Area Delivery Operations – Major Projects

KONE

. Lead and optimize delivery performance of the Major Projects portfolio .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeEspoo • FinlandSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in Major Projects delivery, focusing on project governance, risk management, and performance optimization while fostering collaboration and developing talent across cross-functional teams. Possesses a strategic mindset with a strong customer focus and commercial acumen to drive operational improvement and profitability.

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Project And Portfolio ManagementLeadership ExperienceRisk ManagementStrategic PlanningCustomer Focus

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Hard Skills

Project GovernanceForecastingPerformance ReportingExecution ExcellenceContinuous ImprovementConstruction EconomicsDelivery OperationsOperational ImprovementMajor Projects ManagementCash Flow Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationInfluencingCollaborationIntegrity

Tools & Technologies

KONE Project Framework

Industry Keywords

SafetyQualityCustomer SatisfactionProfitabilityComplex Project-Driven EnvironmentsCross-Functional TeamsStakeholder ManagementEuropean Languages

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and optimize delivery performance of the Major Projects portfolio
Ensure excellence in safety, quality, customer satisfaction, profitability, cash flow, and schedule adherence
Own project portfolio governance, planning, forecasting, risk management, and performance reporting across Europe
Drive continuous improvement and execution excellence through standardized ways of working, the KONE Project Framework, best-practice sharing, and capability development
Champion safety, quality, and customer excellence while ensuring compliance with policies, standards, and governance requirements
Partner with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Engineering, and Legal teams throughout the project lifecycle
Provide leadership in critical project reviews, escalations, and recovery initiatives
Contribute to strategic planning and executive decision-making for the Major Projects business across Europe
Develop organizational capabilities, talent, and future leadership within Major Projects
Lead an international team of four Major Projects professionals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in engineering, business, construction economics, or a related field
Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in Delivery Operations, Major Projects, construction, infrastructure, or other complex project-driven environments
Demonstrated leadership capability with a strong track record of driving performance, developing talent, fostering collaboration, and leading with integrity
Strong Project and Portfolio Management expertise, including governance, forecasting, risk management, and project execution
Strategic mindset and ability to operate at high clock speed and drive execution in a fast-paced environment
Strong customer focus and ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
Strong commercial acumen with experience managing profitability, business performance, and operational improvement
Excellent leadership, communication, and influencing skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams and driving change
Fluency in English required
Additional European languages considered an asset
Finnish is not required
Occasional travel across Europe depending on business needs and project requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee engagement-focused working culture
Innovative and collaborative working culture
Opportunities to achieve career and personal goals
Opportunities to support a healthy and balanced life
Sustainability-focused workplace
Recognition of good performance