Civil Engineering Manager

at  Scatec

Overview:
Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• Civil Engineering Degree (B.Eng); Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineering Registration (or similar Chartered Engineer registration)
• Design management of complex Civil infrastructure (foundations, drainage, roads and buildings)
• Understanding of Resident Engineer management of complex Infrastructure projects
• Sound knowledge of CAD knowledge and AutoCAD civil 3D (or similar numerical modelling software)
• 10+ years civil engineering experience
• 5+ years Solar and Wind energy experience
• Foundation design/Geotechnical Investigations or hydrological modelling/ drainage design experience
• Roads/pavement or Structural design analysis and bending schedules
• Ideal: Hydroelectric Power experience
• Offshore structural/geotechnical design
• Floating PV/ marine design experience
• Friction and end bearing Pile design experience
• Culvert sizing and Channel design
• Slope stability and Retaining wall design
• An excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Sound knowledge of GIS software
• Language: Fluent both written and spoken in English
• Valid driver’s license and passport

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Currently we are looking for a Civil Engineering Manager in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Civil Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the following main processes: Manage the civil engineering discipline regionally and deliver high quality and cost-efficient concepts and solutions for business development opportunities and construction projects within ground mounted PV, floating PV and wind power.
Manage the progress of geotechnical, hydrological, civil, structural technical deliverables for our EPC projects regionally. Manage the technical resources in region.

IMPORTANT ROLE INTERFACES:

• The Engineering Manager is part of Regional Engineering management team
• Work closely with Senior Engineering Manager and global team
• Follow-up engineering progress on projects regionally by working with regional Project Managers and Project Technical Managers
• Provide continuous input towards improvement and optimisation of the operating system
• Overview of renewable energy technologies and energy storage solutions. Market trends, different players, business models
• Leading expert in relevant engineering disciplines (civil, wind, solar, hydro, BESS). Understanding of the integration of technologies into the system designs.
• Use, implementation, continuous improvement and optimization of the operating system (processes, procedures, templates and tools)
• Understand all relevant contracts (FIM, EPC, O&M, Grid Connection, PPA, etc) and ensure compliance with all contractual requirements
• Initiate manage and drive implementation of projects or processes in line with agreed project charter and aligned with expectations for time, quality and costs.
• Overview of cost drivers in EPC projects, cost benchmarks, market trends, cost sensitivity etc.
• Ability to prepare reports in line with relevant quality requirements and communicate/ present findings in a good way, adapted to the audience of the report/presentation.
• Communicate effectively with other departments, external parties such as suppliers, contractors, lenders and management

FOR THE PARTICULAR ROLE WE ALSO EXPECT

• Leadership values
• Demonstrate: passion for leadership and skills to develop and coach others
• Strong feedback and storytelling skills to provide direction
• Solid business and market understanding
• Leadership within Compliance and HSSE
• Able to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven project environment.
• Continuous learning, skill development and skills transfer abilities