Director Pre-Installation Project Management

Join Vestas’ Installation & Commissioning (I&C) organisation, where you will play a key role in delivering offshore wind projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. As Head of Pre‑Installation Management, you will lead a global team overseeing the early‑stage planning and execution that sets projects up for success. You will shape strategy, oversee concept development, and collaborate closely with stakeholders across Global Offshore. This is a unique opportunity to shape a critical part of Vestas’ offshore pipeline while developing your leadership in a truly international environment.

Region NCE and Global Offshore > Customer Project Execution, NCE > Offshore Pre-Installation Project Management

Installation & Commissioning (I&C) sits within Customer Project Execution (CPX) in Global Offshore and is responsible for ensuring all installation and commissioning activities are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and in full compliance with contractual and quality requirements. The function oversees the entire execution process from preparation through handover while owning stakeholder coordination, supplier management, site safety, and operational excellence.

The Pre‑installation Project Management team, part of the I&C organisation, is responsible for planning, preparing, and executing the pre‑installation phase of offshore projects.

Responsibilities

As the Director for Pre‑Installation Project Management, you will assume full responsibility for safety, project delivery, and quality at each Pre‑Installation site, promoting operational Excellence and consistent execution across the team.

• Manage and oversee the Pre‑Installation Project Management department, including recruitment, talent development, and resource allocation
• Oversee all global Pre‑Installation activities across concept development, sales support, and project execution, while managing subcontractor performance
• Develop the execution strategy for Pre‑Installation activities on Vestas’ global offshore projects
• Define and implement Pre‑Installation scope and processes within Global Offshore
• Manage a team of approximately 10 Senior Project Managers and Project Managers
• Champion development initiatives and improvement projects within the Pre‑Installation area
• Ensure effective collaboration, alignment, and communication with key internal and external stakeholders, with a consistent focus on HSE and quality

Qualifications

• A relevant university degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Commercially driven, with the ability to execute and interpret supplier contracts and understand contract mechanisms
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience guiding project teams and stakeholders across a global organisation
• Extensive background in pre‑installation and wind projects, combined with project management, commercial acumen, people leadership, and experience working in international environments
• Solid understanding of Health, Safety & Quality (HSE/Q) standards and their application in project execution
• PMP, IPMA, PRINCE2 or an equivalent project management certification would be an advantage
• Solid IT proficiency, including MS Office and SAP 

Competencies

• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and guide team members effectively
• Demonstrated intercultural awareness and capability to lead and align diverse, global teams
• Skilled at navigating stressful or conflict situations with diplomacy and professionalism
• Solid organisational discipline and demonstrated ability in planning, prioritising, and coordinating a wide range of tasks
• Combines an adaptable, open‑minded working style with a clear customer focus and a proactive, solution‑oriented approach
• Comfortable operating within complex governance and decision‑making frameworks
• Readiness to travel globally

What we offer

This role allows you to define the strategic scope for Offshore Projects at Vestas, promote ongoing improvements, and deliver results through collaborative cross‑functional efforts. Your work will be essential in ensuring efficient preparation, smooth execution, and high‑quality handover to our customers, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and performance.

We offer an exciting leadership position with significant development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world’s leading wind turbine manufacturer. At Vestas, we value initiative, accountability, and precision. You will join an international team committed to sustainability, safety, and supporting one another.

Additional information

Primary work location: Aarhus, Hamburg, Taipei, Warrington, Warsaw

Expected travel: up to 60 travel days per year

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 18/04/2026.

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DEIB Statement

 
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas

 
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
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