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Vestas is the world's largest wind turbine manufacturing company with significant operations in the United States.

Project Controls Professional

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the implementation of the Project Control System required by the contract complexity, riskiness and duration, in compliance with the project breakdown structure, company standards and contract specification  
• Ensure budget management, change management, cash, forecast schedule, and progress updates are performed in accordance with procedures and good practices  
• Interface and coordinate with other company functions, discipline leaders and managers, and subcontractors to collect information, to guarantee proper information flow, and to inform on project status, ensuring accuracy from all stakeholders  
• Update all Project Control deliverables (cost report, Primavera project schedule, 30-days look ahead, progress report, cash forecast, manhours report), collecting actual data, evaluating forecast, and monitoring any deviation compared with the baseline schedule or initial budget  
• Provide Project Management team with analysis and recommendations to mitigate identified risks to the project by running simulations and assessing impact of actions taken  
• Attend and represent Project Controls during all project meetings (internal or with the client when applicable)  
• Prepare the Project Close-out Report and compile as-built data for the Project Control Manager review   
• Ability to travel minimum twice per year to either AME office, AME manufacturing facilities or project construction sites  
• Promote a general awareness about cost, cash and schedule on the project including good communication to support and maintain positive relationships with project stakeholders (including the Project Manager, CPX (Construction) Manager, Contracts Management, and Finance team)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BS) in engineering, architecture, construction management or equivalent academic and practical experience in Construction Planning  
• Some experience in project controls, including planning/scheduling, cost management, invoicing, contract management and change management
• Experience in an engineering, construction and/or operations environment  

Competencies:

• Effective written and oral communication skills; able to express oneself clearly and in technical and non-technical terms in English  
• Experience with SAP and Primavera P6
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite computer skills (Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)  
• Experience with database systems  
• Ability to collaborate across departmental functions   
• Providing professionalism and quality reporting in a time-sensitive setting while meeting deliverables / target timelines  
• Bring a positive and professional attitude every day
• Able to handle changing priorities and an analytical mindset
• Meticulous attention to detail

What We Offer:

We offer an exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's number one wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a commitment to sustainability and safety and you will work among colleagues who support one another.

• Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry
• Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
• Generous Paid Time Off policies 
• Great401(k) plan (with employer match)
• Tuition assistance

CCPA Notice for California Applicants

Our commitment to a fair hiring 
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

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. 
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.