Vacant job

Job Scope

​​Responsible for overseeing the enhancement and the development of physical & built environment of the R&D Campus in Västerås, in alignment with the R&D business strategy.​

Key Responsibilities

Overall areas of responsibilities and activities

· Develop and implement long-term strategies for the campus physical & built environment to support the organization’s operational needs and strategic goals.

· Develop and manage the comprehensive site masterplan including real estates, mobility infrastructure, utilities, landscape, etc.

· Lead continuous improvement initiatives for existing campus infrastructure and facilities.

· Coordinate with property owners, utility providers, municipal authorities, and internal stakeholders to enable informed decision-making and create a common vision for campus growth.

· Prepare budgets, secure financing, monitor expenses and manage the financial aspects of the real estate portfolio.

· Negotiate and manage lease agreements for commercial real estate focusing on terms that benefit the company.

· Conduct feasibility studies to assess the operational and financial viability of new real estate projects and improvements to existing ones.

· Apply for and manage the necessary development and construction approvals, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

Accountability/Authorization

Budget responsibility: Yes

Direct reports: Yes/No

Work environment responsibility: Yes

Requirements

Educational background and previous experience required for the role

Qualifications and Experience

· University degree in real estate, civil engineering or a related relevant field.

· Minimum 10 years of experience managing large-cale development projects from concept to completion.

· Minimum 5 years of experience in property development and management, including tasks like property acquisition and leasing.

· Experience working in international and multi-cultural environment

· Experience within the battery manufacturing and/or R&D facilities fields is highly preferred.​

Specific skills

· Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

· Highly organized and result-driven with a natural talent for execution and problem solving.

· Strong leadership and strategic thinking abilities with the capacity to build strong team and stakeholder relationships

· Excellent time management with ability to work under tight deadlines.

· Ability to work effectively in team environments and independently.

· Adaptability to work in a high profile and high-pressure international settings.

Personal success factors

· ​​A "can do" attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit

· Strong communication skills with all the key stakeholders

· An exceptional eye for detail with a sense of quality.

· Strong cost focus

· Open and inclusive personality

· Friendliness, motivation to take on new challenges, grit and a sense of humour.​