Technical Due Diligence Director- BESS and Solar (Director Level) at Erm in Glasgow, United Kingdom | Dublin, Ireland | Bristol, United Kingdom | Cardiff, United Kingdom | London, United Kingdom | Manchester, United Kingdom | Edinburgh, United Kingdom | Kablio
Technical Due Diligence Director- BESS and Solar (Director Level)
Erm
Global consultancy delivering environmental, health, safety, risk, social and sustainability services.
Lead BESS & Solar technical due diligence, grow client base, and manage a consulting team.
8 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Glasgow, United Kingdom | Dublin, Ireland | Bristol, United Kingdom | Cardiff, United Kingdom | London, United Kingdom | Manchester, United Kingdom | Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
8,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Consulting
Sustainability
Engineering
Risk Management
Health & Safety
Environmental Impact Assessment
Geotechnical Engineering
Water Management
Sector Specialisms
Chemical
Financial Services
Manufacturing
Mining & Metals
Oil & Gas
Pharmaceutical
Power
Renewables
Role
Description
due diligence
report delivery
proposal development
project delivery
client management
talent development
Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and other documents for client deliverables and for other stakeholders
Provide leadership for the BESS Solar PV technical due diligence team
Identify, support, and help develop service proposals for new and existing clients, from pre-RFP preparation to proposal production to close-out
Structure content and author substantive sections of technical reports, and direct mid and junior staff contributions to technical reports
Actively team with colleagues in other offices, regions, and practices to identify and pursue opportunities and generate revenue
Assemble and lead project teams delivering on complex client engagements and ensure high quality work products and the effective use of resources
Contribute to renewable energy market thought leadership, internal research, and model development and design
Personal and active involvement in sourcing, selecting, developing and training of talent in conjunction with the relevant regional business leader and other members of the management team
Manage, and contribute to as subject matter expert (SME), consulting engagements in the renewable energy sector, particularly technical due diligence (TDD), vendors due diligence (VDD), and lenders technical advisory (LTA) for BESS and solar projects globally
Develop long-term client relationships and seek opportunities for follow-up work with clients
Provide leadership by modelling high standards of performance and professionalism
Build, manage, and maintain client relationships
Assist partners in securing new consulting engagements
Requirements
bachelor's
certifications
software tools
solar energy
business development
communication
Demonstrated thought leadership through industry publications and related forums
High level of personal credibility and work ethic with staff and consistently demonstrating sound judgment
Minimum Bachelor’s degree qualification in engineering, environmental sciences, renewable energy technology, business administration, and/or related discipline
Relevant professional and/or Industry certifications
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Skilled in business development and able to improve client service experience
Demonstrate strong negotiation and facilitation skills with the ability to motivate, persuade and build consensus
Extensive experience in the solar energy business (e.g., advisory, project development, permitting, construction, asset management)
Track record of business development, collaborative sales pursuits, and client service
Proficiency with standard industry software tools
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Revenue $1.3B
Annual Revenue
Reports over US$1.3 billion annually.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates across over 40 countries.
KKR Backing
Since 2021
Privately owned and backed by KKR since 2021.
Thousands Annually
Projects Undertaken
Undertakes thousands of projects each year.
Flourished through merging UK and US consultancies, building a truly global footprint.
Has carried out major environmental assessments for projects like High Speed 1, HS2, Keystone and Dakota Access pipelines.
Works in sectors from mining, energy and chemicals to manufacturing, pharma, power, renewables, finance and TMT.
Combines strategic advisory and technical delivery, using digital tools and proprietary methodologies.
Notably led environmental impact assessments for cross-border hydroelectric, rail and oil infrastructure.
Culture + Values
Safety is our number one priority.
We are passionate about what we do.
We collaborate to achieve excellence.
We take personal responsibility and act with integrity.
We embrace change and seek innovative solutions.
We care about our people and work with them to unlock their potential.
Environment + Sustainability
50% reduction
Carbon Footprint Reduction
Aiming to reduce operational carbon footprint by half by 2025.
70M tons CO2
CO2 Emissions Reduced
Helped clients reduce emissions by over 70 million tons of CO2 equivalent annually.
Committed to achieving net zero by 2030.
Works with clients to support the transition to renewable energy sources.
Aims to incorporate sustainability into all aspects of business decision-making.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% women
Senior Leadership Team
Half of the senior leadership team consists of women, reflecting strong gender diversity at executive levels.
40% by 2025
Global Workforce Goal
Aim to achieve 40% female representation in the global workforce by the year 2025, demonstrating a commitment to broader diversity initiatives.
Active tracking
Gender Balance Monitoring
The company consistently monitors and reports on gender balance across all levels of the organization to ensure ongoing progress and accountability.
They have introduced initiatives to support the recruitment and retention of diverse talent.