Vacant job

Do you want to lead socially important projects focusing on technology, infrastructure, and sustainable development? At Academic Work, we are currently looking for a Project Manager for a larger company operating in western Sweden. Here you will have the opportunity to drive technical projects that contribute to a more future-proofed infrastructure!

About the role

Do you want to be part of the green transition and work on projects that contribute to a more sustainable and energy-efficient society? Right now, Academic Work is seeking a Project Manager for a major company within the energy sector. The role offers the flexibility to work either from the company's office in Kungsbacka or in the Bohuslän region.

As a Project Manager, you are responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of projects related to the electricity grid. You ensure that work proceeds according to plan and budget, while maintaining close dialogue with contractors, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders. The role also includes site visits where you monitor projects and ensure that occupational health and environmental requirements are met.

You will collaborate closely with colleagues in other locations who support you in parts of the process, such as handling inquiries and administrative tasks. To thrive in this role, we see you as a results-oriented person who enjoys driving projects forward. You have the ability to work independently while also acting as the central hub between suppliers, customers, and contractors.

What we offer

• A dedicated consultant manager and career partner at Academic Work
• An opportunity to learn more about the energy industry and take on a broad role with varied and developmental tasks

Key responsibilities

• Drive electricity grid projects from planning to execution
• Keep track of schedules and budgets in your projects
• Act as the central link in contacts with customers, landowners, suppliers, and contractors
• Conduct site visits to monitor occupational health and environmental requirements

We are looking for someone who

• Has completed post-secondary education in electricity, electrical power, civil engineering, or another relevant field
• Has experience planning your work and is comfortable taking responsibility for completing tasks or smaller projects
• Thrives in an independent role with extensive contact networks
• Is computer literate and experienced in working with the Office suite
• Can communicate fluently in Swedish and English, both verbally and in writing
• Has a valid driver's license (Category B) and access to a car, as travel is involved in the work

To succeed in this role, you possess the following personal qualities:

• Goal-oriented
• Social
• Organized
• Responsible

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work, and our client requests that all questions regarding the position be directed to Academic Work.

We apply rolling selection and will remove the advertisement when enough candidates have reached the final stage of the recruitment process. A CV is required when applying. We do not use cover letters as a selection method, so one does not need to be attached. The recruitment process includes two selection tests: a personality test and a cognitive ability test. These tests are tools to help identify the candidate with the highest potential for the role, while promoting equality, diversity, and a fair recruitment process.