Octopus Energy is a global renewable energy company, focused on providing clean, sustainable energy.
Purpose of the roleThe Construction Asset Manager will act as OEGEN’s representative and client agent for construction projects, ensuring that time, cost, quality, HSE, and ESG standards are consistently achieved. This role covers multi-technology projects (wind, solar, storage, and hybrids) and will work across the full lifecycle - from due diligence, contract negotiation, and construction oversight, through to handover and operational readiness. You will report to the Construction Director (CoE) and work closely with fund-aligned commercial and financial teams, technical asset managers, and external partners (EPCs, OEMs, owner’s engineers, advisors, and regulators).Whilst we maintain a degree of flexibility, this position requires an average of 3 days in the office per week in LondonWhat you'll doProject ownership & oversight:Lead OEGEN’s oversight of certain construction projects, ensuring they are delivered against the investment case safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest qualityManage the construction risk register, identifying and mitigating risks early, andcapitalising on opportunitiesOversee contract scope, EPC/OEM delivery, and major remedial works across multiple technologiesCase & risk management (CoE framework)Log, triage, and manage construction-related cases in the CoE system, ensuring transparent reporting and escalation where requiredProvide structured risk and opportunity reports to fund leads and boardsTechnical and contractual leadershipSupport negotiation and drafting of EPC and O&M contracts, ensuring technical appendices and scopes of work reflect best-in-market standardsCritique technical due diligence reports, yield assumptions, construction plans, challenging advisors and contractors where necessaryStakeholder & fund engagementPresent progress, risks, and recommendations to boards, lenders, and fund heads bi-weekly ops meetings, monthly briefings, quarterly reviews)Collaborate with commercial and financial teams on transactions (financing, acquisitions, divestments), ensuring construction considerations are fully addressedHSE & ESGChampion OEGEN’s safety culture, focusing on contractor compliance with CDM and SHE policies, and embedding ESG principles in construction deliveryReview and enforce project-specific HSE plans and conduct regular site visitsHandover & continuous improvementEnsure smooth transition from construction into operations, including delivery of as-built documentation, warranties, permits, and asset readiness packsCapture and embed lessons learned into CoE frameworks, driving continualimprovementWhat you'll needProven experience in construction project management within renewable energy (wind, solar, or storage) with multi-technology exposure preferredDegree or professional qualification in engineering (electrical, civil, or mechanical)Strong knowledge of EPC delivery, contractual frameworks, and project finance interfacesDeep understanding of HSE regulations, CDM, ESG requirements, and riskmanagement in constructionAbility to interpret engineering drawings, Gantt charts, technical specifications, and complex contractual documentationStrong commercial and numerical acumen, with experience managing budgets andfinancial risk reportingExcellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into clear recommendations for fund leaders and non-technical stakeholdersFlexibility, resilience, and a “can do” attitude, with the ability to manage multipleprojects under pressureWillingness to travel regularly across the UK and Europe to project sitesWhy join the CoE?This is a unique opportunity to be part of a specialist centre of excellence, where you’ll shape the way construction asset management is delivered across technologies. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring consistency, transparency, and operational excellence in how OEGEN delivers and transitions assets, strengthening investor confidence and long-term portfolio performance💚 Why else you'll love it here💰 Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit!🎉 Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co-owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We were recently named the UK's top company to work for, and we ranked in the top ten in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. Our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people. We’ve also been placed in the top 10 companies for senior leadership
The Construction Asset Manager will act as OEGEN’s representative and client agent for construction projects, ensuring that time, cost, quality, HSE, and ESG standards are consistently achieved. This role covers multi-technology projects (wind, solar, storage, and hybrids) and will work across the full lifecycle - from due diligence, contract negotiation, and construction oversight, through to handover and operational readiness. You will report to the Construction Director (CoE) and work closely with fund-aligned commercial and financial teams, technical asset managers, and external partners (EPCs, OEMs, owner’s engineers, advisors, and regulators).
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As part of our Centre of Excellence (CoE) for technical, construction, contracts, HSE, and operational management, we are seeking an experienced Construction Asset Manager to drive best practice and ensure successful delivery of 1GW of projects from development through construction and into operations.
Whilst we maintain a degree of flexibility, this position requires an average of 3 days in the office per week in London
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