Solar Energy Consultant

We are open to applications from candidates at Consulting levels that have previous experience project management technical advisor/ owners engineer services to a range of multi-disciplinary renewable energy projects.

As a Solar Energy Consultant you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of multi-disciplinary renewable energy projects typically focusing on (but not limited to) onshore wind, storage solutions and solar. Through a collaborative approach with multi-discipline teams, you will produce a professional and detailed report exacting the client’s requirements. 

As an experienced consultant you will be the main focal point for the client, ensuring any challenges that arise are dealt with directly and developing strong relationships to play a part in the successful financing of the project, and continued growth for the Clean Energy business across the Middle East and international markets. 

You will represent Wood as a key technical and project management resource by sharing knowledge and experience to aid overall development of competencies within the Team, Group and Company to enhance overall project delivery to clients.   

The role offers a high-profile position in a highly visible and motivated team, with the exciting opportunity to be part of a significant growth group with ambitious plans. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide project management and technical advisor/ owners engineer services to a range of multi-disciplinary renewable energy projects
• Lead and interface with a team of specialists to progress and deliver renewable energy projects through pre-construction and construction phases
• Progress projects in accordance with the pre-defined budgets, deadlines and quality requirements
• Lead and contribute to the development of technical schedules of EPC, BoP, and TSA contracts
• Lead Invitation to Tender (ITT), tender evaluation and contract negotiation processes
• Act on behalf of clients to interface with contractors, monitor and report on contractor’s progress and compliance with their contracts
• Contribute to business development activities and assist in securing new projects and opportunities for the company
• Draft robust proposals for submission to our clients
• Ensure health and safety considerations are integral to the delivery of projects and project tasks

QUALIFICATIONS

You may read these details and are potentially thinking about not applying due to not having every single skill, knowledge or experience listed, and that’s understandable. However, we’d still like to hear from you. At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all the talent that is out there. We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences. So even if you feel you don’t have everything listed, but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world’s most critical challenges….do apply.

Expected: 

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering, technical or scientific discipline
• Experience in the pre-construction and construction phases of renewable energy projects
• Experience in project management for a renewable energy technology development
• Experience of working within a consultancy environment
• International experience of developing renewable energy projects
• Knowledge of forms of contract and/or experience in contract negotiations

Desirable: 

• A postgraduate qualification related to renewable energy or significant knowledge of a range of renewable energy system technologies
• Previous experience of working in a consultancy
• Stakeholder management
• Experience in delivering multiple multi-disciplinary projects simultaneously