[ref. y55584922] Renewables Advisory Project Manager

Mott MacDonald

Recruiter contact: Maria Cervantes

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

We are proud to be a one of Glassdoor’s top employers to work for in the UK, as well as being recognised as a Top Inclusive Company in the UK.

Our values: Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive, Excellence.

About the unit

Together with our clients, we’re helping to deliver the energy transition globally.

Overview of the role

This would include coordination of internal MM and external resource where applicable, deliverable reviews and origination (where applicable) and acceptance, budget and time adherence, client liaison and internal reporting. The role may also involve preparation of bids for new work and participation on other advisory and OE projects as need be.

This is a permanent role and will offer excellent prospects for career development involving different power generation technologies (wind PV, CSP, BESS…) mainly renewable energy projects.

• Guide and manage due diligence projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to gather and analyse data.
• Conduct technical assessments of renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, and other emerging technologies.
• Evaluate project feasibility, design, and performance metrics.
• Identify and assess technical risks associated with renewable energy projects.
• Develop mitigation strategies and provide recommendations to clients.
• Prepare detailed due diligence reports, summarizing findings and providing actionable insights.
• Present findings to clients and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during due diligence projects.
• Address client queries and provide expert advice on technical matters.
• Review to ensure projects comply with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on changes in regulations and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with financial analysts to integrate technical findings into financial models.
• Review financial models from a technical perspective to ensure technical aspects have been reflected correctly.
• Provide technical input for investment decisions and risk assessments.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of due diligence methodologies and tools.
• Participate in training and development programs to stay current with industry advancements.
• Work closely with other consultants and engineers to share knowledge and best practices.
• Mentor junior team members and support their professional growth.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about new technologies and trends in the renewable energy sector.
• Provide insights to support business development and strategic planning.

Candidate specification

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Industrial) or a cognate discipline; relevant master's degree is not mandatory but preferable.
• Experience in carrying out Due Diligences for Wind / Solar PV assets
• Experience managing ADDs, VDDs, TDDs.
• Desirable working knowledge of Wind / Solar PV development in the UK or Ireland.
• Knowledge of the relevant Wind / Solar PV design codes and certification requirements.
• Familiarity with PVsyst or other modelling software
• Familiar with international and local standards, codes, and regulations.
• Proactivity and problem-solving attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in English both written and verbal.

Desirable:

• Demonstrable experience of project management of other disciplines.
• APQ
• Excellent IT skills particularly MS Excel/Word/Project and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivation, ability to use own initiative, flexible, problem solving approach.
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly & concisely in English, both verbally & written and ability to explain technical issues to non-engineers, including Clients.
• Ability to produce and review technical reports for clients, so attention to detail is paramount.
• Ability to chair and present at meetings.

We are actively recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

UK Immigration

Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed