Senior Project Lead

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Project Lead to drive and deliver high-impact internal projects across the Subsea Production Systems (SPS) organization. This role is fully focused on leading cross-functional, non-commercial projects—such as enterprise system implementations, business improvement initiatives, and the transformation of internal business processes.

You’ll own projects from strategic alignment through execution and post-review, with direct visibility among senior stakeholders. This position is ideal for a seasoned project professional who combines strong leadership and PM discipline with a deep understanding of organizational change, digital transformation, and value-driven delivery.

If you thrive in complex environments, can lead with influence across functions, and want to make a real impact on how we operate globally—this is your opportunity.

About the company

At NOV, we deliver safe, high-quality, technology-driven equipment, services, and support that are essential to the global energy industry. Our mission is simple: we power the industry that powers the world.

At NOV’s business unit Subsea Production Systems (SPS) we empower the energy sector with passion, expertise, and forward-thinking solutions. We develop reliable and efficient subsea energy production products that enhance our customers’ energy portfolios. With strong roots in the offshore oil and gas industry, we are also at the forefront of future technologies such as water treatment, ammonia storage, carbon injection, and wind energy—helping to reduce CO₂ emissions and drive the energy transition.

SPS is headquartered in Brøndby, Denmark, with production sites in Kalundborg (DK), Porto do Acu (Br), Glenrothes (UK) and offices in Stavanger and Oslo (No), Rio de Janeiro ( Br), and Houston (US).  Globally, our team includes around 1,500 dedicated professionals, contributing to NOV’s workforce of approximately 34,000 employees.

What We Offer

• High-Impact, Non-Commercial Projects – Lead the transformation of our internal systems and ways of working—no client-facing pressure, just meaningful change that shapes the future of SPS.
• Strategic Ownership & Visibility – Work directly with senior leaders and governance boards on initiatives tied to real business value and long-term impact.
• Global Collaboration Across Functions – Engage with cross-disciplinary teams and global stakeholders across regions, disciplines, and sites.
• Stability & Development – Join a globally recognized leader in the energy sector with long-term career paths and investment in professional development.
• Attractive and Transparent Compensation – Receive a competitive salary and benefits package, aligned with your skills and contributions, including comprehensive insurance and development opportunities.
• An Innovation-Led Culture – Join a team that values initiative, structured thinking, and practical problem-solving. Your insights will shape how we work—one improvement at a time.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex, cross-functional internal projects aligned with SPS strategic goals and business value.
• Own full project lifecycles—from early scoping and planning through execution and post-implementation review.
• Prioritize and manage initiatives based on value, timelines, resources, and organizational readiness.
• Define and oversee scope, schedules, risks, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery.
• Monitor project KPIs to track performance and support decisions.
• Present regular updates, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and governance boards.
• Drive stakeholder alignment and change management through clear communication and engagement across departments.
• Ensure adoption and integration of new processes or systems.
• Mentor junior project leads and promote a culture of learning, ownership, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and HSE policies, while contributing to the development of internal project frameworks.

Qualifications & Skills

• 5+ years of project management experience, ideally in systems implementation or business transformation within large organizations
• Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Engineering, Business, IT, or related discipline
• Strong command of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
• Formal PM training required; certification (e.g., IPMA, PMI, PRINCE2) preferred
• Experience working in production, energy, or oil & gas industries highly valued
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management across complex organizations
• Fluent in English (spoken and written) at a technical and business level
• Strategic mindset with the ability to link execution to business value
• Familiarity with change management principles (certification is a plus)
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); Power BI and project portfolio tools are a strong advantage
• Proactive, self-driven, and comfortable working independently across multiple teams