer projects.

Drive and lead the installation scope

As Deputy Project Installation Manager, you will support the Project Installation Manager with the installation aspects of our projects, focusing on safety, quality, time, and budget alongside the installation project team.

You will support all activities needed to deliver the onshore installation package, from start-up, planning, and preparation to execution and closure. The team ensures that installation operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, and NKT HSE procedures. Managing subcontractors effectively is crucial, as the projects involve several subcontractors. Additionally, you will:

• Ensure adherence to execution best practices and NKT policies
• Collaborate on contract and procurement management related to the installation budget
• Work with cable system designers, clients, and engineering teams to develop safe and efficient installation methodologies
• Oversee documentation deliveries to the end client
• Capture, analyze, and share lessons learned throughout the project

You will be part of our highly skilled international Installation Team. This role is primarily for our project offices in Perth and/or Inverness; other locations in Scotland may also be considered.

Key qualities include:

Effective communication skills, a collaborative and driven attitude, and a high level of technical interest and responsibility are essential. You should be a self-motivated team player who is service-minded and capable of building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Additionally, your CV should include:

• BSc degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent higher education (HNC/HND)
• Relevant experience in civil engineering, renewables, or linear projects
• Industry-recognized training such as CITB
• PM training or courses are advantageous

Join us connecting a greener world!

NKT is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where people from different backgrounds can thrive and perform at their best. We believe diversity enhances sustainable performance and creates a better workplace.

Please apply via our website by 31 May 2025; recruitment is ongoing. Personality and capacity tests may be part of the process.

For questions about the position, contact the recruiting manager, Emelie Järlid, at [e-mail]. For inquiries about the recruitment process, contact Claire Carney, HR Generalist & Recruiter, at [e-mail]. Due to GDPR, applications via email are not accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application!

About NKT

At our factory in Karlskrona, NKT designs, develops, and manufactures high-voltage power cable solutions that enable the transition to renewable energy. Join a diverse organization at an internationally recognized engineering center with advanced testing facilities, state-of-the-art manufacturing, and the sustainable NKT Victoria cable-laying vessel.

NKT connects a greener world through high-quality power cable technology, facilitating sustainable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has been innovating in power cable technology, supporting infrastructure from the first light bulbs to renewable energy projects today. Headquartered in Denmark, NKT employs 6,000 people, is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen, and reported EUR 3.3 billion in revenue in 2024. We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com