Contract Jobs in Onshore Wind

Contract Jobs in Onshore Wind

Contract jobs in onshore wind energy are fundamental components of the renewable energy workforce, supporting the development, construction, and maintenance of wind farms situated on land. These positions encompass a wide range of roles, including but not limited to site preparation, turbine installation, electrical and mechanical maintenance, project management, and environmental monitoring. Professionals in these contract roles contribute their expertise to various stages of onshore wind projects, ensuring their successful implementation and ongoing operation. These opportunities not only provide skilled workers with employment but also facilitate the advancement of renewable energy initiatives, contributing to the global transition toward sustainable power sources. With the continued growth of onshore wind energy projects worldwide, contract jobs in this sector remain essential for driving progress towards a cleaner, greener future.

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Offshore Wind

Tax Compliance & Reporting Manager

London - United Kingdom

Our client is seeking an Interim Tax Compliance & Reporting Manager to lead its Tax Compliance and Reporting function. This role offers a unique chance to make a significant impact by overseeing tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions and managing relationships with internal stakeholders and outsourced service providers. Why this role stands out: - Leadership and Influence: Take charge of the global tax compliance and reporting obligations, ensuring adherence to Tax requirements. - Strategic Contribution: Play a key role in strategic rationalisation, driving entity rationalisation initiatives and leading tax-related project management activities. - Professional Growth: Enhance your project management skills and expand your expertise in tax compliance within a global framework. - Collaborative Environment: Work closely with a diverse team of internal finance professionals and external tax advisors, fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the delivery of global tax compliance and reporting obligations. - Manage external tax advisors and coordinate with internal finance teams. - Oversee the preparation and submission of Indirect and Direct Tax filings. - Drive entity rationalisation initiatives in alignment with the rationalisation strategy. - Lead tax-related project management activities, including planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination. - Facilitate knowledge transfer from outgoing secondees and ensure continuity of tax operations. Skills and Experience Required: - Proven experience in tax compliance and reporting, ideally within a multinational organisation. - Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, execute, and coordinate complex projects. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - In-depth knowledge of Indirect and Direct Tax filings. - Experience in managing relationships with external advisors and internal teams. - Ability to contribute strategically to entity rationalisation initiatives. This role offers a chance to contribute to significant strategic initiatives and gaining valuable experience in a global setting.

Offshore Wind

Procurement Manager - T&I

London - United Kingdom

Our client is seeking a Procurement Manager – T&I Gravity Based Structures. Embark on a pivotal role within the offshore wind farm projects, where the focus is on negotiating and selecting the T&I contractor for approximately 70 GBS Foundations. This role is integral to the load out and transportation of GBS from the Construction Yard to the offshore location, including the installation of the GBS. Additionally, the role encompasses support for offshore execution activities pre and post GBS installation, such as dredging, gravel pad installation, ballasting, and scour protection. Why This Role Stands Out: - Impactful Contribution: Be at the forefront of renewable energy projects, contributing to the development of offshore wind farms that are crucial for sustainable energy. - Professional Growth: Engage in complex contract negotiations and management, enhancing your expertise in procurement and project management. - Collaborative Environment: Work as an integrated part of the GBS Work Package Management team, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work atmosphere. Key Responsibilities: - Lead contract negotiations for the T&I contract. - Conclude evaluation and selection processes. - Manage commercial and contractual aspects of engineering and execution planning post contract award. Skills and Experience Required: - Proven experience in negotiating large contracts, preferably within transport and installation sectors. - Proficiency in developing commercial models for contracts that aren’t lump sum, including schedules of rates, indexation, cost plus, and lump sum elements. - Extensive experience in contract and claims management for fabrication and installation projects. This role is perfect for seasoned professionals looking to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector. If you possess the required skills and experience, this position offers a challenging yet rewarding environment where your contributions will drive the success of major offshore wind farm projects.

Transmission Recruitment

Transmission Project Manager

USA - United States

Project Manager - Transmission Our Client's Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for a Project Manager in their Charlotte or Atlanta offices to manage transmission line design projects, ranging from 69-kV to 500-kV. An entrepreneurial spirit and strong leadership abilities are a must. The Project Manager will manage, direct and coordinate all aspects of work related to concurrent projects at overhead and underground transmission line facilities. The Project Manager is responsible for the profit and loss of individual projects, the successful completion of projects within specified dates, and establishing and maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationship with the client, subcontractors, regulatory agencies and other project stakeholders. Additionally, the Project Manager will assist Account Managers with direct marketing efforts for new and existing clients. Major responsibilities for the Project Manager will include: Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations. Serve as project point of contact with client regarding efforts such as coordination, strategic planning, scope management, and budgeting. Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout. Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs. Assist with internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues. Serve as primary point of contact with client regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment. Manage all aspects of project communication. Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems and implement the project execution plan. Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines. Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing overall engineering design efforts for Design-only projects. Design-only projects will encompass engineering design work for traditional design-bid-build projects. Manage overall engineering design efforts for Design-only projects. Prepare and manage final engineering man-hour budgets. Manage implementation of Quality Program for engineering designs. Manage independent quality/completeness reviews of engineering deliverables. Direct and manage field engineering services. Manage engineering design schedule, budget and progress measurement functions with project controls teams. Manage, prepare and submit client change orders. Lead engineering preparation of subcontract plan and subcontractor bid and award packages. Manage turnover and start-up plans. Manage preparation of and/or prepare monthly client status reports. Manage meetings and review meetings status. Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications Candidates for this position must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field from an accredited curriculum. Minimum of seven years of utility transmission line project experience with at least 3 years related project management experience. Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government and public contracts on project-related matters. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to travel. Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

Transmission Recruitment

Transmission Engineer - T&D

USA - United States

Transmission Engineer Our clients Southeast region is looking for a Staff Overhead Transmission Line Engineer to support our growing Transmission & Distribution practice. The successful candidate will: Perform, lead, and oversee all engineering responsibilities related to overhead transmission line design. This includes PLS-CADD modelling, line routing, structure analysis and loading trees, developing design criteria, sag-tension calculations, wire blowout, swing angle, damper recommendations, structure spotting, clearance reports, wire selection, etc. Prepare specifications for construction, hardware, and material for high voltage overhead transmission line (HV OH T-Line); structure design and development; hardware design and selection; and field installation supervision. Prepare construction drawings and cost estimates for high voltage overhead transmission lines. Additional responsibilities include providing instruction and guidance to less experienced staff members. This position may develop into a leadership role at which point this individual will be expected to lead teams of engineers as well as be a primary interface between Engineers and our clients. Experience as the technical lead on projects and performing quality reviews is a plus. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering from accredited program is required. A professional certification, EIT, and/or a professional engineer licensure is strongly desired. Minimum 3 years of related experience with routing and design of high voltage overhead transmission line facilities (completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience). Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills is required. Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. Experience in 69kV to 500kV line design and working knowledge and/or expertise in Power Line system-based programs (i.e., PLS, PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc.) preferred. Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

Offshore Wind

Permit Specialist - Senior

Sweden - Sweden

Our client is seeking a Permitting & Environment Specialist, who will help contribute to a sustainable future. Your expertise will be instrumental in securing and managing the necessary permits and authorizations, ensuring the smooth execution of projects while balancing regulatory needs with development goals. Why This Role Stands Out: Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to the advancement of renewable energy, helping to combat climate change and promote environmental sustainability. Professional Growth: Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, from regulatory authorities to internal teams, enhancing your professional network and broadening your industry knowledge. Global Collaboration: Work alongside international teams, gaining exposure to global regulatory frameworks and best practices in the renewable energy sector. Key Responsibilities: Permitting & Compliance: Lead the permitting process by preparing, submitting, and managing approvals for offshore wind projects, ensuring alignment with local regulatory frameworks. Regulatory Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for permitting authorities, coordinating all regulatory interactions and facilitating approvals. Environmental & Stakeholder Coordination: Oversee environmental impact assessments (EIA), permit applications, and stakeholder consultations, ensuring compliance with statutory and non-statutory requirements. Project Integration: Collaborate closely with internal teams—including Business & Market Development, Project Development, and EPC—to align permitting strategies with project timelines. Risk Management: Identify regulatory risks, propose mitigation measures, and ensure adherence to environmental and social standards. Monitoring & Compliance Enforcement: Track project permit conditions, ensuring implementation of all required environmental and operational measures. International Collaboration: Support global teams in navigating permitting requirements, coordinating international regulatory compliance strategies where needed. Qualifications & Education: - Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field. - Demonstrated experience in permit management, ideally in offshore wind, renewable energy, or large infrastructure projects. - Strong knowledge of environmental impact assessments (EIA) and international environmental and social standards. - Proven ability to manage complex permitting processes and engage effectively with regulatory bodies and stakeholders. - Excellent communication skills, with fluency in English and the relevant local language. Step into a role where your expertise will drive the future of renewable energy.

Offshore Wind

Grid Engineer

London - United Kingdom

Our client is seeking a Grid Engineer committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions. This role offers the chance to be at the forefront of the UK's renewable energy revolution, contributing to a sustainable future. As a Grid Engineer, you will be pivotal in ensuring engineering excellence in the delivery of grid engineering services. Embedded within the Grid Team of the Central Technical Organisation (CTO), your expertise will support a range of renewable energy projects and technologies. Key Responsibilities: - Manage the grid connections process from concept to delivery for multiple projects. - Oversee contractors and consultants, ensuring compliance with internal Health and Safety policies. - Prepare and communicate contract documentation, technical requirements, and design specifications. - Participate in industry forums and meetings to stay updated on grid system status and issues. - Address technical, legal, or commercial queries related to connection offers and project execution. - Ensure all grid and electrical assessments are fully documented and internal standards are continuously improved. - Represent the client in external meetings with stakeholders. Skills and Experience: - A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. - Proven experience in managing electricity grid connection processes in the renewable energy sector. - Power system modelling experience is advantageous. - Strong risk management skills and the ability to build successful relationships with external partners and stakeholders. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. - Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written. - A full clean UK driving licence. - Flexibility to travel within the UK and overseas as required. Why Join? - Be part of a dynamic team driving the UK's renewable energy strategy. - Engage in a collaborative and positive working culture that values excellence, innovation, and sustainability. - Contribute to projects that have a significant impact on the UK's energy landscape and environmental goals. - Enjoy a role that offers continuous professional growth and the chance to work with leading experts in the field. This is a chance to make a tangible difference in the world of renewable energy.

Offshore Wind

Engineer - WTG Lead

London - United Kingdom

Our client is seeking a WTG Lead Engineer Offshore Wind, contributing to the pioneering development projects, in the UK. This role offers the chance to be at the forefront of renewable energy innovation, ensuring the seamless integration and certification of Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) with a focus on primary and secondary steel, foundation interfaces, field layout, and certification. Role Highlights: - Foundation Interface – Primary Steel: Serve as the technical focal point for interactions between WTG and foundation primary steel components. Coordinate with design teams to manage engineering milestones and ensure compatibility with foundation types. - Certification: Collaborate with turbine OEMs and certification bodies to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. Manage certification deliverables and resolve technical findings. - Secondary Steel Integration: Oversee the integration of LV equipment and secondary steel elements, ensuring no clashes with WTG access, maintenance, or installation requirements. - Turbine Layout & Micro-siting: Work with layout engineers and wind resource teams to incorporate WTG-specific constraints into the micro-siting process. Assess the impact of layout changes on WTG support structure design. - Cross-Functional Coordination: Support the Work Package Manager in project meetings and efficiently manage cross-functional topics with stakeholders and partners. Track technical risks and prepare technical reports. Candidate Profile: - In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems and interfaces within a wind turbine. - Experience in Integrated Load Analysis (ILA) for WTG/Foundation. - Exposure to wind turbine installation, commissioning, or operations. - Proficient in managing design interfaces with cross-functional disciplines. - Experience in the offshore industry, preferably offshore wind. - Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation. - Strong relationship management skills and confidence working at all levels. - Excellent report writing, presentation skills, and the ability to summarise key parameters. - Good planning and analysis skills with the ability to anticipate problems and implement solutions. - Innovative and creative thinking to improve business cases and reduce technical risks. - Ideally based in London with the ability and willingness to travel as required. This role is ideal for a professional eager to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector, leveraging technical expertise to drive forward the success of groundbreaking offshore wind projects.

Offshore Wind

SAP - Lead

United Kingdom - United Kingdom

This role offers a unique chance to lead the coordination and execution of safety systems for mechanical and electrical systems at onshore and offshore substations, as well as export cables. The position encompasses the entire commissioning process, from early project engagement to the final transition from construction to commissioning under safety rules. Key Responsibilities: - Coordinate and manage commissioning activities within HSE, QA/QC, project, contractors, and O&M guidelines. - Prepare and review commissioning procedures and RAMS. - Participate in HAZOP and HAZID studies. - Plan, organise, monitor, and support site activities to ensure efficient resource use. - Ensure project completion within budget and in accordance with company/client policies. - Integrate ABB SCADA control systems with operator control and trading platforms. - Lead and manage teams of SAPs, control engineers, supervisors, back-office staff, and technicians. - Allocate tasks to commissioning teams, including contractors, ensuring high motivation and efficiency. - Plan and execute SAP activities for onshore and offshore sub-station transmission equipment, including export cables. - Oversee pre-commissioning activities at the construction/assembly yard. - Manage team and individual performance, ensuring training and development needs are met. - Address wellbeing or performance issues promptly according to established procedures. - Represent SSE/Equinor and the JV Project at a local level. - Handle enquiries/complaints appropriately, maintaining a positive company image. Required Skills and Experience: - Relevant technical education, such as an HNC/HND in engineering (ideally electrical engineering) or equivalent. - Proven experience in a management role, coordinating commissioning activities and managing associated tasks. - 5+ years of experience in offshore wind farm construction, commissioning, and/or operations in the UK. - Experience as an electrical engineer or senior authorised person, ideally up to 400KV. - Strong personal drive, quality focus, and professionalism. This role is ideal for a driven professional looking to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector. If you have the required skills and experience, this could be the next step in your career. Apply now to join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence.

Offshore Wind

Commissioning Engineer - Lead

United Kingdom - United Kingdom

Our client is seeking a Commissioning Engineer Lead, to step into a pivotal role that offers not just a job, but a chance to shape the future of renewable energy. As a Commissioning Engineer Lead, you will be at the forefront of commissioning mechanical and electrical systems for onshore and offshore substations, including export cables. This role is perfect for those who thrive on responsibility, leadership, and making a tangible impact on large-scale projects. Why This Role Stands Out: - Career Growth: Lead a diverse team of engineers, supervisors, and technicians, ensuring high levels of motivation and efficiency. - Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in integrating ABB SCADA control systems with operator control and trading platforms. - Professional Development: Engage in HAZOP and HAZID studies, and manage the performance and development of your team. - Competitive Remuneration: Be part of projects, managing budgets and executing to tender specifications safely. Key Responsibilities: - Health and Safety: Coordinate and manage commissioning activities within HSE, QA/QC, project, contractors, and O&M guidelines. Prepare and review commissioning procedures and RAMS. - Commissioning Activities: Plan, organise, monitor, and support site activities to ensure safe and effective use of resources. Ensure project construction is achieved within budget and in accordance with company policies. - Team Management: Lead and manage teams, allocating tasks to commissioning teams including contractors. - Budgetary Control: Plan and execute commissioning activities for onshore and offshore sub-station transmission equipment, including pre-commissioning at the construction/assembly yard. - Customer Service: Represent SSE/Equinor and the JV Project at a local level, ensuring all enquiries and complaints are handled appropriately. - Make decisions within delegated authority to ensure delivery of the agreed construction plan. - Recruit direct and agency staff within the scope of the agreed business plan. - Identify and recommend actions to maintain/improve results. - Recommend training and development needs for team members. Essential Skills and Experience: - Relevant technical education, such as an HNC/HND in engineering (ideally electrical engineering) or equivalent. - Proven experience in a management role, coordinating commissioning activities and managing associated tasks. - 5+ years of experience in offshore wind farm construction, commissioning, and/or operations in the UK. - Previous experience as an electrical engineer or senior authorised person at least 132KV. - Strong personal drive with a robust sense of quality and professionalism. This role is a unique chance to lead, innovate, and contribute to the future of renewable energy. If you have the expertise and drive, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

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