Job description
Senior Tender and project planning for HV transmission
NKT is looking for a Senior Planner (Tender / Project) to support tender submissions and project execution through structured planning, monitoring, and reporting within HV Solutions Karlskrona - Transmission Planning. You will work with cross-functional teams to build tender schedules, maintain project plans, and support delivery in line with planning standards and contractual requirements. Do you want a role that connects tender planning with real project execution in the green transition?
Create tender schedules and maintain integrated project plans
In this role, you will develop and maintain comprehensive tender and project schedules, support planning input during RFQ and BAFO stages, and follow progress during execution. You will coordinate with internal teams, clients, and partners to manage interfaces, identify clashes, and support reporting and progress control. You will also contribute to improving planning tools and ways of working, while supporting junior planners with guidance and day-to-day coordination.
Your responsibility will be to:
- Create tender and project plans with relevant stakeholders
- Develop and update BAFO and execution schedules to standards
- Monitor progress versus plan and report KPIs and deviations
- Coordinate vendor/sub-contractor schedules into a master schedule
- Support schedule risk analysis and project closing/lessons learned
You will work closely with the Planning Department, Project Team, Karlskrona Production Team, and Routine Test Leaders. Functional reporting is to the Director, Head of Planning; line reporting is to the Operations Head - HVS KKA G3C. Location: Chennai or Mumbai. Occasional site visits (onshore/offshore).
Structured, collaborative planner with clear communication
You enjoy working with multiple stakeholders and balancing priorities across tender and execution timelines. You are organised and comfortable working with detailed schedules and reporting requirements. You communicate clearly, own your tasks, and support a respectful team environment. You approach change with an open mindset and contribute ideas that improve coordination, clarity, and planning ways of working.
You also have:
- Engineering degree (any discipline)
- 12+ years of project planning experience (Cable / Oil Gas / Piping / Offshore)
- Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
- Deltek Risk Analysis knowledge (preferred)
Connect planning to the green transition
NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We are focused on establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply - even if you don't tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.
You will have opportunities to develop your planning capability across tender and project phases, work in a collaborative international environment, and learn from colleagues across locations and functions. The role offers exposure to client interactions, contract planning requirements, and the full project lifecycle-from RFQ to closing reports-supporting NKT's contribution to grid expansion and electrification.
We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 18th November 2026. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.
About this role
About NKT
Company Overview
NKT A/S
HeadquartersCopenhagen, Denmark
Founded1891
SizeApproximately 6,600 employees worldwide. Revenue of EUR 3,565 million in 2025 (source: investors.nkt.com)
What They Do
NKT A/S is a global supplier of complete AC/DC cable systems, designing, manufacturing, and installing low-, medium-, and high-voltage cable solutions for power transmission and distribution (source: linkedin.com). The company specializes in technically demanding long-distance subsea and underground cables, including specialized HVDC and HVAC systems for interconnectors, offshore wind farms, and power-from-shore applications (source: wikipedia.org). Additionally, NKT offers low- and medium-voltage cables as well as cable accessories and services, making them a full-service provider for cable projects covering design, engineering, manufacturing, installation, and ongoing maintenance (source: investors.nkt.com). Their customer base includes transmission operators, utilities, interconnector developers, industrial clients, and construction and infrastructure projects (source: investing.com). NKT positions itself as a key player in the green transition by connecting major power grids and supporting sustainable energy projects (source: nkt.com).
Projects & Track Record
Between 2019 and 2024, NKT completed projects expected to enable or facilitate 15 TWh of electricity by 2030, with an additional 12 TWh from projects completed in 2025 (source: marketscreener.com). In 2025, the company held a high-voltage project order backlog of EUR 10.2 billion, mostly based on DC technology, with projects worth approximately EUR 4 billion awarded in their high-voltage market (source: investing.com). One of the latest major contracts is the connection between Bornholm Energy Island and Zealand in Denmark, awarded in September 2025 (source: investors.nkt.com). NKT has a strong track record in offshore high-voltage DC cables for wind farms and major European power grids, including interconnectors and power highways (source: wikipedia.org). In June 2024, NKT expanded its production capacity by acquiring SolidAl, renamed NKT Esposende, strengthening the company’s position in medium- and high-voltage cables (source: investors.nkt.com).
Recent Developments
In February 2026, NKT reported record revenue for 2025 of EUR 3,565 million and an operational EBITDA of EUR 390 million, reflecting organic growth of 6% (source: investors.nkt.com). In November 2025, the company announced a new strategy with financial ambitions for 2030 along with organizational updates, while Q3 results showed 11% organic growth and an EBITDA of EUR 119 million (source: investors.nkt.com). The strategic integration of SolidAl, now NKT Esposende, has contributed to growth in the Applications business and strengthened the company’s production capacity (source: investors.nkt.com). The major contract for the Bornholm Energy Island to Zealand cable connection was also announced during this period as a key project (source: investors.nkt.com).
Working There
NKT hires employees across a wide range of functions including cable design, project management, quality assurance, finance, HR, production, and installation (source: nkt.com). The company refers to its employees as "Connectors," reflecting a culture centered around cable projects and power transmission (source: linkedin.com). Headquartered in Copenhagen, NKT has a broad industrial presence with manufacturing facilities and projects in high-voltage cables, subsea cables, offshore wind, railway products, and cable accessories (source: linkedin.com). Career communications highlight the company’s role in the green transition and advanced technical solutions, indicating a work environment focused on innovation and major infrastructure projects (source: nkt.com).
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