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United Kingdom
Salary
Negotiable daily rate (Inside IR35)
Job Type
Contract
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about 1 month ago

We are looking for a Design and Build (D&B) Lead to manage and oversee of an Offshore Wind Farm, covering all project phases. You will lead in planning, specifications, design, and construction of the buildings and ports infrastructure.

 

This is a long-term contract!

 

If you're between contracts or open to a change, please send your CV over to ismay.burch@spencer-ogden.com

 

 

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