Project Manager, Senior Renewable Energy Consultant

~ SgurrEnergy is an international renewable energy consultancy and one of the world's leading technical advisory organizations specializing in renewable energy, power generation and transmission, including wind, solar, wave, hydro and bio energy. ~

Our success to date is based on in-depth process and engineering knowledge, applied in a practical manner to provide the best possible solutions and advice to our clients.

Owing to continued growth and high demand for its services, the company is now seeking to recruit a project manager/senior renewable energy consultant to join our expanding team based in Portland, Maine USA.

Position Overview

The position will report to the head of office, and conduct broad tasks related to independent engineering services in the renewable energy field including; project coordination, due diligence, contract review, business case and technical feasibility, direct client support and team work.

The candidate will be flexible and solutions oriented, in addition to having strong written, organizational and communication skills. A capable résumé, demonstrating industry experience as well as professional leadership is expected. SgurrEnergy Inc. works internationally with a focus on the North American market.

This is a 40 hours-per-week position, with occasional weekends/evenings for travel or meetings. 

Responsibilities

Activities will include:

• Lead the delivery of technical support services for renewable energy projects in the USA and worldwide
• Preparation and review of project plans, key equipment supply agreements and construction contracts
• Budget and schedule management
• Delivering concise written, factual reports
• Input to business development, including writing and managing proposals and leads
• Liaising with clients and potential clients

Other duties include but are not limited to:

• Attending client and site meetings and projects within the USA and internationally
• Working on active construction sites or power generation facilities
• Working under strict confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements

Qualifications

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum of Bachelors of Science degree in engineering or related field of science
• Minimum 5-years' experience working in the power industry, or minimum 2-years' direct experience in renewable energy projects
• Familiarity with power project life cycle - development, implementation, operation, decommissioning
• Excellent communication skills, coupled with a flexible and proactive approach
• Technically astute
• Ability to work with team members, self-confidence to take on individual projects
• Proficient in English language and writing skills

Desirable Criteria:

• Direct experience with industrial and commercial scale renewable generation projects, especially wind or solar energy
• Direct experience in the operation and maintenance of operating renewable energy facilities
• Experience with electrical substations and transmission systems
• Experience with the development and implementation of energy storage systems
• Experience in offshore wind projects and/or marine construction
• Ability to speak Spanish and French would be beneficial.
• The company is growing rapidly and offers excellent long-term career prospects

Compensation: Salary is negotiable - dependent upon experience. Benefits include health, dental, life insurances and self-directed retirement plan.

To Apply

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