Site Manager (w/m/d)

Vestas; Arnhem; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas is seeking a Site Manager (Onshore) to lead installation sites across the NCE region, ensuring safe, high‑quality, and on‑time execution. You will organize site activities, manage resources, and coordinate with multiple stakeholders to deliver complex wind-energy projects.

The role requires strong leadership, construction management knowledge, and fluent English, with German as a plus. Travel up to 180 days per year is expected; the position is based in the Netherlands, Denmark, or

Qualifications

• Qualified in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering desirable.
• Experience in the construction industry is an advantage.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; German is a strong advantage.
• Strong knowledge of construction management processes, methods, and practices.
• Strong leadership and intercultural communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications (e.g. GWO, construction medical).

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage construction sites with focus on safety, quality, budget, and time.
• Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships and ensure clear communication.
• Ensure all documentation and reporting requirements are delivered accurately and on time.
• Promote and enforce Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards; manage non-conformities.
• Oversee construction activities, coordinating teams and subcontractors.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, resolve issues, ensure contractual and legal compliance.
• Foster a positive work environment and represent the company professionally.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project scheduling

Risk management

Communication

Microsoft Office

GWO certification

Education

Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

GWO certification

Job description

Region NCE and Global Offshore > Global Offshore CPX > NCE Onshore CPX Installation Site Management Team 3

Join a dynamic onshore construction team and play a key role in delivering large‑scale wind energy projects across the region. As a Site Manager (w/m/d), you’ll lead site operations, ensuring safe, high‑quality, and on‑time execution while working with diverse stakeholders. This is a great opportunity to take ownership in a fast‑paced, purpose‑driven environment shaping the future of renewable energy.

Region NCE and Global Offshore > Global Offshore CPX > NCE Onshore CPX Installation Site Management Team 3

Within Vestas Wind Systems, the Construction department in Northern & Central Europe (NCE) is responsible for delivering construction projects safely, on time, within budget, and in line with required quality standards.

The Installation & Commissioning (I&C) department, as part of NCE Construction, manages the pre‑installation, installation, and commissioning of wind turbines for both onshore and offshore projects across the region.

Within I&C, the Site Execution Management department holds overall responsibility for the operational delivery of all construction sites in NCE, achieved through the deployment and support of skilled and motivated Site Managers who lead site activities and ensure successful project execution.

Responsibilities

As the Site Manager (w/m/d), Onshore Installation, your main responsibility will be the organisation of construction sites with the focus on safety, quality, budget, and time, as well as to

• Plan, schedule, and manage site resources in line with project timelines, budget, scope, and assumptions
• Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships and ensure clear communication
• Ensure all documentation and reporting requirements are delivered accurately and on time
• Promote and enforce Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards, including compliance and non‑conformity management
• Oversee construction activities, coordinating teams and subcontractors to ensure safe and high‑quality execution
• Monitor progress, manage risks, resolve issues, and ensure contractual and legal compliance
• Foster a positive work environment while representing the company professionally to both internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• A qualification in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering is desirable
• Experience in the construction industry is an advantage, though not essential
• Strong knowledge of construction management processes, methods, and practices
• Good understanding of the full construction lifecycle
• Familiarity with process safety standards and relevant local legislation
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Proficiency in spoken German is a strong advantage
• Results‑driven and safety‑focused, with a strong commitment to high standards
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands
• Effective at influencing stakeholders, both independently and collaboratively
• Capable of handling conflict and crisis situations while maintaining professionalism under pressure
• Demonstrates solid leadership and people management capabilities
• Culturally aware, with strong intercultural communication skills
• Good time and project management skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to obtain and maintain required certifications (e.g. GWO, construction medical)

What we offer

We offer and exiting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring environment at a global wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions.You will become part of a highly professional environment with a clear technical commitment. You will get a unique opportunity to influence the building of complex projects and your own position in an informal and rapidly development environment..

Additional information

You can be based in, Netherlands, Denmark or Germany

Expected travel: up to 180 days per year

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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 200 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 39,000 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.