Solar Advisory Project Manager

at  Mott MacDonald

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Owing to continued growth and high demand for our services in Europe, Africa and America, we are looking for a Solar PV Project Manager to join our global energy team in the UK.
You will lead the delivery of Solar PV and Hybrid Technical Advisory projects for clients worldwide, ensuring they appropriately resourced, delivered on time and budget as well as supporting our client to increase the project value whilst reducing the risks. 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.

Role responsibilities

• 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.