Project Manager, Energy Storage

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

What you will be doing

• Manage Energy Storage project assignments according to signed contracts and Wartsila Energy Business Project Management guidelines
• Plan and manage required resources for project execution of the project in co-operation with resource line-managers
• Manage Energy storage customer contracts and act as customer´s first contact point during execution of a project
• Lead and coach project team members involved in execution of Energy storage projects
• Lead and steer site team members involved in execution of Energy storage projects
• Prepare, update and report project execution plan, cost budget, project schedule, project receivables and contract completion milestones.
• Manage contract requirements, risks and issues. Develop risk response strategy and plan
• Lead and steer project engineering, purchasing, logistics and subcontracting activities
• Participate customer meetings and negotiations. Establish and maintain excellent customer relationship
• Demonstrate leadership by following Wärtsilä Project Management Methodology and Business Directives
• Apply Project Management best practices
• Support Australia sales in Energy storage project opportunities

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in engineering (or similar)
• Project Management experience (minimum 3 years)
• Leadership experience and skills
• Good negotiation and presentation skills 
• Cost awareness & effectiveness
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Proactive attitude and positive Can-Do mind-set

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

 We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

Contact & next steps

We hope to hear from you before the application deadline 10/03/2025 , through submitting your application through our career’s portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process all the way.

Successful applicant must be authorized to work in Australia without sponsorship.

Last application date: 10/03/2025 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.