Offshore Developer

Last date for application: Thu 30 Sep 2010

Renewable Energy Systems Ltd

Kings Langley, Hertfordshire

RES is one of the world's leading renewable energy developers. Drawing on decades of experience in the renewable energy and construction industries, RES has the expertise to develop, construct and operate large-scale wind farms of outstanding quality. RES has now passed the 4000MW milestone and our enviable track record in project delivery has given us a reputation for excellence that is second to none.

RES has a dedicated offshore development, engineering, construction and operations team which has successfully participated in UK Rounds 1 and 2 and which RES is expanding to meet the future opportunities in the UK and European offshore wind sector.

The Offshore Development Team undertakes the full range of environmental, technical and commercial activities that are required for the identification, development and consent of offshore wind farm projects. Delivering successful projects from initiation to realisation requires a multidisciplinary development team in which engineering plays a significant role.

We are looking to expand the development capabilities of the offshore department. You will be a member of the Offshore Development Department and will work with the development team coordinating and taking responsibility for coordinating environmental impact assessments throughout the development phase of an offshore wind energy project, you will work with other parts of the project team to ensure clarity and efficiency in the following areas of responsibility:

Production of Planning Applications and Environmental Statements for the development of UK offshore wind farm opportunities
Working directly with the Project Development Manager and other team members to progress developments efficiently and according to programme
Assist in the development of project budgets and programmes
Assist the management of the Environmental Impact Assessment process including review, edit and production of the Environment Statement for onshore and offshore works
Scope, tender, commission necessary EIA survey works. Manage specialist consultants and contractors.
Liaise with statutory consultees and work directly with them to resolve particular environmental issues where they arise.
Stakeholder and public consultations including attendance at public exhibitions including commissioning the production of exhibition materials. Respond to queries on consents applications as required
Provision of environmental advice on site identification and selection and commissioning of feasibility studies for future sites and opportunities
Cross-project lead on a core environmental topic(s) (such as ornithology, marine ecology, archaeology)
Provide technical and non technical support to general business development activities
The role will require some travel within the UK and Europe.

The role would suite candidates who hold a relevant Degree qualification or proven experience in a relevant discipline, preferably Environmental Management, or Environmental science. Candidates should be able to demonstrate ability in leading Environmental Impact Assessments. Previous experience of the offshore sector and/or knowledge of the wind industry, particularly in relation to offshore development are not essential but would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate that they have the following capabilities:

Proven experience in marine environmental matters.
Good all-round knowledge and experience of project managing Environmental
Impact Assessments and planning consents, particularly for offshore wind farms
Experience in commissioning and managing onshore and offshore environmental survey works.
Project management skills including a proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders, using internal staff, subcontractors and consultants
Relevant Environmental degree or equivalent qualification.
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher
Willing to participate in presentations
Ideally to have established, positive relationships with key statutory consultees A self-motivated attitude with the ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines
Excellent communication skills including report writing, presentation and the ability to speak confidently with clients, consultants, contractors and stakeholders.
The ability to manage own workload and meet demanding timescales on a number of simultaneous projects.