Stephanie Kay

Stephanie Kay

Consultant - PMO

Stephanie joined the Delivery Team in 2018 and has quickly established herself valued member of the delivery team. She has been recently promoted to an Account Manager across our permanent and contract division.

Stephanie will now be the dedicated and go to for all PMO related positions, these include but are not limited to; Cost Control, Document Control, Estimator, Planners (PMO, Risk and Project Controls).

Stephanie Jobs

Offshore Wind

Legal Project Support

Warszawa, Mazowieckie, Poland

Our client is looking for a legal project support to join their team. Key Responsibilities Completion of application to obtain promise of generation licence and final generation licence in accordance with ERO (Energy Regulatory Office) requirements Gathering all project documents to be attached to company's application; Communication with the project team and external stakeholders (legal offices, authorities, etc) to agree on interpretation of some specific requirements, to obtain documents; Leading procedures in order to obtain all required excerpts from the criminal registers; Preparation of the statements in accordance with ERO requirements; Communication with ERO during administrative procedures; Requirements Master of law 1 –2 years of experience preferably in working with the authorities, or /and for legal offices Key Deliverables Timely and properly prepared applications to obtain promise of generation licence and final generation licence

Offshore Wind

Cost Controller

Greater London, South East, England

Our client is is seeking an experienced, motivated and highly disciplined Cost Controller in an Offshore Wind Project environment. The Cost Controller will be a member of the commercial team reporting to the Project Commercial Director and be principally responsible to perform operational cost control, forecasting and reporting activities.The position is to be based in London, with flexibility on working from home or elsewhere and regular visits to the London office. Key Responsibilities Control and monitor project total expenditure including verifying and checking of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, invoices and claims to ensure that all project expenditures are forecasted, captured and recorded correctlyPrepare the monthly and annual budgets and costs checks and prepare all corresponding documentation and reportsLiaise with the wider commercial and finance team to assist with internal reporting of accruals and fundingCollaborate closely with engineering, procurement, commercial, finance and management functions on all cost related mattersProvide cost control and planning advice to the management team, package managers and procurement officers as and when requiredHaving and/or building in-depth knowledge and understanding of contract(s) of assigned packages to enable challenge of all project cost detailChallenge the team to achieve greater cost efficiencySupporting the preparation of CAPEX and OPEX cost booksManage the OFTO transaction accounting, valuation, and documentationthe cost gathering to facilitate eventual assessment for the OFTO transactionAttending project meetings and discussions with the PMT and external partiesUndertake other ad-hoc duties as required. Essential Requirements Qualified in business, finance, commerce or a comparable disciplineAt least five years of professional experience in a similar function as finance or cost controllerExcellent knowledge of relevant finance and cost controlling functions, tools and methodsExcellent knowledge of MS Office, in particular MS Excel, and other relevant software packagesExcellent knowledge of English (written and spoken) Desired RequirementsCertified in accounting and/or quantity surveyingConstruction project or manufacturing industry experience Personal Attributes and CompetenciesHighly disciplined and diligent working styleExcellent understanding of complex tasks, ability to work autonomously with great rigour and precisionExcellent organisation skills with the ability to manage own workload, meet timescalesAbility to work as a member of a large, multidisciplinary teamExcellent communication skills

Offshore Wind

Senior Planner

City of Edinburgh, Scotland

Our client is looking for a Senior Planner role, suitable for a candidate who can play an active role in project planning and delivery. The successful candidate will work in a team of Planners / Schedulers supporting the program of 6 GW offshore wind farms in an international Joint Venture. Key ResponsibilitiesResponsible for leading the development of planning processes, procedures and tools in support of the clients project delivery processResponsible for preparation Schedule WBSResponsible for delivery of high-quality Level 1 scheduleResponsible for ensuring delivery of high-quality detailed logic linked Master Control Schedule in P6, spanning all workstreams, including Project Management, Engineering, Consenting, Stakeholder Management, HSSE, Procurement, Legal etc.Responsible to maintain the Master Control Schedule and ensure regular updates.Responsible to manage the schedule baselining processResponsible to undertake high-quality scenario planning to support the Project concept development and optimization.Responsible for timely delivery of high-quality planning reports and management information for input into the monthly reporting processResponsible for providing project leaders with high quality planning related insights to facilitate decision making processes including variance analysis and trends.Responsible for ensuring planning discipline integration with other key project processes, such as Cost, Risk Management and Management of Change (MoC)Responsible to develop and maintain overall schedule float management including schedule contingency and allowance management.Responsible to lead in the development and application of the overall progress measurement systems for the client.Responsible for interface with PSCM and the Project Service Manager to insure planning, progress and reporting requirements are included in major contract Project Coordination Procedures.Accountable for ensuring that project schedule conform to the Change Control ProcessDevelop the interface with project team, workstream leads / work package managers and contractors to initiate and lead brainstorm and workshop type meetings like planning reviews.Participate in the technical and commercial reviews of ITT and bids.Lead effort in developing Schedule Basis and Assumptions document.Support risk analysis, weather downtime analysis and delay mitigation analysis. Participate throughout the risk review process.Develop ad hoc schedules and reporting as required by project leadership.Provide planning inputs to the Master Business Plan and Stage Gate verification process.Support stage / project close out, benchmarking and shared learning. Qualifications (Preferable) You have successfully completed a degree in engineering, industrial engineering, or a comparable academic degree.You have a proven track record as a planning/scheduling engineer with Primavera P6You have a good understanding and robust working knowledge of large-scale energy projects, preferably in the offshore wind industry. Background in Oil & Gas is welcomed.You have experience in working with cross-functional teams in international projectsYou speak Business English fluently, German is a plus, and you possess a certain sensitivity necessary for working in the intercultural environment.

Solar

Buyer (Solar & Wind)

Milan, Italy

Our client is seeking an experienced Buyer to support the Procurement Manager in purchasing the main products and services needed for the construction of the project pipeline. The successful candidate will carry on all aspects of the procurement process throughout its life cycle and ensure the cost-effective acquisition of materials and services to meet the company’s project requirements. Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Working collaboratively with the internal/external stakeholder to perform all procurement assigned tasks (scouting of new suppliers, tracking performance, RFQ/RFP management, offers evaluation and comparison, ESG scoring, ERP management, expediting, etc.)Conduct research via the Internet, catalogues, trade publications, and trade shows to identify potential vendors.Negotiate with suppliers either f2f or over the phone to agree prices, discounts, terms, etc.Create, maintain and review purchasing records, price lists, status of RFQ/RFP, contracts and orders, monitor vendors’ performanceFollow up and tracking of project materials optimising quality, costs, and timely delivery criteria.Draw up reports about products availability, lead times and cost roadmaps for key materials to be shared with Development, Engineering, Project Management and Construction teams.Monitor and support components repair, damage replacements, and warranty claims. Qualifications Degree in Engineering fieldsProven track record of 3+ years in renewable projects procurement;Experience in negotiating POs and Contracts with suppliers and ContractorsProven knowledge of Microsoft 365 and ERP softwareStrong communication skills, self-motivate, teamworking attitudeSelf-starter with excellent presentation skills with constant attention to details and accuracySelf-disciplined and result-orientedAvailable to travel meeting suppliers when neededProactive and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Collaborative team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. LanguagesItalian Mother Tongue + Fluent English is a must

Offshore Wind

Onshore Consent Lead

United Kingdom

Our client is looking for an Onshore Consent Lead to be accountable for the relevant onshore consenting strategy for the Project. The objective of the role includes achieving buildable consent for the relevant onshore elements of the Project, securing a uniform approach to authorities/regulators and stakeholders and management of the onshore deliverables from consultants. Key Responsibilities Responsible for managing the onshore elements of the DCO, TCPA for the project Managing the deliverables of the onshore consultants in the responsible areas Responsible for stakeholder engagement in the responsible areas; Develop and implement QA processes for the onshore deliverables on the project. Ensure strong cooperation within the Project for all onshore packages in relation to onshore consenting risk and deliverables; Onshore EIA contracts and budget management Input and support Consent manager on resource needs, programme and risks in relation to the offshore elements Provide updates on key show stoppers on the onshore workstreams to the Consent Manager Close coordination with the Offshore or Generation Lead, Land Manager and Stakeholder Manager Description of position: Key tasks Deliver buildable consent of the onshore elements of the project on time and to budget according to the programme Input and influence project consent strategy for the onshore elements and feed to the Consent Manager, considering company strategic aspects to optimise individual project consent. Consenting strategy includes: stakeholder engagement, authority processes, sequence of activities, project risks, approach to procurement, Manage consenting risk continually at project level. Clear and proactive communication of risk to the project, and to the line/strategic team to prevent issues in the project and flags risks that could impact across the portfolio Drive best in class approach to external onshore stakeholder engagement. Manage and perform high level stakeholder engagement with key stakeholders on relevant project issues via the Stakeholder Engagement Manager and consultants resulting in final Statements of Common Ground Identify and feed back to the Consent Manger project lessons learned Provide expert advice on onshore consent and environmental project issues to maximise competitiveness to the project packages Support Land Manager to secure access to survey works and landowner liaison Stakeholders and Topic areas could include: County Councils, District Councils, Parish Councils, EH (on & offshore), IDBs, relevant local industries – for SOCGs and environmental topic discussions Geology, Hydrology, Land Use, Agriculture and Recreation, Landscape and Visual Resources, Traffic and Transport, Noise and Vibration, Air Quality and Health, Socio Economics, Inter-Related Effects, Ecology, Historic Environment, Planning Statement, Site Selection

Offshore Wind

Data Governance Analyst

Hamburg, Germany

Our client is looking for a Data Governance Analyst to join their team.Key Responsibilities: Define and manage the lifecycle of project data, ensuring relevance and value. Implement data governance policies to maintain high data quality standards. Analyze data to uncover actionable insights that inform decision-making and strategy. Communicate complex data concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders. Contribute to a culture of data-driven decision-making within the organization. Required: Expertise in data governance frameworks and practices. Strong analytical skills with a proactive, solution-focused approach. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Adaptability and forward-thinking mindset. Qualifications and experience: Bachelor’s degree in data science, Information Management, or related field. Experience in implementing data governance policies and standards. Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools. Previous experience in translating complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Offshore Wind

PMO/Cost Manager

London, Greater London, South East, England

JOB ID: #7182 PMO/Cost Manager Location: London Our client’s ambitious growth plans also mean they are significantly expanding the asset management team to twelve people, with a focus on technical expertise. The team is multidisciplinary, providing expertise across all offshore wind technology topics and involved in projects from first inception through to project operations, with every team member having a key role to play. They are a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive team that is partner focused. The technical team will be comprised of Technical Managers, PMO/Cost function, WTG/Yield Engineer and a Foundation/Logistics specialist at this early stage. Scope Our client has an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMO Manager to work on global offshore wind projects that are in development and construction. You will work as part of the internal technical center of excellence (CoE) to support their Technical and Investment teams but also sometimes alongside lead partners on a range of development and construction projects across their global portfolio. You will be required to interact closely with partner teams and support the project(s) through the bid and or development phase to the Financial Investment Decision and ultimately into Commercial Operation at the end of construction. You will focus on value engineering, risk management and optimization, cost data library management, project cost analysis, LCOE modelling, project schedule and stakeholder engagement. You will also work closely with their partners commercial and technical counterpart to ensure the accuracy of economic analysis and support recommendations for bid / development / FID approvals. Key Responsibilities Be responsible for the development and maintenance of our client’s cost library for bid phases of projects for each of the global business jurisdictions, including cost benchmarking and cost breakdown structure. Develop and drive LCOE modelling in our client’s projects. Ensure that development, construction, and operational risks are identified and appropriately managed with a risk register maintained and regular risk reviews held. Develop and maintain a central risk and opportunity data base, including the facilitation of capture and assessment of risks and opportunities. Work alongside their project partners to monitor and evaluate project execution and performance. Be responsible for the development of recommendations to senior management and shareholders with respect to costs, risks, and programme. Support the review and evaluation of offshore wind projects including the specification and management of PMO (Cost, Risk, Programme) due diligence activities. Undertake peer review on project cost, risk, and planning assumptions. Essential Requirements You are educated to degree level or equivalent. You have more than five years’ direct experience in the development, construction and/or operation of offshore wind projects with specific experience in a Cost Engineer or PMO Role. You have very good communication and reporting skills. You are results-oriented, can take initiative, are self-starting and make rational decisions, even when under pressure. You can absorb and process often complex and potentially conflicting information and conduct critical and logical decision making. You are fluent in English language. Desirable Skills Programme / Schedule training. Risk Management training with the ability to use @risk International work experience is an advantage.

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