ESS Lead Installation Coordinator

The Project Manager’s office at the European Spallation Source Eric in Lund, Sweden, invites applications for an ESS Lead Installation Coordinator.

Description of main responsibilities

Directly reporting to the ESS Project Manager, who is responsible for assisting the Director General in delivering the ESS Construction Project according to its baseline approved scope, schedule, and cost, the ESS Installation Coordinator has to  


• Continuously optimize the installation schedule of the ESS facility in view of meeting the main project milestones, in close collaboration with Installation Coordinators from all sub-projects.
• Prioritize the use of ESS-wide installation resources (people and equipment).
• Identify and implement effective solutions to safely perform installation across the facility.
• Support ESS Project Manager, Directors and Subproject Leaders on ESS installation planning and execution. 

For these purposes he/she has to:


• Organize and chair regular installation meetings with Installation Coordinators from all sub-projects to ensure safety, understand priorities and needs for shared resources.
• Collaborate closely with the Installation Support Coordination group.
• Report status, progress, plans, and issues to the Monthly Project Reviews and the ESS Technical Board (ETB).

Qualifications


• Bachelor in engineering or equivalent education in combination with relevant experience.
• Education and practice in project management.
• At least 15 years practical experience from assignments involving installation of complex equipment in multi-disciplinary industries/facilities with more than 5 years in leadership positions.
• Experience from planning, coordinating and leading installation of large and complex systems/components.
• Adaptability, good communication skills and the ability to identify issues and proactively work to solve them are necessary to perform well in this position.
• Excellent oral and written English skills are a prerequisites; knowledge of other European language(s) would be an advantage.
• Familiarity with the Swedish Work Environment Authority’s provisions, “AFS” is desirable.
• Experience from working with strategic issues and organizational structures is an advantage, especially in an international environment.
• To be successful and perform well in this position you have demonstrated good leadership and training skills. You have a strong ability to interact with multiple stakeholders. 

Our work environment at ESS is characterised by fast growth, fast pace of work, and an international atmosphere with highly academic personnel. You must therefore enjoy the diversity of such and have a personality suited for the challenges it holds. In this growing organisation you will have the possibility to take part in developing new routines and processes.

What ESS can offer
At ESS we offer people with talent and passion a unique opportunity to be involved in the development and building of a world leading facility for materials research. Besides attractive employment and relocation conditions, the flexibility to balance work life with private life and good opportunities to further enhance your skills; you will also enjoy being part of an organisational culture that promotes and supports internal career growth. We pride ourselves in having successful collaboration across different functions, and as the facility continues to grow we will keep nurturing the international and vibrant environment welcoming people from all across the world.

Duration & Location
The position is permanent with six months initial probationary period. Your work place will be situated in Lund, Sweden.

Start date
The position is to be filled as soon as possible.

Application & Contact
Please provide your curriculum vitae and cover letter in English by clicking on “apply” and following the instructions.

Please note we only accept applications via the ESS website.

The deadline for applications is 18th May 2017.
For further information regarding the position, please contact ESS Project Manager, John Haines, john.haines[at]esss.se. 
For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Anne Säfström Lanner, anne.safstromlanner[at]esss.se. 

For more general information regarding recruitment processes at ESS, please follow this link https://europeanspallationsource.se/ess-recruitment-process.