Onshore Wind
Associate Project Manager (Development)
Our client is seeking a Associate Project Manager (APM) to work at their front line, supporting a variety of development and consenting workstreams for onshore wind projects, leading on assigned work packages, and developing their skills across a varied and innovative portfolio of work. Key Responsibilities
Provide direct support to the Project Managers to deliver project workstreams in line with the development strategy from land identification through to planning consent and pre-construction.
Responsible for supporting the Senior Project Managers (SPM) and Project Managers (PM) in delivering project programmes in line with strategy from land identification through to planning consent and pre-construction.
Manage assigned onshore wind projects to ensure:
feasibility studies, technical surveys, environmental impact assessments are completed on time and in line with associated budgets
action lists and risk registers are kept up-to-date throughout the life of the project and any issues are reported to the relevant PM or SPM
third party contracts/relationships are maintained, and
internal reporting for assigned projects is completed using appropriate tools.
Liaise with other functions across the business including the Commercial Team, and the Community Investment and Communication Team
Support assigned project and technical managers in the management of stakeholder engagement and all activities required to gain planning permission
Requirements
Between 2 - 5 years’ experience working in-house in a development company or consultancy; with a track record in inputting to the project management efforts, environmental impact assessments, and planning applications associated with the development and assessment of large-scale renewable energy projects;
Exposure to and experience in dealing with external stakeholders, including members of the public, contractors, external consultants and team members.
A professional/academic qualification within either Planning or Environmental disciplines would be advantageous
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Strong personal resilience and ability to adapt to different situations
An understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with onshore wind development
Knowledge of planning processes (including under the Town & Country Planning Act, and the DCO / DNS regimes)
Excellent organisation skills, and an eye for detail
Motivated and comfortable working as part of a team or on an individual basis
Handling and coordinating specialist and technical inputs from external consultants and project team members
Proficient IT skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS project
Have an ability to manage a wide and complex workload with good problem- solving abilities
Hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel across Wales (and nationally if required)
Knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment regulations and / or planning policy relating to renewable energy would be advantageous
Welsh language skills would be an advantage
