Project Manager, Modification & Retrofit

Vard Electro seeks a Project Manager who will take the overall responsibility for all aspects of Retrofit & Modification project. This includes initiation, planning, design, execution and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in time, within budget at full satisfaction of the client and consistent with the financial objectives for Vard Electro.

The person we are looking for should have technical background and have a commercial mind-set. You should be an excellent communicator with strong attitude to influence the situation. You also need to be a team player and have a problem-solving attitude and be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. The position reports to Department Manager, Modification & Retrofit who heads the M&R projects department.

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. 

So – what are your skills? 

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Duties and responsibilitiesEstablishing the project organizationContract monitoring and responsibility for clarification of contractual and specification factorsTeam leadership, strategic influencing and taking decisionsManaging suppliers according to contractBudget and result responsibility for the project and monthly financial reportingMotivating the teamMonitoring, reporting and communicating project status internally and externallyControlling quality and contributing to continuous improvementOther administrative tasks in the ProjectsQualificationsMinimum 5 years of relevant work experienceBachelors degree or higher in technical area – preferable electricalRelevant work experience can replace formal educationExperience in Project ManagementEnglish fluent, both written and oralVARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above. 

This employment may require a background check, or security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority.

Personal qualitiesProactive with good communications skillsStrong commercial focusSystematic, orderly and result orientedIndependent and responsibleInterested in technologyInterested in developing as a leaderAppreciate working with complex contracts Identify yourself with the VARD values Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.Our commitment to you A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment Competitive pension scheme and insurance package Subsidized lunch in the office canteen Subsidized membership at the gym Occupational health service Flexible work from home policy Free mobile phone usage Central office location and free parkingWe understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career 

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. 

With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us! 

ContactsAdam Kuncer, Department Manager, Retrofit & Service, Modification & Retrofit, +47 458 47 426

LocationTennfjordvegen 113

6264 Tennfjord

Key information:Employer: Vard Electro AS

Reference number: 5137696234

Percentage of full-time: 100%

Regular

Application deadline: 28/06/2026

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