Project Manager (Release)

Want to play a key role in an innovative player in renewable energy that is rapidly growing in Africa? Release is a subsidiary of renewable energy frontrunner Scatec. Release is developing and deploying a unique, flexible leasing solution of modular solar and battery equipment for the utilities market. We have recently secured additional financing from our minority shareholder Climate Fund Managers and our partnership with IFC and the World Bank which gives our dynamic, young team the resources they need to meet our significant growth ambitions. We are present in several countries in Africa and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

 Main purpose of position
We are looking for a Project Manager (Release)  to be based in Oslo, Norway and be part of our global team. As our Project Manager you will be managing the planning and implementation of Release projects till handover of the operational PV plant to Asset Management/Client.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the Project Implementation phase of each project according to Project Implementation plan; ensure that the PV plant is delivered according to budget, time and agreed quality; Support the Installation/Construction Manager managing all construction activities on the construction site; represent Release in any of stakeholder engagement commitments as necessary
• Plan and prepare the Project Implementation Phase; Manage the team carrying out engineering and supply chain activities, manage negotiations with suppliers and contractors where relevant; ensure the preparation phase is executed effectively by identifying and managing all required activities; optimize the project budget
• Support the Business Development team as needed in the business development phase. In particular to provide input to and establish initial project implementation plans and budgets.
• Secure that activities are carried out according to our Operating System; contribute to improvement and optimization of the Release Operating System where applicable

Qualifications and Competencies 

• Master’s Degree in Engineering (Construction Management or Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering)
• Excellent track record of planning and managing large scale (renewable) energy and construction projects
• An excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Sound knowledge of contracts related to energy generation projects
• Fluent both written and spoken in English and preferably in French

For this particular role we also expect:

• Strong organizational and managerial skills
• Leadership of multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
• High energy, goal-oriented, and proactive mindset.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

 Personal characteristics

It is part of every Release employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec group’s vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

•  Predictable : demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
•  Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
•  Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
•  Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude
  
  

 We offer

Release, is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Release is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.