Renewable Energy Development Consultant

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact Jacobs is expanding its APAC Energy & Power Generation team and is seeking a passionate and experienced Renewable Energy Development Consultant to join our team in New Zealand, based in our Christchurch, Auckland or Wellington office. This role is responsible for providing consultancy services in ANZ, with a local focus on New Zealand across a range of technologies including wind, solar and BESS. The role requires active participation in project teams in the pursuit and delivery of advisory and technical services to renewable energy clients in New Zealand in the project development and execution phases. The role involves leadership of local teams and connectivity with specialists across the Asia-Pacific region to deliver ‘whole of Jacobs’ services to our clients. Here's what you'll need Experience and skills are expected to include:

1. Current and active participation in renewable energy sector in New Zealand.
2. Early-stage project development across wind, solar and/or BESS.
3. Problem solving skills across renewable energy development phases across multiple disciplines including grid connection, environmental disciplines, stakeholder engagement, project economics and core engineering inputs.
4. Strong articulation and communication skills.
5. High quality report writing.
6. Time management and experience working on multiple projects or pursuits simultaneously.
7. Work within multi-disciplinary teams, including coordinating the input of multiple disciplines.

The following experience and skills are preferred, but not essential:

1. Experience working in consulting or for renewable energy developers.
2. A personal network within the renewable energy sector in New Zealand.
3. Understanding of commercial aspects of renewable energy development, including project economics and project financing.
4. Time on site on renewable energy projects.

Other experience and qualifications are expected to include:

1. Bachelor's or master's degree in renewable energy, engineering, environmental, economics or related field.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide broad consulting support specific to renewable energy projects, including project development and delivery.
2. Develop Jacobs’ capabilities and reputation in New Zealand, with support to Australia and Asia
   • Deliver high quality consultancy services.
   • Represent Jacobs at key thought leadership events.
   • Manage projects, delivering on cost, on time, and resulting in client satisfaction.
   • Maintain compliance with Jacobs QA procedures.
   • Mentor and facilitate the development of more junior resources.
3. Support business development, with a focus on renewable generation, and support the win of opportunities.
   • Establish and maintain relationships within the industry (e.g. prospects, past clients).
   • Enhance our reputation with clients through strong service delivery.
   • Promote a client focused culture when working within the team.
   • Bid preparation and submittals as required.
4. Promote safety culture within the organisation and with our clients.
   • Be engaged in the safety culture of Jacobs and promote safety in all aspects of project delivery.
5. Provide senior support to the group including the following:
   • Talent management: has a mentor and acts as a mentor to others, participates in technical training and holds or pursues professional certification where applicable.
   • Strategy and growth: establish relationships with local clients and involved in pursuits. Aware of local market drivers and Jacobs’ involvement.
   • Connectivity: Has a network of expertise that extends beyond their home office. Participates in community of practices and leads small teams.
   • Driving Innovation: Supports innovation and challenges our approach.
   • Project Delivery Excellence: Participates in quality management process using key tools and best practices to maximise productivity/helps identify and communicate project risks to Jacobs and our clients.

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