Vard Group

Ålesund

Geir Rygg Berge

Department Manager, Engineering Project Management

<p>Vard Design &amp; Engineering is leading in development of advanced and specialized vessel designs. Our solutions come together in close partnership with clients, suppliers and our own shipyards, combining into a powerful package. In a dynamic working environment, supported by the extensive experience base in Vard Group, we develop globally acknowledged ship designs. In addition to the traditional projects for oil and gas, VARD is targeting segments like offshore wind, fisheries, cruise and aqua culture. These are thriving markets with a high degree of innovation, where the VARD ability to think differently makes us highly competitive.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At VARD we care about nurturing talents and embracing diverse strengths, giving everyone the opportunity to develop and grow. Join us and be part of a community that celebrates your skills, and where together we are shaping the future of shipbuilding.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>So – what are your skills?&nbsp;</strong></p>
<h2>Duties and responsibilities</h2>
<p>We are looking for a technical coordinator with good communication and coordination skills. The successful candidate will act as engineering project manager, with unique possibilities to work with projects from concept development to final product delivered from quayside.</p><ul><li>Coordinate and follow up on engineering tasks, budgets, resources, schedules, and project progress.</li><li>Ensure quality control, compliance, and timely delivery of all technical documentation, drawings, and certificates.</li><li>Facilitate communication and teamwork across disciplines, departments, subcontractors, and production teams.</li><li>Manage RFQs, change requests, and support procurement and commissioning activities.</li><li>Act as the main link between engineering and production, ensuring cost-effective and production-ready solutions.</li><li>Be the "bridging" link between Project Management department and engineering departments for your project.</li></ul>
<h2>Qualifications</h2>
<ul><li>Strong background in project management</li><li>Knowledge from ship design or/and yard is preferred</li><li>Experience with rules and regulations</li><li>Planning and budgeting experience</li><li>AutoCAD and experience with SharePoint project portal or similar is an advantage</li><li>Good knowledge of English, both oral and written<strong></strong></li></ul><p><strong>VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above.&nbsp;</strong></p>
<h2>Personal qualities</h2>
<ul><li>Team player</li><li>Able to motivate others</li><li>Good communication and person skills</li><li>Ability to solve complex issues in a structured manner</li><li>Capacity to complete tasks on time</li><li>Proactive decision maker</li><li>Identify yourself with the VARD values&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vard.com/about-us/our-values">Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.</a></li></ul>
<h2>Our commitment to you</h2>
&nbsp;<ul><li>A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment&nbsp;</li><li>Competitive pension scheme and insurance package&nbsp;</li><li>Subsidized lunch in the office canteen&nbsp;</li><li>Subsidized membership at the gym&nbsp;</li><li>Occupational health service&nbsp;</li><li>Flexible work from home policy&nbsp;</li><li>Free mobile phone usage and subsidized internet at home&nbsp;</li><li>Central office location and free parking</li><li>We understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>VARD recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with VARD Social you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>With the right blend of&nbsp;fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future.&nbsp;Join us!&nbsp;</strong></p>

Technical Coordinator