(senior) Project Manager, Transmission & Distribution

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Where will you be working?

Your Business Unit is Energy Transition. They are active in the field of energy transitions, with the aim of improving the quality of life for both current and future generations. With their extensive expertise and skills, they accelerate clients' projects so that they become realized. 

They take a bold, creative, and integrated approach to bring about the transition from initiation to execution. They contribute to transitions in raw materials, water and energy systems in; urban areas, industry, transmission, distribution and production. Have the capacity to simplify complex problems and actively involve the environment in the process. They take transitions off the lock and with the global experience, knowledge and resources, they help clients take concrete steps towards a sustainable future. You can be a part of that.

You will be part of the Transmission & Distribution team.

What are you going to do?

As T&D (Senior) Project Manager you will help Transmission & Distribution (T&D) companies in the Netherlands and abroad with their intended network expansions and reinforcements. You will work in a team with various disciplines. Because it is precisely by bringing together both process and various technical experience that we can accelerate our customers' projects. You are driven to make an impact and realize projects, and passionate about connecting your technical experience to experience in other fields.

Role accountabilities:

• Project client liaison and internal coordination from initial contact through project delivery 
• Defining, contributing and/or delivering of Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects throughout project lifecycle 
• Challenging, proposing, agreeing and implementing alternative solutions compared with those dictated by the T&D specifications, policies, processes and “best practices”.
• Ensuring risks are proactively identified, assessed and managed to avoid adverse impacts on the project
• Identifying and negotiating extra work options and/or possible claims
• Adequate planning, control and reporting of project both internal & external 

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering or Power Engineering (either BSc, MSc or PhD) or relevant T&D expertise build up during the career
• Experience working as a substation and/or plant Project Manager / (Lead) Engineer to international and/or industry standards 
• Expertise of HV substation primary, control & protection and/or secondary equipment design deliverables, feasibility studies, reports, programs and cost estimates
• Broad knowledge of Transmission & Distribution work field & technologies and familiar with international T&D standards, working methods and technical software tooling
• Can demonstrate success in leading projects covering designing and/or delivering engineering safely to budget, time and quality that meets customer expectations
• Solid proven project management and supportive tooling experience and familiar with contract, claim management and legal aspects
• Proven ability of working with internal and external parties, e.g. equipment suppliers, manufacturers, service providers, professional bodies, and working within a strong international/diverse) team-working culture
• Capable of communicating complex technical or commercial issues to peers or senior managers and stake holders
• Experience in writing clear and concise offers, documentation and reports

Notes:

• Dutch language (or learning it) is an advantage
• T&D (Lead) Engineers and/or T&D Consultants who like to grow towards Project Manager are great candidates
• Candidates with no T&D background but experience in technology and/or infrastructure driven projects are also invited
• For the role of Senior Project Manager at least 10 year solid experience is asked 
• Working experience with European TSO and/or DSO is most welcome 
• You are pro-active, curious and of course fun to work with

What do we offer?

Wherever you work, whatever you do, as an Arcadian, you contribute to our mission of "Improving quality of life". That is what connects and inspires us. At Arcadis, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to bring out the best in themselves. By creating an environment where everyone feels at home and has room for development, we believe that together with you, we can make an impact for the future. Arcadis offers you a role with a lot of freedom to independently shape your work within an ambitious and driven team. Additionally, you will regularly collaborate with colleagues from other disciplines. In addition to a pleasant work culture, we also offer:

• 30 days of leave for full-time employment with the possibility to buy or sell extra days
• Hybrid working with a professionally equipped home office and an appropriate allowance for the right work-life balance, regardless of whether you work full-time or part-time 
• Performance-based profit sharing 
• Offices located next to train stations and a public transport business card that can also be used privately 
• Arcadis covers 73% of your pension premium 
• International programs through the Lovinklaan Foundation

Contact information 

Ready to apply for this opportunity? You can apply by using the ‘Apply Now’-button on this page.
If you have questions about this challenging vacancy or about the application process, contact the corporate recruiter, Sharon Clark, via sharon.clark@arcadis.com.

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