Project Manager

Are you an experienced project professional ready to lead impactful energy projects? We’re now looking for a Project Manager with a background in powerplant projects to join Fortum’s nuclear power initiatives.

About the role

In this role, you will have an exciting opportunity to lead large delivery projects of significant strategic importance for Fortum's nuclear businesses and our external customers.

Our team is part of the Project Management and Execution Department of Engineering & Projects, which is responsible for implementing Fortum's nuclear power projects. Engineering & Projects provides technical expertise and delivers projects across our Nuclear Businesses, employing around 200 top professionals. We support new nuclear development, external customers through Nuclear Services, our co-owned nuclear plants in Sweden and Finland, and our fully owned Loviisa Nuclear Power Plant in Finland.

Your main focus areas will be:

• Overall responsibility for project delivery, including planning, scheduling, resourcing, procurement, contract and change management, risk management, and achievement of agreedEnvironment, Health, Safety and Quality (EHSQ), financial, quality, schedule and customer requirements.
• Lead early-phase development work, coordinating environmental assessment, permitting activities and key stakeholders.
• Leading, motivating, and following up on the project team’s progress and securing strong team spirit.
• Manage commercial cooperation and contractual interfaces with customers, suppliers and consultants throughout the project.
• Responsibility for leading site execution and work safety, including acting as safety coordinator if/when project requires this.

The position is based in Solna, Sweden. The work includes regular co-operation with colleagues in Finland, as well as travel to Fortum's offices, power generation sites, project locations, and external customers internationally.

Initially, the selected person will focus on new nuclear development in Sweden and supporting our external customers, with opportunities to take on broader assignments and projects across our Nuclear Business over time. This senior role will focus on new nuclear development in Sweden, including leading an environmental impact assessment and working closely with authorities, consultants and other key stakeholders. The role may later expand to other strategic projects within Engineering & Projects.

About you

We believe the following experience and skills will help you succeed in the role:

• 5–10 years of experience working as a Project Manager, leading and implementing large projects in the energy industry.
• Master’s degree in Engineering (Energy Technology or another relevant field).
• Practical experience in project risk management, procurement, commercial negotiations, and contract and claim management.
• Experience leading the work of authorities, colleagues, consultants and stakeholder interfaces in permitting or environmental assessment work.
• Demonstrated performance in reaching key project KPIs,( e.g. EHSQ, financial, schedule and quality targets, as well as customer and project team satisfaction).
• Strong communication skills and professional fluency in English.

We consider the following as an advantage:

• Experience from the nuclear energy industry.
• Knowledge of the Swedish regulatory framework and permitting requirements relevant to nuclear or other major energy projects.
• IPMA Level C certification or equivalent.
• Competence or willingness to act as Safety Coordinator when required.
• Experience leading geographically distributed, multidisciplinary teams and external consultants.
• Swedish language skills.

We are looking for a person who can work independently, take ownership and work proactively. You have a strong safety mindset and remain resilient in demanding situations. You approach problems analytically, organize your work systematically and communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders. You collaborate inclusively, delegate effectively and are comfortable leading and coordinating the work of different stakeholders.

We offer you

At Fortum, we believe in a better future and want to be involved in shaping it. Our workplace is a safe place, both physically and mentally. You will grow with professional colleagues, being trusted and free to challenge yourself. We offer comprehensive benefits, flexible working hours, and hybrid work model to support your productivity, development and wellbeing. We are committed to build diverse teams where everyone feels included and is treated equally.

Want to know more about a career in nuclear at Fortum? Explore our opportunities, projects and what we offer: Career in nuclear power | Fortum

More information about our culture and benefits can be found here.

For permanent employment with Fortum Sverige AB, you may be assigned a wartime posting within the organization. For further information regarding wartime posting, please refer to the Swedish Civil Defence and Resilience Agency.

Interested?

Submit your application by 22nd November at the latest. The application shall include a cover letter and CV in English. We may begin contacting suitable candidates already during the application period. For more information about the position, please contact Petra Väisänen, Manager – Project Management, via email petra.vaisanen@fortum.com.

Contact details to union representatives can be found on the bottom of this page.

To be selected for the position, the applicant must go through background clearance.

We are Fortum

Fortum is a Nordic energy company. We generate and deliver reliable energy to our customers and the Nordic energy system while at the same time helping industries decarbonise their processes and grow. Our core operations comprise efficient and best-in-class low-carbon power generation, customer services, and heating and cooling. Fortum’s power generation is already 99% from renewable or nuclear sources with one of the lowest specific CO2-emissions in Europe. We are guided by our ambitious SBTi-validated emission reduction targets on our way towards net-zero by 2040. For our ~4,500 employees, we commit to be a safe and inspiring workplace. Fortum's share is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. fortum.com