Program Manager for Dam Safety and Infrastructure R&D program

We are looking for a Program Manager for the Dam Safety and Infrastructure R&D program

The Dam Safety and Infrastructure research program consists of 8 highly skilled engineers in soil mechanics, hydraulic engineering and concrete engineering developing solutions for the business with the aim of lifetime extension and optimization of the Vattenfall hydro assets while maintaining the highest levels of safety for their operation. New areas are also under investigation such as development of green concrete with the aim of developing and accelerating green & blue infrastructures to reduce carbon footprints and increase biodiversity. 

The program will now be strengthened with a senior R&D engineer in concrete engineering and dam safety in the role of Program Manager. The Program Manager in cooperation with the Portfolio Manager ensures alignment with the business needs and goals and delivers high-quality results with the team. 

The daily tasks include: 

• Identifying the R&D needs of our stakeholders and driving the development of tailored solutions 

• Driving for value creation by implementation of R&D results and solutions 

• If needed, challenge the business with new solutions and ways of working 

• Ensuring project results are delivered in time and according to budget to the business areas 

• Support for management of existing civil assets 

• Testing technical solutions in our R&D Laboratory 

• Engaging with external partners, suppliers, and research institutions to foster collaboration and drive innovation. 

You will be part of the R&D Infrastructure Laboratory. Frequent interactions will be expected with the Portfolio Manager, for progress reporting and technical questions. Main receivers are colleagues from our business areas/units such as Hydro, Wind, Nuclear and Distribution. 
 
Working at Vattenfall R&D is an opportunity for constant growth and competence development. Topics are varied and business dependent. Many projects require at least some laboratory and/or field testing, i.e. hands-on skills.