Head of Project Engineering - London, United Kingdom - Climate17

Climate17

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Our client is a fast growing, vertically integrated renewable energy company, focused on developing, financing, building, owning and operating large-scale renewable energy projects.

They are a dynamic and entrepreneurial company, comprising of a growing team of highly experienced industry experts.

They currently have a grid secured multi-year pipeline of 60+ sites in excess of 10GW and have recently closed a £600m capital raise to build out this pipeline with a leading financial partner.

Due to this, they are actively seeking to recruit a Head of Project Engineering to join their rapidly growing technical team.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of engineering professionals to support the development, construction, and acquisition of largescale solar and BESS projects, with future expansion into hydrogen and waste to energy
Serve as a technical expert for all aspects of design for low voltage AC and DC systems
Oversee key project engineeringworkstreams, which include:
Technical advisory workstream on new builds and for special projects
Yield assessment process from earlystage development through to project delivery
Design optimisation process
EPC and ICP design review
Supporting the project delivery team during PAC and FAC processes by leading technical workstreams
Lead the development and participate in negotiation of key EPC and ICP contract technical appendices including Principle's Requirements, Testing and Commissioning, Technical Documentation, etc.
Support and lead workstreams related to innovation projects in BESS, hydrogen and other technologies
Conduct occasional site visits during construction, to ensure projects are built to high standards
Serve as company expert on key technologies by developing supplier relationships and monitoring trends
Support EPC tender process through creation of specifications and reviewing responses

The role will be based from their office in London. They offer hybrid working, with most teams splitting their week between home and office.

Requirements:

years of experience in renewables, ideally in development and construction

Degree or relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering
Deep understanding of solar, BESS (preferable), and LV system design and construction, including applicable British and international standards
Working knowledge of HV system design and equipment
Well versed in working with Technical Advisors for project delivery, ideally holding relationships with leading companies
Experience leading a team of highperforming engineers
Hold relationships with key ICP and EPC contractors and equipment suppliers
Forward thinking, a problem solver and solution provider
Able to promote a positive working culture within the team
Strong organisational and communication skills
Process focused with ability and drive to develop key processes for design, commissioning and construction