Temporary Utility Coordinator – Facility management

Temporary utility coordinator – Facility management

We are building a state-of-the-art Gigafactory that will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe and construction is set to begin in 2023. To make that happen we need the best to join our in-house Engineering, Procurement & Construction Management (EPCM) team. We are now looking for Temporary utility coordinator to join our fantastic team – come be a part of an exciting journey together with us!

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Few industries offer as great opportunity for career growth and personal development as the new European battery industry. In working for this joint venture, you'll not only develop skills that are highly sought after in the global automotive and industrial sector, but you are also contributing to a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

Our mission is to build a “First in Class” Gigafactory that transforms Volvo Cars into a full EV (Electrical Vehicle) manufacturer - using the most sustainable and innovative methods in construction, whilst achieving the highest level of trust with all service providers to perform the safest, fastest, cost-effective, and excellent quality of craftsmanship project in the industry.

About the role

In the position as Temporary Utility Coordinator you will come in early to set the local infrastructure and utilities around site services. You will pro-actively support and assist the Site Logistics Manager along the way and contribute on successful delivery of the assigned tasks.

In this position you will have a key role in our Facility management organization in building the new Gigafactory. You will report to the Site Logistics Manager, and you will have full ownership over temporary utilities and temporary civil works. You will interface with external parts such as GEAB, KoV, Volvo Cars, etc. Majority of your time will be spent on field, but you will have an important role in design development and planning of temporary civil works.

We are looking for you that have an eye for detail and a desire to exceed expectations. You should have a can-do attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit, as well as being able to handle high pressure and tight deadlines with ease. You should be able to work effectively in a team environment, while also being comfortable working independently. Experience in a high-profile, international setting is a plus. We value flexibility, commitment to quality, friendliness, motivation to take on new challenges, resilience, and a sense of humor. If you are passionate and purpose-driven, this is the role for you.

What you will do in your role:

- Lead, plan and coordinate the utilities and civil works used for the green- and brownfield projects
- Supervise contractors that will execute and maintain the temporary civil works
- Give input and review the design of the utilities to ensure function during construction and operations
- Prepare specifications, plans, estimates and reports related to the scope
- Working on site to identify risks and work proactively to risk mitigate, both from an operational and safety perspective

Essentials:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar work experience
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience
- Experience in large-scale construction projects with considerable multidisciplinary complexity
- Solid technical experience in supervising
- Good communication skills
- English written and oral skills, Swedish is a plus
- Experience from Swedish construction sites is a plus
- Passion and enthusiasm for construction

Desirables:

- Experience in a multicultural environment, adaptable and open-minded
- Self-performing attitude with the strong skill to contribute on team effort



Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery. Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Our Gigafactory in Gothenburg will be one of the largest cell production facilities in Europe, with a potential annual cell production capacity of up to 50 gigawatt hours (GWh) - thereby enabling a supply of batteries for approximately half a million Volvo and Polestar cars per year. Our state-of-the-art R&D facility will gather leading expertise from all over the world, to create the next generation battery cells.

You can read more about this joint venture in these press releases, here and here.