Sub-project Lead Cable Installation

Europe's energy transition is among the greatest challenges of our time. Its goal: To make Europe the first climate-neutral continent by 2050 at the latest. The Netherlands and Germany have therefore set themselves ambitious goals to expand offshore wind energy: as early as 2030, Germany and the Netherlands want to reach a capacity of 30 and 22.2 Gigawatts, respectively. Energy from offshore wind farms in the European powerhouse North Sea will play in this a crucial role. TenneT guarantees that this energy will reach the mainland - and in the most environmentally friendly way possible. That is why we have developed the 2GW program with a unique transnational approach. And thus increase the pace and efficiency of the energy transition.

Large Projects Offshore (LPO):
Based on the Energy agreement, where the targets and intentions for the transition to a more renewable energy supply are set, the Roadmap Offshore wind energy 2030 and the ambition to realise additional windcapacity prior to 2030 a roll-out strategy is being prepared for the medium term, including the IJmuiden Ver (DC) projects. This results in a commitment for TenneT to realise at least 2x (with potential up to 5) 2GW HVDC Grid Connection Systems which bring the power from offshore wind-farms in the North sea to the Dutch electricity grid to be commissioned between 2028 - 2030.

The 2GW program:
Europe's energy transition is among the greatest challenges of our time. Its goal: To make Europe the first climate-neutral continent by 2050 at the latest. The Netherlands and Germany have therefore set themselves ambitious goals to expand offshore wind energy: as early as 2030, Germany and the Netherlands want to reach a capacity of 30 and 22.2 Gigawatts, respectively. Energy from offshore wind farms in the European powerhouse North Sea will play in this a crucial role. TenneT guarantees that this energy will reach the mainland - and in the most environmentally friendly way possible. That is why we have developed the 2GW program with a unique transnational approach. And thus increase the pace and efficiency of the energy transition.

Between 2028 and 2031, TenneT will realize the following 525 kV bipolar connections of high-voltage direct current (HVDC) with a capacity of 2 GW each in designated wind areas in the Dutch and German North Sea. These projects are part of the 2GW Program.

The Sub-project Lead Cable Installation is working in the project team for the export cable installation for the IJmuiden Ver Alpha and Nederwiek 1. This project team is responsible for the delivery of 2-off 2GW 525kV HVDC (high voltage direct current) cable systems. You are responsible for the overall installation works within these projects and ensuring that the quality (incl. documentation, equipment, process robustness, etc.) is meeting all requirements.

You will report to the Project Lead and work closely together with the other project teams in both the Maasvlakte and Eemshaven regional clusters and numerous other departments within the TenneT organisation.

Key tasks & responsibilities:
• Project Management: Supervise all aspects of the subsea cable installation sub-project, including overseeing the contractor’s design and engineering. Regularly update the Project Lead on progress, challenges, and milestones;
• Review and Approval: Assess and approve the contractor’s engineering designs, procedures, and activities. Conduct site and vessel visits as required. Select and manage offshore representatives during critical project phases;
• Technical Alignment: Work closely with TenneT’s internal departments and external experts, including the Marine Warranty Surveyor and relevant authorities, to ensure the highest quality standards for the project;
• Interface Management: Oversee the interface between the cable installation contractor and offshore stations contractor;
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to deadlines, budget, quality standards, HSE guidelines, contract requirements and permit conditions.

Your profile and background:
• You have at least a Bachelor's degree in a relevant (technical) field of expertise;
• You have at least 5-10 years of relevant experience in the offshore (wind) industry, with hands-on experience in managing and executing (cable) projects;
• You are team-oriented, assertive, independent, and open-minded;
• You are dynamic, enthusiastic, intrinsically motivated, responsible, and ownership-driven;
• You have excellent communicative and negotiation skills and will look after TenneT's interests during the project;
• You are willing to travel occasionally – between 6 and 10 times a year (within Europe);
• You are in possession of a driver's license;
• You have the ability to pass necessary company and offshore medical examinations and trainings;
• You are fluent in English, both verbal and in writing. Dutch is an asset but not mandatory.

Conditions:
• At entry, TenneT performs a Pre-Employment Screening;
• Duty station for this position is Arnhem (two days a week). You are expected to work on location in Borselle at least once a week and on location in Schiphol once a month. These travel expenses are included in the hourly rate;
• You are willing to travel frequently internationally at locations in Europe, 6 to 10 times a year (mainly Milan, Italy). These travel expenses are not included in the hourly rate and can be reimbursed separately;
• The initial assignment is set out for 1 year and expected to be periodically prolonged until at least late 2028 / early 2029, depending on the progression of the project;
• Candidate has to be in possession of driver license valid in NL / Europe.

Additional information:
• Suppliers must be aware of the laws and regulations regarding employment conditions and Tennet’s Collective Labour Agreement. This assignment is placed in scale 9;
• We would like to receive the personal motivation of the candidate and CV in Dutch or English.

Screening:
• Pre-employment screening: If the candidate is selected to start, a pre-employment screening will be executed. We will send you the required documents to be filled in and returned as soon as possible. Your candidate is only allowed to start after the pre-employment screening has been completed successfully. The VOG Application is part of the screening. The VOG must be received before the candidate could start;
• All submitted candidates must be in possession of a valid Passport or ID card, which must be taken along to the interview and at the start of the assignment.

Availability:
• Important, the candidate has to be available throughout the entire duration of the assignment;
• By submitting a candidate, you are agreeing to the terms of this specific client. If you are not familiar with these terms, you can ask our recruiters for a copy.