Offshore Construction Manager Wind

The position

We Create, We Care, We Work Together, We succeed! At Van Oord, we believe that our people are the most important assets.

Our organisation is professional, dedicated and innovative, with a strong focus on working together in dynamic teams, to achieve the best results and succeed together. As a leading player in the Offshore Wind industry, Van Oord is able to cover all several aspects to manage the supply, preparation and execution of an Offshore Windfarm. From Cable installation, to Foundation installation and heavy lifting operations.

Do you want to be part of this and build with us towards a sustainable world, and be innovative and ingenious, while taking your career in the renewable energy to the next level? Van Oord Offshore Wind is seeking a highly experienced and driven Offshore Construction Manager.

As an Offshore Construction Manager, you will lead, coach and motivate your construction team towards the creation and execution of challenging offshore wind projects. You are ultimately responsible for innovative, efficient and safe operations, in a timely manner, being able to work within various circumstances within your field of expertise.

Your responsibilities

Your responsibilities as an OCM at Van Oord include, but are not limited to:

• Leading the preparational phase towards a safe execution in a timely manner, in accordance with the high standards of the Offshore Wind industry.
• In charge of managing the full operation cycle, by leading, coaching and motivating the installation team to achieve a successful execution.
• Daily process management and collaboration with in- and external stakeholders, such as Vessel Management, QHSE, Clients and Marine Warranty Surveyors, by coordinating the execution and progress together with the Project Management team.
• Report to and liaise with the Project Management team on progress, contract management, technical challenges and optimalization of the installation process.
• Make critical decisions under pressure, facing complex challenges, leading the installation to meet timelines, milestones and budgetary goals.

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the offshore wind industry? Apply now to join our team as Offshore Construction Manager. Together, let's shape the future of renewable energy!

Job requirements

You are resilient and able to handle the high pressure of an offshore wind project. In fact, you see it as a challenge! You are also capable of weighing the various risks and making decisions in the heat of the battle. Additionally, you effectively utilize your people (management) skills to lead and motivate the diverse installation team. Furthermore, for the role of Offshore Construction Manager, you should have:

• Technical, Mechanical, Maritime or Civil background, with at least 10 years of operational experience within the industry of complex offshore installation projects.
• A flexible attitude with regard to working alternately on office preparations, project locations and on board of Vessels, on various types of (rotation) schedules, being part of a 24/7 operation.
• A good command of the English language, both written and spoken.

We offer

Working on projects means being away from home for a period of time. In Europe and outside of Europe, you will work on a rotation scheme this depends on where the projects take place. In addition, we offer you:

• A salary matching with responsibilities and experience;
• Project allowances (based on location and situation of the project);
• A pension scheme;
• A variable bonus;
• A great onboarding program in which you get familiar with Van Oord and also get to know your new colleagues;
• Opportunity to make career steps, within different business units;
• Extensive learning and (personal) development possibilities, including a wide range of online courses via Goodhabitz;
• An attractive travel allowance, if you work at an office in the Netherlands.

“The upgrade of the Svanen prepares us for this increase in scale and allows us to maintain our leadership position in the offshore wind industry.”
Johanna, Project Engineer