Sub Project Lead Construction – Yard

Job description

At TenneT, we are looking for professionals who can contribute to the future of our electricity grid. We expect you to have the right experience and skills to make a valuable contribution to our team and mission.  

What do you bring?  

• Relevant professional experience in construction management and technical project management (minimum of 5 years).  

• Advanced professional experience in mechanical or civil engineering or construction management.  

• Effective communication skills: You are able to communicate and collaborate with internal stakeholders and contractors.  

• Fluent in business English, both written and spoken.  

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).  

• You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a comparable field.  

• Fluency in English is required for this position, both written and spoken. Job interviews for this position will be (partly) in English. Please send us your application document in English as well.  

First 3-6 months will be based in Arnhem, The Netherlands before moving to Johor Bahru, Malaysia on a residential basis (for about 3 to 5 years). Only Schengen passport holders can apply due to Dutch law and visa regulations. 

Your contribution to TenneT 

How do you help keep the Netherlands running? As Sub Project Lead Construction, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire construction process, ensuring the delivery of high-quality 2GW topsides and jackets. Starting point for this position is the Netherlands: for the first 3-6 months you’ll be based in Arnhem, The Netherlands. After this you will move to Johor Bahru, Malaysia on a residential basis.  

Additionally, you will be responsible for:  

• Technical Support & Coordination: Support a Malaysia-based specialist team, organize technical meetings, and ensure stakeholder communication.  

• Schedule & Quality Monitoring: Track project timelines, mitigate delays, and ensure yard activities align with design and contracts.  

• Contract Management: Oversee contract processes, handle changes, and ensure compliance with SHE regulations.  

• Decision-Making Support: Advise team members on technical issues and provide key information to the Lead Site Manager.  

• Construction & Commissioning: Manage commissioning, coordinate system tests, and ensure full operational readiness.  

• Procurement & Technical Management: Support procurement and oversee technical project activities, including WBS development.  

• Monitoring & Reporting: Review documentation, track progress, and report updates to the Lead Site Manager  

You will be working closely with a team of specialists, both in Malaysia and the Netherlands, to ensure that all activities meet the required technical standards and best practices. This will require close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that all parties are aligned and that the project moves forward as smoothly as possible. 

Additional information 

TenneT offers you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable and digital energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you will work on innovative solutions that enable the energy transition. At TenneT, you will have the space to develop your talents in an environment that prioritizes growth. We believe in collaboration, forward-thinking, and innovation.  

Therefore, we offer:  

• A temporary Dutch contract for 12 months and a consecutive contract will be indefinite, or 40 hours per week.  

• A salary in grade 9 €4.675 – €9.196 per month, 8% holiday allowance and 6% year-end bonus (according to CAO TSO).  

• A solid pension via ABP, with 70% of your premium paid by TenneT.  

• 43 days off per year.  

• All mentioned employment conditions apply to a full-time position unless otherwise stated.  

• During assignment in Malaysia, expat policy will be applicable. 

First 3-6 months will be based in Arnhem, The Netherlands before moving to Johor Bahru, Malaysia on a residential basis, for a period of 3 to 5 years;