Commercial Project Manager (m/f/d)

Nordex Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

HSA with employer contribution

FSA

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Nordex Group is seeking a Commercial Project Manager to oversee the financial health of complex wind energy projects from handover through completion. You will act as the project CFO, delivering forecasts, tracking revenue and costs, and ensuring the accuracy of reporting to support profitability.

You will collaborate with project teams, cost owners, and accounting to manage cash, risks, and opportunities, while upselling Nordex values of integrity and ownership across global operations.

Qualifications

• The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• MBA strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of business finance experience focusing on financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting.
• Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities for complex issues.
• Ability to identify financial risks and inform management with contingency plans.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel modeling skills.
• Experience with JD Edwards is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the single point of contact for the project’s financial profile and performance.
• Track revenue, cost, and margin changes throughout project execution.
• Maintain the Project Report with forecasts, actuals, risks and opportunities.
• Prepare monthly forecast proposals for the Project Manager and Cost Owners.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to understand cost impacts and profitability.
• Coordinate with accounting for reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Understand and communicate project risks and opportunities.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel modeling

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Risk management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

MBA

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Chicago, IL, US, 60606 West Branch, IA, US, 52358

Do you want to be part of an agile team where colleagueship truly matters?

As a global company, we interact with a variety of people and cultures. Integrity, Respect, Colleagueship and Ownership are the unifying force for all departments and regions around the world. It’s the individual that defines the team. And it’s the team that makes the difference. Join the #TEAMNORDEX and shape the future of energy with us.

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of Commercial Project Manager is crucial in supporting the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. By acting as the Project’s “Chief Financial Officer,” you will ensure the financial health and performance of a project. You will report, forecast, protect, maintain, and improve financial performance, including cash management, from handover from Sales through execution and completion. This directly impacts the company’s ability to produce and maintain renewable energy solutions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Act as the single point of contact for the Project's financial profile and performance.
• Track and explain revenue, cost, and margin changes throughout project execution, from the initial to the final forecast.
• Maintain and administer the “Project Report”, the internal financial reporting document of the Project (update forecast, actuals, risks, opportunities, and more).
• Track and analyze the progress of project costs and revenue recognition ensuring accuracy according to project execution progress.
• Prepare the monthly forecast proposal for the Project Manager and Cost Owners.
• Work together with the Project Manager to understand cost impacts and influence Project profitability.
• Track and explain monthly forecast changes.
• Understand and communicate project risks and opportunities.
• Plan, invoice, and timely collect cash from customers, in close coordination with PM.
• Process guarantees and payment securities under the project and ensure timely return or release of such.
• Act as the Cost Owner for all commercial/financial cost items of a project, acting as an interface between the Finance Department and the Project Team.
• Consolidate, analyze, and report Project CM (and its historical development) as well as further exposure to Project CM from risks and opportunities, ensuring the stability of CM development by the usage of contingencies and provisions.
• Analyze actuals, and purchase orders to estimate the cost to complete in coordination with the Cost Owners (Materials, Logistics and Site) and Project Manager.
• Review, challenge, and approve project figures before submission.
• Coordinate and work closely with accounting for accuracy and efficiency of reporting.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

WHAT YOU HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance required.
• MBA strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of business finance experience, with emphasis on financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities where problems are complex.
• Ability to identify areas of financial risk, inform management, and develop contingency plans.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel modeling skills.
• Strong computer literacy required to stay updated with current analytical tools and to monitor business performance.
• Experience with JD Edwards platform is a plus.
• Thrive in a work environment with continuous change and diverse challenges.
• Skilled communicator with strong written and verbal abilities, capable of summarizing trends into concise operational reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with all levels of the staff.
• Positive and professional attitude and strong leadership skills.
• Nordex seeks to employ qualified, fiscally responsible individuals in sensitive positions within the company. Therefore, all candidates who are selected for employment at Nordex for a position that regularly engages in handling credit cards, cash, or other company funds must undergo a credit check.

Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
• Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
• Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

The pay for this role is exempt at $105,000.00- $120,000.00 annually with up to a 10% bonus. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

We believe our employees are our greatest assets at Nordex. In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable we offer you a total rewards program* designed to recognize and reward the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our team members. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package that aligns with our core values ofRespect, Integrity, Colleagueship, and Ownership.

Financial Benefits

• Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
• Medical & Pharmacy Insuran ce with multiple options to best meet your needs
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Student Debt Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement

Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Calm Subscription
• Legal Plans
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Auto and Home Insurance
• And much more

*Offers may vary by location and eligibility.

Equal Opportunity: Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEI: We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link: Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE

ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUP

The manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40years. With more than 57GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.

We are growing and together driving forward the expansion of alternative energies worldwide - if you wish, from now on with you. Join the #TeamNordex