CPH City & Port Development is looking for trained engineers/project managers - construction
CPH City & Port Development is looking for experienced project managers for the Construction Department
The organisation writes:
Do you want to use your engineering experience to influence the development of the Copenhagen of the future? And are you motivated by being on the client side in large and complex construction and infrastructure projects?
Then you might be one of our future colleagues in the Construction Department.
For our construction and infrastructure projects in Copenhagen, we are looking for experienced project managers who can take responsibility for planning, management and implementation. You will have the opportunity to work on projects that help create the framework for new districts and a cohesive city.
About the job
As a project manager, you will be part of CPH City & Port Development's Construction Department. We handle projects within storm surge protection, shore power and port projects as well as the establishment of the overall infrastructure in our development areas. This includes roads, supply lines, canals, bridges, urban spaces, green areas and parking garages. The projects are carried out in close collaboration with, among others, consultants, contractors, utility companies and authorities.
You will be part of a committed and competent professional environment, where we collaborate to find solutions to complex challenges. Here you will be responsible for your own projects and will be a key driving force in ensuring that the projects are planned and carried out safely and purposefully with a focus on time, economy and quality. The role gives you good opportunities to bring your professionalism, judgement and experience into play as well as influence the projects' solutions and progress.
Your most important tasks will be to:
Manage construction and infrastructure projects from the initial phases to design, execution and handover.
Handle the role of the client and ensure progress, quality, economy and compliance with schedules.
Plan, manage and follow up on design and execution.
Coordinate the collaboration with consultants, contractors, utility companies, authorities and other stakeholders.
Ensure a constructive and solution-oriented collaboration across disciplines and organisations.
Handle contractual, financial and technical matters in the projects.
Follow up on the project finances and prepare financial forecasts in collaboration with the department's project coordinators.
Contribute to risk management, decision-making and reporting in connection with the projects.
Contribute to the development of the Construction Department's work processes, methods and professional environment.
About you
You are a trained civil engineer and have about 5-10 years of experience in project management in construction, construction, infrastructure or a related area. Your experience may have been gained with a public or private developer, a consulting engineering company or a contractor.
You have knowledge of the different phases of the project and are used to taking independent responsibility for driving complex projects forward. You work in a structured way, have a good financial overview and manage to maintain direction and decisiveness, even when there are many stakeholders and considerations in play.
In addition, we would like you to:
Has experience in negotiating and collaborating with consultants, contractors and authorities.
Thrive in an organization with many interfaces and where the projects have great public and political attention.
Can identify risks and translate problems into concrete decisions and solutions.
Works independently and takes responsibility for the progress and results of the projects.
Are clear and trustworthy in your communication and can create good relationships.
Can stand firm on the project's goals and framework, while at the same time being open to professional dialogue and different perspectives.
Communicates in Danish, both in writing and orally.
About CPH City & Port Development
At CPH City & Port Development, you will meet a culture characterized by an informal working environment, where cooperation, professionalism and respect are in focus. We offer flexible working conditions in an exciting and dynamic organisation as well as a range of employee benefits that contribute to the well-being and development of our employees.
You will have your daily routine in our beautiful historic building at Nordre Toldbod with a view of the Citadel and the entire waterfront.
Working hours and place
The working hours are 37 hours a week excluding lunch. The workplace is Nordre Toldbod 7, 1259 Copenhagen K., and at our project offices in Nordhavn and East Amager, etc.
Additional Info
If you want to know more about the position, you are welcome to contact Port Builder and Facility Manager, Hans Vasehus, on phone 20 80 98 88.
In the period 6 to 20 October, you are welcome to contact HR Consultant, Sofia Søgaard Henriksen, on phone 24 41 49 59 or HR Partner, Pia Hylle Larsen, on phone 21 46 18 31.
The application deadline is Sunday 25 October 2026. We process applications on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
CPH City & Port Development encourages all qualified candidates, regardless of age, gender, religion or ethnic background, to apply for the positions.
Application deadline
25-10-2026
Starting date
Start as soon as possible
Working hours
37 hours per week
Job type
Permanent employment
Engineer
Website
Contact
Hans Vasehus
Plant Manager
20 80 98 88
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