Construction Cost Specialist (m/w/d)

Aarhus N, Region Central Jutland, DK Hamburg, HH, DE

Work experience: Specialist

Type of position: Full-Time

Job Family: Commercial

Are you seeking the next step in your career? As a Construction Cost Specialist in our Customer Project Execution (CPX) Department, you'll have the chance to develop and supervise CPX budgets for a specific project portfolio or region. You will collaborate with various stakeholders across Onshore and Offshore teams in Sales, CPX Procurement, VPS, and more, serving as a key advisor. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to combine your technical and commercial expertise, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the full value chain while enjoying numerous development opportunities.

Region NCE > Customer Project Execution > Cost Management

The Customer Project Execution (CPX) organisation is responsible for the installation, commissioning, and handover of wind farms to our customers. Close collaboration with customers and other stakeholders is essential to ensure these processes are completed safely, cost-effectively, and to the highest quality standards.
In this role, you will join the Cost Management team for the NCE Region, working on both Onshore and Offshore projects. The team is responsible for developing and maintaining construction cost standards and delivering high-quality project budgets to support sales and execution.
You’ll be part of a diverse, international team of 8 people, known for their positive attitude and business-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction budgets for a specific region or project portfolio, detailing all cost bases.
• Collaborate with Bid Management and Project Management on cost-related topics during the sales phase.
• Initiate cost optimization activities and review cost drivers with stakeholders.
• Support new product developments to reduce costs and ensure transparency in product and value chain costs.
• Develop and promote periodic training for Senior Managers and Project Managers to ensure cost awareness and proper budgeting.
• Enhance cost estimation models, weather assessments, and processes related to cost creation and cross-project benchmarking.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in budgeting, cost modeling, and data analysis in a commercial or financial role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel, in addition to familiarity with SQL and BI tools, is advantageous for applicants.
• Understanding of the wind industry, construction, or complex infrastructure projects is advantageous.
• Enhanced English communication and presentation skills.

Competencies

• You demonstrate a high level of commitment and professionalism, with a keen focus on maintaining quality in your work.
• Solid interpersonal skills, naturally curious, and interested in people.
• Genuine team spirit, enjoys teamwork, and can work independently.
• Open-minded, motivated, and eager to learn.
• Skilled at identifying and analyzing complex issues with attention to detail and concentration.
• Pragmatic, structured, and hands-on; gets things done.
• Effective at communicating knowledge and innovation to stakeholders at all levels.

What we offer
We offer an exciting job with great opportunities for development in an inspiring environment at a world leading wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a professional development commitment and colleagues that take care of each other. Vestas offers great healthcare and flexible work opportunities.

Additional information
Primary work location: we are open for candidates to be based in Aarhus, Denmark or Hamburg, Germany.
Expected travel: approximately 30 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 30/11/2024.
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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.

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 173 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 29,000 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.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.