Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

Glasgow, Lanarkshire, United Kingdom

(Hybrid)

Job Description

Wood is recruiting for an Assistant Project Manager to join our Project Development Engineering (PDE) team within our renewables consulting division. The Renewables centre of excellence is based in Glasgow; however, we recognise the value of remote and hybrid working so are open to applications throughout the UK. Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.
The Role
The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for supporting a portfolio of multi-disciplinary renewable energy projects typically focusing on (but not limited to) onshore wind, offshore wind and solar.
You will represent Wood as a key technical and project management resource by sharing knowledge and experience to aid overall development of competencies within the Team, Group and Company to enhance overall project delivery to clients.  
 
The role offers a high-profile position in a highly visible and motivated team, with the exciting opportunity to be part of a significant growth group with ambitious plans.
 
Our Clients and Projects 
It’s a future for all of us. We aspire to shape a better tomorrow by unlocking solutions that address the biggest challenges facing our clients and our society. 
We service a varied client base worldwide, including World-class private developers (major and independent), investment banks, utilities & power generation companies, pension funds, Technology Innovation and Research Centres – to name but a few. We provide value add services bespoke to the clients’ requirements across; technical specialists, project management, owners engineering through all the phases of the project lifecycle. Our specialisms across the renewables sector include; onshore and offshore wind, green hydrogen, solar, grid, storage and infrastructure. The work that we do for our clients is key to making the energy transition possible.
What we can offer

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

If all of this sounds good to you, review the typical responsibilities of the role and the requirements of the position below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood. 

Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities

Provide project management assistance and technical advisor/ owners engineer services to a range of multi-disciplinary renewable energy projects, with an initial focus on the pre-construction and construction phases of onshore wind developments, particularly international projects
Interface with a team of specialists to progress and deliver renewable energy projects through pre-construction and construction phases
Progress projects in accordance with the pre-defined budgets, deadlines and quality requirements
Contribute to the development of technical schedules of EPC, BoP, and TSA contracts
Support with Invitation to Tender (ITT), tender evaluation and contract negotiation processes
Act on behalf of clients to interface with contractors, monitor and report on contractor’s progress and compliance with their contracts
Contribute to business development activities and assist in securing new projects and opportunities for the company
Draft robust proposals for submission to our clients
Ensure health and safety considerations are integral to the delivery of projects and project tasks

Qualifications

Skills / Qualifications
You may read these details and are potentially thinking about not applying due to not having every single skill, knowledge or experience listed, and that’s understandable.  However, we’d still like to hear from you. At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all the talent that is out there.  We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences.  So even if you feel you don’t have everything listed, but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge, or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world’s most critical challenges….do apply. 
Expected:

Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering, technical or scientific discipline
A postgraduate qualification related to renewable energy or significant knowledge of a range of renewable energy system technologies
Experience in the pre-construction and construction phases of onshore windfarms
Experience in project management for a renewable energy technology development
Experience of working within a consultancy environment
International experience of developing renewable energy projects
Knowledge of forms of contract and/or experience in contract negotiations
CSCS or equivalent site safety passport and a practical understanding of safety regulations.
Willingness for occasional worldwide travel

Desirable:

Previous experience of working in a consultancy
Stakeholder management
Experience in delivering multiple multi-disciplinary projects simultaneously

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.