Head of Construction
- Location: Philippines
- Salary: Expats living in Philippines welcome to apply
Department: Construction
Job Location: BGC, Philippines
Reporting to: COO, APAC
Travel required: Travelling frequency is dependent on project requirements
Summary of Role:
The Head of Construction will be responsible to ensure Schedule, Cost, Quality & Safety delivery of the Wind Project in Philippines. You will oversee a team of project managers who are on site managing the construction process for a group of wind and solar projects located at diverse locations around the country. The successful candidate will be responsible for verifying that construction is performed according to Global Development Standards (GDS) and Employers Requirements (ER).
What You Will Do:
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Spencer Ogden are partnered with a prominent player in the Renewable Energy sector in Australia, specialising in the development, construction, asset management, and maintenance of utility-scale solar and storage solutions. Their portfolio spans a wide range of projects and are rapidly growing their pipeline.About the roleAs the Head of Development, you will lead a team responsible for the development of utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar and energy storage. Your role will involve managing project performance, identifying growth opportunities, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.Key responsibilities Develop clear project development strategies, goals, plans, and resources to achieve short-term and long-term business objectives.Manage project development performance in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner through internal teams and external partners.Identify areas of opportunity for portfolio growth and collaborate with the corporate development team to assess investment opportunities.Lead due diligence efforts for projects and investment opportunities.Oversee the commercial review and negotiation of contracts, agreements, and risk allocation frameworks.Manage development processes, including risk assessment, budget management, and stakeholder engagement.Advise on WHSE and stakeholder management strategies throughout the development cycle.Support corporate development, construction, and asset management initiatives.Assist senior leadership in preparing internal approval materials and board presentations Qualifications & Skills Tertiary qualification in engineering, environment, science, or business-related fields.10+ years of experience in power or renewable energy project development.Strong track record in large-scale project development and management within the renewable energy sector.Experience in Australian solar and battery projects.Excellent project management skills, including managing large teams on concurrent projects.Ability to assess and resolve project and contractual risks.Solid understanding of the development process for major power projects.Strong negotiation and communication skills. If you are driven by innovation, have a passion for the renewable energy space where your contributions will have a meaningful impact, please apply below or email orlagh.fleming@spencer-ogden.com / 03 8376 2816
My client, a clean energy company, is currently seeking an innovative and motivated leader with at least 5 years of experience in utility-scale solar construction management.Principal Duties and Responsibilities: My client seeks an innovative and motivated individual who will have responsibilities during the construction process. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:Collaborates with the safety department to ensure all safety goals are the highest priority. Provides excellence in the management and delivery of the project in line with the company's expectations. Creates a culture of continuous improvement. Prepare and manage the project execution plan, coordinate and host project kick-off meetings, and prepare and manage effective project closeout. Work with the Commercial Manager to ensure all contracts (prime and sub-contracts) are effectively managed, including change orders and documentation of variances. Onsite owner's representative; monitoring utility-scale solar construction completed by 3rd party EPC Contractors. Cultivate positive working relationships with 3rd party EPC Contractors. Manage the construction of utility-scale solar projects to the 3rd party EPC contract and permit requirements, including schedule, budget, scope of work, and deliverables. Complete daily safety walks and submit a daily safety walk report to the head of internal safety programs. Manage internal safety goals with 3rd party EPC Contractors. Attend internal and external meetings as necessary (e.g., daily, weekly). Track project progress against the schedule and manage schedule remediation plans. Discuss daily objectives with 3rd party EPC Contractor and promptly report back perceived risks and other issues/observations. Verify and sign-off on various construction milestones (civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical) and update internal tracking software. Ensure thorough and quality work by verifying items against scopes of work and design plans to minimize punch lists and deliver the best-in-class assets. Verify 3rd party EPC Contractors adhere to QA/QC plans. Work with in-house engineering to provide information and attend job walks to facilitate reports from 3rd party independent engineers. Collect 3rd party EPC deliverables and either upload them to an internal data room or send them to the appropriate team member for sign-off (e.g., test reports, progress reports, etc.). Review draft invoices with 3rd party EPC Contractor and sign off on work completed. First line of defense against proposed change orders; escalating to the internal Project Manager as necessary. Proactively communicate and manage an ongoing punch list with 3rd party EPC Contractor, managing the final punch list from Mechanical Completion to completion. Make sure that the company is being represented in accordance with my client's corporate values.Core Competencies:Proven ability to motivate others inside or outside the organization. Team player providing support to both team members as well as members of the extended team. Ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization. Strong proficiency in communication. The ability to solicit others for support for ideas and solutions. The ability to quickly identify the information needed to clarify a situation, seek that information from appropriate sources, and use skillful questioning to draw out the information to find a solution. Anticipate the implications and consequences of situations and take appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingencies. Demonstrate depth of technical knowledge and skill in utility-scale solar construction. Take initiative to identify what needs to be done to maintain project schedule and budget and ensure a plan is in place. Drive to complete thorough work; follow up with others to ensure that commitments have been fulfilled.Minimum Qualifications:OSHA 30 Certified. Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel. 5 years of onsite utility-scale solar construction management. Advanced knowledge of solar construction management processes, means, and methods. Expert knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards.
Spencer Ogden are proud to be partnered with an international solar developer expanding their operations in the UK. Our client are on the hunt for a Head of Project Development to lead an existing and growing pipeline of solar and battery storage projects across the country. This is an opportunity to join a multi-tech, international renewable developer with an impressive pipeline (19GW) both domestically and internationally. Day-to-day responsibilities include: Manage project development activities for renewable energy projects from green field through to pre-construction compliance.Lead land lease negotiation and liaison with land owners, agents, solicitors and other relevant parties.Provide input to the UK Director on project development strategy and targets.Manage project development team resource allocation to deliver optimal outcomesProvide support to the project development team in their rolesContinue to support, develop and strategize growth in the UK and internationally Preferential requirements include: A relecant academic background in environmental, planning or renewable energy/engineeringProject management and team leading experienceStrong skills in the following IT remits: ArcGIS, Microsoft and Invoicing SystemsPrevious experience in business development and/or identifying new opportunitiesKnowledge of relevant UK legislation, hold the right to work in the UK and a Full UK Driver's License There is a strong financial package and bonus structure in place for the right candidate. Previous experience in renewables is essential, with a preference towards solar and battery storage. Please apply via the link or contact Theo Bove via the details below to learn more: 0141 375 7292 theo.bove@spencer-ogden.com
My client is currently looking for an experienced Power Systems Engineer to join and expand their Grid Team, working alongside the Grid Development Manager. The client is a renewable energy IPP company with fully integrated development capabilities and it's head office in London. The main focus is developing renewable energy power plants across the United Kingdom with the help of their highly experienced management team and partners to allow them to deliver quality, bankable renewable power assets. Their focus is on the development of large-scale solar, wind and hybrid energy storage projects. Role: In this role you will be working closely alongside the grid manager, and if required the key management team members and land acquisition team. Supporting the Grid team in identifying and securing grid capacity both on the distribution level and national transmission level from 11kV up to 400kV network for its large-scale solar, wind and BESS projects. You will regularly communicate and liaise with the relevant DNOs and NGESO to gather all necessary intelligence to successfully source and secure grid capacity for prospective projects.The ideal candidate must have experience in power systems analysis, excellent communication skills and experience of liaising with external stakeholders such as network operators and specialist grid consultants.Furthermore, you will be actively manging relevant grid aspects of the business, building and maintaining relationships with the DNOs & NG throughout the entire development and construction process. Additionally, you will be supporting the planning team and if necessary, the legal team on any grid connection related matters to ensure that the permits and legal documentation are fully aligned with the grid requirements. Responsibilities:• Identify and qualify grid capacity that are suitable for PV, Wind and BESS by undertaking the desktop power system analysis.• Originate, submit, and managed the process of transmission and distribution connection applications. • Gathering intelligence and analysing the existing and future electricity network available data bases at transmission and distribution level to provide input into the location and electrical characteristics of new solar/wind developments:• Engagement with NGESO and DNOs on pre-app meetings and budget offers to glean market-leading intelligence on the availability of connections any upcoming developments (short-, mid-, and long-term)• Completing the ENA's G99 application form for developments connected to the distribution network.• Generating SLDs using the Auto Cad and analysing the thirds party technical drawing.• Reviewing grid connection offers and advise the Management team on summarising costs, scope of work and technical aspects of the offer.• Undertaking detailed cost analysis of the grid connection costs and implementing strategies to reduce and optimise the costs for connection.• Manage project pipeline by communicating with DNOs / NGESO/ ICPs as necessary to track progress with development.• Liaising with developers and TOs/DNOs to understand the status and delivery programs and meet the milestones for grid connections.• Working with NGESO’s connection portal, completing the application forms including DRC for specific transmission network opportunities. Special Requirements: • 3-4 years in a technical role working electricity projects, including submission of grid connection applications at distribution or transmission level.• Electrical engineering background preferred (you may have a postgraduate degree in a relevant topic) with experience in a technical environment.• Working knowledge of the Grid Code /ENA G99 is important.• Experience with DIgSILENT Power Factory.• Ideally working experience in Solar and wind projects.• BESS experience is preferred, but not necessarily required.
Business title: APAC Service operation headLocation: Primary location ThailandAdditional location: China, TWN, SGResponsibilities: Manage Service project operation in APAC, reporting to regional CEO.Achieve operational excellence and ensure safety.Excel in Project Management, managing customer's expectations and satisfaction.Develop and implement service operations strategy and policies.Enhance operation targets across all areas of the service and onshore wind business in APAC.Manage financials and budget.Identify and manage risks and opportunities to achieve revenue and profit targets.Ensure safe implementation of tasks and promote a culture of leadership and ownership.Promote continuous improvement and innovation to reduce costs and create value for GRE and customers.Provide leadership and convey company values.Build and develop the team based on their feedback. Requirements: Provide visible leadership and clear communication of the vision and directionInternational experience (dealing with multiple countries, including outside Europe), managing multicultural teams and customersProject management experience (10+ years) including large projectsProven ability to manage multiple projects while meeting challenging deadlines. budget and quality assuranceExperience leading large organization and managers. capability to lead team growth and development.Bachelor degree in engineering. MBA ideal. Fluency in English
Location: London (Hybrid WFH) Sector: Construction / Built Environment Description:Spencer Ogden has partnered with one of the largest construction consultancies in the UK. Specialising in a variety of sectors such as, education, healthcare, industrial, transport, retail and more. Their sustainability team are actively looking for an Associate Director level candidate to join their team. The role will involve a high degree of technical skills such as providing sustainable reports, handlining cash flow, managing buildings, managing resources, managing a team, keeping up to date with construction standards and and leasing with multiple engineering units. Furthermore, the role has been created to steer the organisations business and pipeline, where you will be crucial in deciding what projects the business will invest in for the foreseeable future. Responsibilities: Develop Net Zero Carbon strategies, building certification, health and well-being and otherConsult with a variety of engineering unitsStay up to date with latest policies and regulations in constructionDevelop organisations pipeline and business developmentBids authoring, cashflow forecasting and client managementMentor younger team membersWork alongside the Director of Sustainability in capturing new opportunitiesWrite technical reports Requirements: Highly technical background, preferably in engineering, or building-related degree; a building sustainability/energy related fieldPreferably five years experience working in a UK based construction consultancyUp to date with latest policy and regulations within the construction sectorClear experience in capturing new business for an organisation within the construction sectorStrong experience in handling cashflow & bidding for projectsClear experience in leading a teamClear understanding of building physics
Site / Construction ManagerThis Company is one of the world's leading Battery Energy Storage & Renewable Power Solutions provider. The excellence we bring to our work has made this company globally recognized as a premier value adding EPC firm. We are currently seeking a Site Manager / Construction Manager to join our Construction Team. This role will be assigned to specific project sites and may also be required to support multiple sites; travel is required. This position will be responsible for overseeing, monitoring, and running the daily activities and operations on construction sites including ensuring strict compliance with all laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines. The Site Manager will consult and collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and other project personnel while ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget as required and specified and must have the ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure. In addition, the candidate will be required to interface with company, client, and contractor/vendor personnel.Responsibilities: Supervise, plan, coordinate and monitor performance and progress of site construction activitiesImplement and enforcing safety and quality guidelines; perform safety briefingsCoordinate materials and equipment delivery with vendors and suppliers and keep accurate track of material stocks and consumption on siteManage a team of workers, including work schedules, and resource allocationMake recommendations on personnel needs and/or subcontractors in order to ensure work is completed in accordance with the project scheduleQuality control, subcontractor, and inspection coordinationProvide updates to project plans, schedules, and progress reports, which include contractor's and sub-contractor's activities, while maintaining a daily log of site operations with daily progress photosMonitor project cost trends and ensure completion within budgetManage and coordinate on-site visitsEnsure that teams on site work safely and cooperatively with the sole aim of completing a project while adhering strictly to all HSE requirements, deadlines, specifications, and codesEnsuring that the construction site remains safe, clean, and orderly Qualifications, Skills, Experience, Personal Attributes. The preferred candidate should hold a fully accredited, university degree in engineering, construction management, or other related field and a minimum of 10 years of directly related experience; experience in lieu of a degree will be considered. Civil and Electrical background preferred.Good computer skills required in Microsoft Office with knowledge of planning software such as MS Project.The candidate must have a strong understanding of HSE processes, project planning & scheduling, risk management and change management processes.It is also essential to the role that the candidate have strong leadership skills and excellent time management skills.Personal attributes and behaviors essential for this role include being a self-starter, highly motivated, adaptable, proactive approach to problem solving, critical thinker, capable of working with minimal supervision, excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels (written and verbal), follow-up, approachable, and a team player.
My client is a leading Irish based utility scale, solar & storage developer bringing projects from origination through development. Their portfolio of projects total 6GWs of Solar and 3Gw of storage. You will be joining the highly skilled team at the forefront of the energy transition playing a central role in successfully growing and implementing their pipeline. The successful candidate should have 7 years' minimum experience in construction management and site experience of renewable energy projects along with a strong technical knowledge of all relevant Construction and Health & Safety standards and regulations across the UK and Ireland. Responsibilities include: Support the negotiation of efficient and cost-effective contracts for project delivery where requiredMaintain and manage close working relationships with EPC contractors throughout the construction processCo-ordinate with the wider project delivery team to ensure projects are constructed in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective mannerCo-ordinate Owner’s Engineer services on site
Construction Manager (District Heating Project)Location: Munich, GermanyCurrently, we are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee a major district heating project in Munich, requiring extensive power plant experience.Position Summary: As a Construction Manager, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the construction process for the district heating project in Munich. Your primary focus will be overseeing the construction and installation of a power plant, ensuring it is executed within budget, on schedule, and meets the highest quality standards. This role requires a strong background in power plant construction and a comprehensive understanding of district heating systems.Responsibilities: Project Management: Lead and manage the construction project from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.Construction Oversight: Oversee all construction activities, including site preparation, power plant construction, equipment installation, and infrastructure development.Technical Expertise: Utilize your extensive power plant experience to provide technical guidance and support throughout the construction process, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, codes, and standards.Contractor Management: Collaborate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, overseeing their work, evaluating performance, and ensuring adherence to project specifications.Quality Assurance: Implement quality control procedures and inspections to guarantee the highest standards of construction quality are maintained.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues that may arise during the construction process, taking appropriate measures to address them promptly.Collaboration: Foster effective communication and collaboration with project stakeholders, including engineers, designers, consultants, and local authorities, to ensure smooth project execution.Health and Safety: Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols and regulations, promoting a culture of safety on the construction site at all times.Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate project documentation, progress reports, and construction records, ensuring timely reporting to project stakeholders. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. A relevant Master's degree is a plus.Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction management, with a focus on power plant construction. Prior experience with district heating projects is highly desirable.Power Plant Expertise: Strong knowledge and understanding of power plant construction processes, equipment, and systems, including boilers, turbines, generators, and associated infrastructure.Project Management Skills: Proven track record in successfully managing complex construction projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with local building codes, regulations, and safety standards related to power plant construction and district heating systems.Leadership Abilities: Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and make sound decisions under pressure.Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders.Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and German is required.
The Project Construction Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the pre-planning and execution for the client's renewables and power portfolio. In addition to project-supporting tasks, the position will support continuous improvement initiatives such as documenting and improving processes and procedures, market industry knowledge. Document Control:- Manage documents control and workflow monitoring during the EPC RFP, EPC contracting, and during the construction, testing and commission of the project.- Support the set-up of the internal and external project folders.- Support the design of the workflow for the different processes during the project execution.- Maintain a library of standard templates and guiding principles for close-out documentations.- Assist in scanning, organizing, indexing, archiving essential project documentation.- Fulfill document retrieval requests.- Receive and process RFIs, NCNs, Submittals and Transmittals.- Maintain tracking log for RFIs, NCNs, Submittals and Transmittals.- Check compliance and quality of documents against contract requirements.- Liaise with Client/Contractor/Subcontractor.- Report on process of documents as needed.- Administrate the document control system/platform for the project.- Manage the process of Job Books creation and compliance, in accordance with contracts requirements.- Review and comment on QA/QC documents required for Job Books.- Transmit documentation and submittals through the project management platform.- Receive, log, and track plans and specifications as received including all revisions.- Maintain all required hard copy and electronic copy files of project documentation.- Support project team with regards to submittals, RFI's, drawings, specifications, and other project documents. Site Administrative Management:- Participation in selection and training of on-site administrative staff regarding specific job duties, including but not limited to, document control, accounting support, SAP, and standard processes.- Manage company IT equipment and office supplies transfer from one project to another.- Support project site team in getting site staff for construction equipped with all standard office, safety, and IT equipment.- Support the implementation of the inspection the testing plans.- Support the training and on-boarding of new site team.- Manage the different Service Agreements for the project, including NDA's, MSA's, CSA's and SOW's. EPC RFP & Contracting Process Support: - Support the Project Engineering & Construction Manager during the RFP process.- Prepare BoP contract exhibits (including the SOW, technical specifications, drawings, quality, and safety requirements) before launching the RFP.- Ensures construction contracts are aligned (back-to-back and no gap) between Owner Supplied items, DBS contracts and other construction interfaces.- Support the review and response to bidders RFIs.- Work with project team to evaluate bids and award contracts.- Support the EPC contracting process with the selected EPC-contractors, including the Exhibits negations. General:- Track proper reporting of key project safety metrics on a monthly and quarterly basis for all projects and contractors.- Support of company initiatives, such as implementing new processes, procedures, or development of department specific tools.- Performs other duties as assigned.
About the job Construction Project Manager - Renewables***Please note all roles are within Europe - for this role you MUST already be living in Italy or have recent experience working in the Italian market with the ability to accommodate your own relocation*** The ideal candidate will oversee projects from bidding to execution. You will work alongside senior management and act as the point of contact for clients. This client is seeking someone independent and professionally able to make informed decisions with little direction. You will have autonomy to deliver a bespoke construction service to the client for the full life cycle of the project.You will be required to be based between two projects; Northern Italy.Southern Italy. Locations are revealed after a successful application for the role. Responsibilities Oversee all stages of project life cycleManage project budgetProvide timely status reports to stakeholdersAbility to develop/maintain a positive working relationship with clients, the public, subcontractors, and developersStrong business acumen in project planning and management Qualifications 5+ years of experienceSignificant exposure to sustainable projects, focused on wind and solar projectsExisting experience of working for an EPC or Developer in the Italian marketExtensive knowledge of Italian RenewablesStrong organisational and project management skillsIndustry knowledge of Renewables, EPC Management and Italian market.Detail-oriented and strong communication skillsA high degree of self-awareness and modesty, as well as enthusiasm for taking on novel or uncomfortable situationsIntellectual flexibility, curiosity, and innovation; your default assumption is problem-solvingAn entrepreneurial attitude that is adaptable, risk-taking, and awareUnderstands and promotes the "team" concept.Strong verbal, written, and organisational skills About You Must be comfortable with an autonomous roleMust be able to speak Italian and English.Must be willing to be flexible for the needs of the project and travel around Italy. For a full job description or If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply or reach out directly to Melika La’Rosa at Melika.LaRosa@spencer-ogden.com Closing date 30/01/2023 Due to the high volume of applications we are unable to contact everyone, If you have not heard from us within 3 business days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.
Position SummaryThe Construction Supervisor is the team member with the boots on the ground every day, making each hour and dollar count, ensuring that our systems are built safely and efficiently, to the client standard. This person is a problem solver, a team player, a creative thinker, an organized leader who breaks big goals into manageable tasks. This person gets the unique opportunity to spend their days working outside on a project that begins as a bare piece of land and ends with a system that produces clean, renewable electricity for a community. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Meets with subcontractors daily to plan and coordinate the short term goals and objectives, and develop a path forward to solve any problems.- Develops three week look-ahead schedule and works with Construction Manager and trades to ensure schedule is met.- Collects and analyzes production data in order to build productivity standards for the project and then communicates these standards to the project stakeholders.- Coordinates the arrival of deliveries and equipment to the project site with the logistics team and subcontractors.- Reviews and thoroughly understands material submittals, plans and specifications to ensure that the project is built to standard.- Leads by example and enforces company and regulatory safety policies and procedures; addresses non-compliance among all employees, subcontractors and vendors.- Knows the key operational details of the subcontract and holds the subcontractors accountable to their agreement and the company's standards.- Measures productivity, progress and performance of the subcontractors on a daily basis and completes daily activity and tracking reports. Qualifications- 3-5 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the solar industry- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred- Exceptional oral and written communication skills; experience with MS Suite tools required- Must have working knowledge of civil, electrical and utility construction- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards required; OSHA 10 is a minimum requirement- Willingness to travel for projects in new and growing markets