SSAB - Deputy Director of Strategic Projects Transformation Project

Presentation:

Are you an experienced project leader ready to take on one of the largest industrial transformation projects in the Nordics? We’re looking for a Deputy Director of Engineering Management to join a high-impact transformation program involving both brownfield and greenfield development.

Becoming part of the SSAB family means joining a journey. A journey that we believe is essential for the sustainability of this planet. Steel has been one of the most important materials for developing our society and it will continue to be so. In the roofs over our heads, in the bridges connecting our cities and in the cars of tomorrow. At SSAB we are proud of our history and leadership in high-strength steel. But we are also aware that the production of steel is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases in the world. That has to change. That is why we have developed the world’s first fossil free steel production and has committed to becoming largely fossil-free. As part of SSAB you will be instrumental in realizing this goal and push for the green transformation of the whole steel industry.

About the position

You will in this role support the Project Director by leading the on-site execution of construction works across the Transformation Project, with a specific focus on delivery of specific Construction Area project, ensuring alignment with project goals for safety, quality, cost, and schedule. The scope is from design and planning through procurement, execution, and final delivery. This is a unique opportunity to work in a Nordic setting, with strong focus on value creation, sustainability, and collaboration across multiple technical disciplines and international partners.

Main responsibilities

• Lead site execution across your assigned Construction Area, ensuring smooth daily operations and coordination between contractors, OEMs, and project teams.
• Provide leadership and support to Area Project Managers, resolving escalations and driving progress.
• Monitor construction progress, clear blockers, and align daily/weekly activities with the master schedule and critical path.
• Track performance using SPI/CPI and productivity indicators in collaboration with Project Controls.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and security standards across all site activities.
• Manage site-level risks, logistics, and technical queries in coordination with Engineering and Procurement.

About You

• We’re looking for a dynamic, strategic and hands-on leader with deep Project Management experience from Capex-projects and the ability to motivate and align large teams.
• You’ve led a project/design organization in a project that exceeds 10 billion SEK and hold a senior role in two other relevant projects for this position.
• Extensive experience in leading complex industrial construction projects in heavy industry sectors, including brownfield and greenfield environments.
• Strong working knowledge of site execution management, construction methodologies, contract execution, safety leadership, and interface coordination with OEMs, engineering, and civil contractors.
• Skilled at managing multidisciplinary project teams and complex project interfaces.
• Confident in delivering construction projects safely, on time, and within budget under high-pressure conditions.
• You lead through clarity, trust, and engagement-empowering teams to drive forward independently.
• Comfortable solving complex problems in innovative and unconventional ways.
• PMI Project management certification is preferred.

Our offer

At SSAB we strive for a diverse and inclusive environment. We use our values – driven, true and ahead – in making everyday decisions, keeping the customer at the heart of what we do. This makes us all team players, each with the drive to improve. When joining SSAB you will become part of an organization of passionate problem solvers working together on important challenges. We will support your growth by providing a safe and friendly workplace that contributes to work-life balance. If you set out to achieve it, at SSAB you will have the possibility of broadening your skills and grow within your field or beyond.

We offer a wide range of appreciated benefits to our employees. Some examples of these are listed here:

Profit sharing

Life balance through reduction of working hours

Wellness grants

Recruitment process

1. Apply

2. Interview

3. Come and meet us

4. Reference Check

5. Health Examination

6. Sign

Background check may be a part of the recruitment process.

Got questions about this position?

Contact Karoline Vikingdotter Törmä, Director HR Group Functions & Transformation Office, phone +46 70 538 94 63.

Contact Karoline by e-mail - karoline.v.torma@ssab.com

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Word from your future manager

"SSAB has taken the lead to transform the steel industry to a fossil free value chain. We initiated the HYBRIT initiative and our currently transforming two of our Nordic production sites, Oxelösund and Luleå. For me personally, this is the most meaningful and challenging job I have had in SSAB and feel privileged to be part of the core team leading our Luleå Mini Mill project. As overall responsible for leading this project and SSAB´s transformation in Luleå I have a task to build a world class project team. We are now looking for an experienced Deputy Director of Strategic Projects to join SSAB Owner´s team. You will join a dedicated and experienced multi-cultural project team combining global experience from all corners of the world. I can offer you a real challenge!"

Carl Orrling, Ph.D, CTO, VP Technology & Transformation Office