Senior Solar Renewable Energy Consultant at Wood in Glasgow, Lanarkshire, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

team management

financial management

client interface

solar assessment

project delivery

site visits

Manage multi-discipline teams of engineers (and other technical staff) in the completion of technical due diligence assignments for exacting clients
Manage the financial performance of projects
Follow up on leads to generate new work
Act as main interface and manage the relationship with clients
Assess solar energy projects on behalf of lenders, investors and other project stakeholders
Deliver tasks on time, to budget and to the required standard
Attend client meetings and undertake site visits within the UK and globally
Represent the company at conferences and seminars in order to enhance personal knowledge and / or establish business development leads
Comply with internal systems and processes for project management governance
Assist graduate engineers and less experienced team members

Requirements

solar pv

pvsyst

python

masters

project management

risk

Good communication skills (written and verbal)
Demonstrably strong report writing skills
Understanding of categorisation and mitigation of risk
Understanding of technical aspects of Solar PV infrastructure projects
Experience in the development, construction and operation of Solar PV projects
Ability to speak a second language
Prior experience in solar PV yield software, e.g. PVSYST or data analysis for operational energy yields
Awareness of financial analysis/modelling
Understanding of commercial aspects of renewable energy infrastructure projects (including project finance)
Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
Understanding of technical aspects of solar contract documents (EPC, O&M, MSA, GSA, PPA etc)
Experience in conducting technical due diligence on infrastructure projects or in a team on an infrastructure project or supply chain (commercial management, contract negotiation, contract management, permitting, procurement)
Competent user of Microsoft Word and Excel
Demonstrable project management experience
Data analysis skills for operational energy yields e.g. prior experience with Python or SQL
Masters degree in renewable energy with modules on solar power
Driving licence
Educated to degree level in engineering or another scientific subject complementary to working in technical due diligence

Benefits

Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
Energy Transition Academy – join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
Access to Advisory Services training – you can access a library of unique training material developed by experts within advisory services, take the opportunity to use these and add to them sharing your own expertise

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

₤5.9 billion

Revenue

The company reported total revenue of $5.9 billion, reflecting an 8% increase from the previous year’s $5.5 billion.

9% growth

Adjusted EBITDA

Wood's adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) grew by 9%, reaching $423 million.

40% of pipeline

Sustainable Solutions

Sustainable solutions now account for over 40% of the company's bidding pipeline, highlighting a strong focus on green initiatives.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, primarily serving the energy and materials markets.
The company offers a wide array of services including project and construction management, operations and maintenance, and engineering design across various sectors such as oil and gas, chemicals, renewable energy, and infrastructure.
Wood operates in multiple countries including Australia, Canada, England, UAE, and the US, with a growing emphasis on sustainable energy and decarbonization technologies.
The company provides an integrated service model covering advisory, design, delivery, operational support, and repurposing services.

Culture + Values

The company foster a culture emphasize collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Create an environment where employees enjoy coming to work and clients eager to engage.
Focus on core values and behaviors, including commitment, courage, and agility in delivering solutions.
Leadership plays a crucial role in monitoring and nurturing the culture.
Engage with the workforce regularly to ensure effective implementation across the organization.
The company's values support strategic goals structured around three main pillars: Inspired Culture, Performance Excellence, and Profitable Growth.
These pillars guide operations and decision-making processes, aligning with the needs of employees, clients, and shareholders.
Aim to leverage expertise and dedication of global team to drive sustainable solutions and make meaningful impact on the world.

Environment + Sustainability

65% reduction

Cumulative Emissions Reduction

The cumulative reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from the 2019 baseline.

55% renewable energy

Sourced Electricity

Proportion of purchased electricity now sourced from certified renewable energy sources.

40% pipeline

Sustainable Solutions

The portion of the sales pipeline now comprised of sustainable solutions, supporting the energy transition.

21% revenue

Sustainable Solutions

The proportion of total group revenue generated from sustainable solutions.

Focus on transitioning to renewable energy sources and enhancing energy efficiency across operations.
Committed to reducing single-use plastics and promoting sustainable practices within the supply chain.
Actively involved in renewable energy, hydrogen, and carbon capture and storage projects, representing a significant portion of revenue.
Working on more than half of the world’s carbon capture and storage projects.
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, aligning with the Paris Agreement.
Member of the United Nations Global Compact, committing to uphold principles in human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption.
Holds an AA rating in the MSCI ESG Ratings and Silver in the 2023 Ecovadis Sustainability Rating.
Targets to have 100% of suppliers incorporate Building Responsibly Principles into their supply chains by 2030, with all labor suppliers expected to comply by 2025.

Inclusion & Diversity

32% Female Representation

2022 Female Representation

The company achieved 32% female representation in 2022.

48% Female Intake

2023 Early Career Roles

In 2023, 48% of early career roles were filled by women.

23.3% GPG

Gender Pay Gap 2023

The company's Gender Pay Gap decreased to 23.3% in 2023 from 26.0% in 2022.

40% FemaleLeadership Target

2030 Female Leadership Goal

The company aims for 40% female representation in senior leadership by 2030.

Ongoing efforts include refreshing and expanding employee networks, empowering leadership teams with action plans for sustainable, inclusive change, maintaining focus on balanced early career stage intake, and ongoing tracking of diversity statistics.
Ensures fair pay practices, confirming that pay disparities are due to the gender distribution across roles, not equal pay issues.
DEI progress is measured quarterly, with oversight provided by the Board through the Nomination Committee.

Articles

Wood’s Sustainability Review 2022

Wood’s sustainability approach 2022-2025

Youtube video on recruitment process

CEO Ken Gilmartin’s reflections after 1 year of being CEO

2023 Gender Pay Gap Report

A-Z Expertise

Role

Description

team management

financial management

client interface

solar assessment

project delivery

site visits

Manage multi-discipline teams of engineers (and other technical staff) in the completion of technical due diligence assignments for exacting clients
Manage the financial performance of projects
Follow up on leads to generate new work
Act as main interface and manage the relationship with clients
Assess solar energy projects on behalf of lenders, investors and other project stakeholders
Deliver tasks on time, to budget and to the required standard
Attend client meetings and undertake site visits within the UK and globally
Represent the company at conferences and seminars in order to enhance personal knowledge and / or establish business development leads
Comply with internal systems and processes for project management governance
Assist graduate engineers and less experienced team members

Requirements

solar pv

pvsyst

python

masters

project management

risk

Good communication skills (written and verbal)
Demonstrably strong report writing skills
Understanding of categorisation and mitigation of risk
Understanding of technical aspects of Solar PV infrastructure projects
Experience in the development, construction and operation of Solar PV projects
Ability to speak a second language
Prior experience in solar PV yield software, e.g. PVSYST or data analysis for operational energy yields
Awareness of financial analysis/modelling
Understanding of commercial aspects of renewable energy infrastructure projects (including project finance)
Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
Understanding of technical aspects of solar contract documents (EPC, O&M, MSA, GSA, PPA etc)
Experience in conducting technical due diligence on infrastructure projects or in a team on an infrastructure project or supply chain (commercial management, contract negotiation, contract management, permitting, procurement)
Competent user of Microsoft Word and Excel
Demonstrable project management experience
Data analysis skills for operational energy yields e.g. prior experience with Python or SQL
Masters degree in renewable energy with modules on solar power
Driving licence
Educated to degree level in engineering or another scientific subject complementary to working in technical due diligence

Benefits

Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
Energy Transition Academy – join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
Access to Advisory Services training – you can access a library of unique training material developed by experts within advisory services, take the opportunity to use these and add to them sharing your own expertise

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

₤5.9 billion

Revenue

The company reported total revenue of $5.9 billion, reflecting an 8% increase from the previous year’s $5.5 billion.

9% growth

Adjusted EBITDA

Wood's adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) grew by 9%, reaching $423 million.

40% of pipeline

Sustainable Solutions

Sustainable solutions now account for over 40% of the company's bidding pipeline, highlighting a strong focus on green initiatives.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, primarily serving the energy and materials markets.
The company offers a wide array of services including project and construction management, operations and maintenance, and engineering design across various sectors such as oil and gas, chemicals, renewable energy, and infrastructure.
Wood operates in multiple countries including Australia, Canada, England, UAE, and the US, with a growing emphasis on sustainable energy and decarbonization technologies.
The company provides an integrated service model covering advisory, design, delivery, operational support, and repurposing services.

Culture + Values

The company foster a culture emphasize collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Create an environment where employees enjoy coming to work and clients eager to engage.
Focus on core values and behaviors, including commitment, courage, and agility in delivering solutions.
Leadership plays a crucial role in monitoring and nurturing the culture.
Engage with the workforce regularly to ensure effective implementation across the organization.
The company's values support strategic goals structured around three main pillars: Inspired Culture, Performance Excellence, and Profitable Growth.
These pillars guide operations and decision-making processes, aligning with the needs of employees, clients, and shareholders.
Aim to leverage expertise and dedication of global team to drive sustainable solutions and make meaningful impact on the world.

Environment + Sustainability

65% reduction

Cumulative Emissions Reduction

The cumulative reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from the 2019 baseline.

55% renewable energy

Sourced Electricity

Proportion of purchased electricity now sourced from certified renewable energy sources.

40% pipeline

Sustainable Solutions

The portion of the sales pipeline now comprised of sustainable solutions, supporting the energy transition.

21% revenue

Sustainable Solutions

The proportion of total group revenue generated from sustainable solutions.

Focus on transitioning to renewable energy sources and enhancing energy efficiency across operations.
Committed to reducing single-use plastics and promoting sustainable practices within the supply chain.
Actively involved in renewable energy, hydrogen, and carbon capture and storage projects, representing a significant portion of revenue.
Working on more than half of the world’s carbon capture and storage projects.
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, aligning with the Paris Agreement.
Member of the United Nations Global Compact, committing to uphold principles in human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption.
Holds an AA rating in the MSCI ESG Ratings and Silver in the 2023 Ecovadis Sustainability Rating.
Targets to have 100% of suppliers incorporate Building Responsibly Principles into their supply chains by 2030, with all labor suppliers expected to comply by 2025.

Inclusion & Diversity

32% Female Representation

2022 Female Representation

The company achieved 32% female representation in 2022.

48% Female Intake

2023 Early Career Roles

In 2023, 48% of early career roles were filled by women.

23.3% GPG

Gender Pay Gap 2023

The company's Gender Pay Gap decreased to 23.3% in 2023 from 26.0% in 2022.

40% FemaleLeadership Target

2030 Female Leadership Goal

The company aims for 40% female representation in senior leadership by 2030.

Ongoing efforts include refreshing and expanding employee networks, empowering leadership teams with action plans for sustainable, inclusive change, maintaining focus on balanced early career stage intake, and ongoing tracking of diversity statistics.
Ensures fair pay practices, confirming that pay disparities are due to the gender distribution across roles, not equal pay issues.
DEI progress is measured quarterly, with oversight provided by the Board through the Nomination Committee.

Articles

Wood’s Sustainability Review 2022

Wood’s sustainability approach 2022-2025

Youtube video on recruitment process

CEO Ken Gilmartin’s reflections after 1 year of being CEO

2023 Gender Pay Gap Report

A-Z Expertise