Senior Project Manager
Vattenfall
Company Overview
Vattenfall AB
Stockholm, Sweden
1909
Approximately 21,000 employees across Europe (source: group.vattenfall.com). Revenue of €16.5 billion in FY 2023 (source: energydigital.com).
What They Do
Vattenfall is a leading European energy company focused on renewable energy production and distribution. The company has a rich history that began with hydroelectric power and has evolved to include a diverse portfolio of energy sources, including offshore and onshore wind, nuclear power, and heat networks. Vattenfall operates approximately 139,000 km of power lines in Sweden, serving around 900,000 customers, and is recognized as the second largest energy company in Sweden and the largest offshore wind operator in Denmark (source: group.vattenfall.com). Their commitment to fossil-free electricity and heat production is evident in their ongoing projects and strategic focus on transitioning away from fossil fuels.
Projects & Track Record
Vattenfall has a notable track record of significant projects, including the historic Olidan hydroelectric plant in Trollhättan, which was Sweden's largest by the early 1900s, and the Porjus Power Plant, operational since 1915. In recent years, they have expanded their offshore wind capabilities with projects like Horns Rev 1 and 3 in Denmark, and the Vesterhav North and South farms, which opened in autumn 2024. Additionally, Vattenfall has developed nine hydro power plants in Finland and has been involved in 13 wind and battery storage projects in the UK since 2008, showcasing their commitment to renewable energy across multiple regions (source: history.vattenfall.com). Their ongoing projects include the Kriegers Flak offshore wind farm in Denmark and the Korsnäs offshore wind farm in Finland, which supports carbon neutrality goals by 2035.
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Vattenfall has celebrated its 115th anniversary, emphasizing its commitment to fossil-free energy and announcing plans to phase out coal by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2040 under the leadership of CEO Anna Borg. The company has also successfully opened the Vesterhav North and South offshore wind farms in Denmark in autumn 2024, marking a significant milestone in their renewable energy initiatives (source: group.vattenfall.com). While no specific new contracts or acquisitions were reported for 2023-2024, Vattenfall continues to focus on its operational milestones and ongoing developments in offshore wind energy.
Working There
Vattenfall offers a variety of roles across its operations, including energy production in hydro, wind, and nuclear sectors, as well as grid operations and retail services. The company employs approximately 500 staff in Denmark and the UK, focusing on offshore wind and heat networks, and has active hiring in locations such as Solna (Sweden HQ), Kolding (Denmark HQ), and various cities in the UK and Finland (source: group.vattenfall.com). The company culture is characterized by long-term state ownership, fostering stability and collaboration, particularly through historic Nordic power coordination efforts that date back to its founding in 1909. This culture supports Vattenfall's adaptation to energy transitions and its commitment to promoting fossil-free energy solutions.
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At Vattenfall, we don't just "do energy", we exist to help our customers power their lives in ever climate smarter ways. If you are looking for interesting challenges and the opportunity to be part of this change, then join our diverse and talented team and make a difference.
Our Business Area (BA) Markets is looking for the right person to fill the position as Senior Project Manager for our offices in Hamburg, Amsterdam or Stockholm being part of Agile Coaching & Initiative Management department.
In this role, you will lead complex projects in an increasingly agile environment - from early analysis through implementation. You will work across business, process, IT organization, often involving procurement, and collaborate closely with Solution Architects, Business Analysts and other key stakeholders to deliver value in a structured and sustainable way.
Your main tasks and responsibilities
- Lead complex projects prioritized by the BA Markets Project Portfolio Board, ensuring high-quality delivery and alignment with strategic objectives
- Drive cross-functional initiatives involving multiple agile teams by structuring solutions into clear work packages and aligning, coordinating and following up on delivery
- Conduct intake assessments for new initiatives, contributing to improved planning quality and execution excellence
- Contribute to the the continuous development of the project management profession within BA Markets by strengthening and evolving the PM / IM framework and IM AI agent
- Support the ongoing evolution of the Agile way of working in BA Markets through active collaboration with the Agile teams and Agile Center of Excellence (CoE)
- Navigate competing priorities, solve complex problems, and remain adaptable in a dynamic and changing environment
Your profile and you
- Minimum of 10 years experience in project management, preferably in complex, cross-functional environments
- Solid understanding of the energy industry and energy market dynamics
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex challenges and proposed solutions clearly to different stakeholders
- Proven ability to proactively identify, manage, and mitigate dependencies and risks in multi-team and system landscapes
- Outstanding stakeholder management and people leadership skills
- Excellent planning and prioritisation capabilities
- Ability to combine strategic, big-picture thinking with strong attention to detail
- Sound knowledge of project and programme management methodologies, including both agile and waterfall approaches; advanced certification is an advantage
- Live up to the Vattenfall Experience Principles and Behaviors: Active, Open, Positive, Safety
- A curious, self-driven professional who enjoys leading others, building strong relationships, and driving progress, while also working independently and taking initiative
We welcome your application in English, no later than 03.08.2026. We kindly request that you do not send applications by any means other than via our website as we cannot guarantee that we will be able to process applications that are not made via our website.
For more information about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact our Recruiter Maryana Halushko via email [email protected]
At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to build a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability or sexual orientation.
The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfill within Vattenfall. The screening will be performed by a third party, called DISA. In addition, a certificate of good conduct (i.e. criminal record certificate) is required for certain positions.
The trade union representatives in Sweden can be reached via Vattenfall´s switchboard +46 8 739 50 00. Sven-Gunnar Gremlin, Akademikerna and Anders Bohlin, Unionen.
Since Vattenfall is a part of the Swedish critical infrastructure, many of our services are security classed. If this position is security classed the final candidates might be subjected to a security vetting process, according to the Swedish legislation.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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About the role
July 9, 2026
July 9, 2026
Full time
Flexible
Company
- Amsterdam, the Netherlands
- Hamburg, Germany
- Stockholm, Sweden
Minimum of 10 years in project management
UTC+01:00 – UTC+02:00