Head of Project Execution Services

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Sales, Marketing & Product Management Job Location (Short): Cologne, Germany | Troisdorf, Germany

Job Description

Head of Project Execution Services

Shape efficient project execution across international energy projects

Do you want to help deliver critical energy infrastructure projects across Europe and beyond? As Head of Project Execution Services, you will oversee project procurement, document control, project support and contract management activities within NKT Grid Solutions Hub CEMEA. This is an opportunity to contribute to the green transition while working in a global organisation focused on high-voltage cable system projects, collaboration and continuous improvement. How can your experience help create more predictable and compliant project delivery?

Develop project services for high-voltage cable projects

As Head of Project Execution Services, you will be responsible for the Project Services and Support function within Grid Solutions Hub CEMEA. You will manage teams covering project purchasing, document control, project support and contract management while ensuring consistent processes, governance and commercial awareness across project execution activities. The role works closely with project management, procurement, engineering, legal, finance and external partners to support efficient project delivery, improve ways of working and promote digitalisation across the organisation.

Your responsibility will be to:

• Manage and develop the Project Services and Support team across multiple disciplines
• Implement and improve the Grid Solutions Project Execution Framework, standards and templates
• Oversee project procurement processes and supplier engagement activities
• Ensure effective contract management support, including change and claims administration
• Establish document control standards, reporting routines and project governance processes

The position is based in Troisdorf/ Köln and reports to Dr. Florian Krull, Director Large Project Execution. Travel of approximately 20-40 days per year is expected, primarily within Europe.

Collaborative people manager with structured working approach

You are a person who enjoys working with different stakeholders and creating clarity in complex project environments. You take a service-oriented approach, communicate effectively across functions and cultures, and support collaboration between teams. You are organised, commercially aware and comfortable balancing priorities while maintaining high standards. You value continuous improvement and contribute positively to an inclusive workplace where people with different backgrounds and perspectives can thrive.

You also have:

• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Commercial Management, Law, Project Management or a related field
• Several years of experience within project procurement, project services, contract management, project controls, document control or project management
• Experience managing and developing teams within an international matrix organisation
• Knowledge of procurement planning, supplier management, logistics and commercial project execution
• Experience working with SAP, SharePoint, M-Files, Procore or similar project and document management systems

Contribute to greener infrastructure and future growth

We aim to create a workplace where people of all backgrounds are valued, supported, and able to do their best work. We are dedicated to increasing gender diversity at NKT and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. We welcome varied backgrounds and career paths-even if you don't meet every single requirement. We believe inclusive teams contribute to positive results and create a better everyday work environment.

In this role, you will work closely with experienced colleagues across international teams while expanding your knowledge within energy infrastructure and project execution. You will have opportunities for professional development, collaboration across functions and regions, and involvement in digitalisation initiatives supporting NKT's continued growth and contribution to the green transition.

"As a leader, I want to create an environment where project teams receive the support, structure and tools they need to deliver high-quality results. This role offers the opportunity to improve how we work across functions and make a meaningful contribution to our energy infrastructure projects," says Hiring Manager, Dr. Florian Krull.

If you have any questions about the role, you are very welcome to contact Hiring Manager Florian Krull at or For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Famke Darr at . Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

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