Are you our next Head of Program and Project Management?

Nel Hydrogen is a global leader in the production of electrolysers for renewable hydrogen production. As part of our ongoing growth and commitment to innovation, we are excited to announce a unique opportunity to join our team as the Head of Program and Project Management. This role offers the chance to play a pivotal part in shaping Nel’s product development strategy and processes, leading projects that will drive the future of clean hydrogen technology.

About the Role:
As the Head of Program and Project Management, you will lead and oversee key product development initiatives, ensuring the successful delivery of product development projects that align with Nel’s strategic objectives. A key initial focus will be implementing and embedding a fit for purpose stage-gate model, capturing all stages in the development process from initiation to launch.

This is a high-impact role where you will also mentor and guide a small but dedicated team of project managers. Reporting to Nel’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will provide regular updates to senior leadership on program progress, risk, and outcomes, and play a critical part in driving continuous improvement in our project management practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and develop a best-in-class Program and Project Management Office (PMO) for product development projects
• Introduce and implement an efficient stage-gate model, fostering a culture of efficient governance and accountability
• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of multiple cross-functional projects within Nel’s electrolyser portfolio
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across R&D, operations, products, and business functions to ensure projects are aligned and meet their objectives
• Lead and mentor a small team of project managers, building project management capability within the organization
• Take on the role of project manager for selected key projects, driving them to successful completion
• Monitor and report on program progress, risks, and outcomes, providing transparent updates to senior leadership

Your Profile:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, with an MBA or equivalent, ideally complemented by industrial project/product experience
• Proven experience working with stage-gate models and in the successful product deliveries of industrial or technology projects
• Strong portfolio project planning skills, with a history of collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and functions
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical information and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to address technical challenges efficiently
• Ability to lead, motivate, and guide teams toward shared goals, while maintaining a structured and organized approach to tasks

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong initiative to drive projects forward
• Creative in solving problems, with the ability to think strategically and act decisively
• Strong organizational skills, capable of balancing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across locations and disciplines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

At Nel, you will join a community where your expertise does more than service a company – it supports a vision. Step into a role where your professional skills will have an impact on the future of green energy. Are you ready? We are! Let's build a greener tomorrow, together.

Additional information:

Work location: Karenslyst allé 49, Oslo.

Contact information: For further information please contact Chief Technology Officer Marius Løken at malok@nelhydrogen.com or Talent Acquisition Specialist Robin Sandbakk at robsa@nelhydrogen.com.

To apply for the position: We only accept and process digitally received applications, through our application system. All applications will be processed continuously.