George Robinson

George Robinson

Consultant - Senior

George graduated from the University of Greenwich with a Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering. He joined LSP in February 2020 as a Delivery Consultant within our delivery team. Using his knowledge of Civil Engineering to provide first class delivery, George quickly took on the role of Senior Delivery Consultant and became a vital part of our delivery function. George has been with LSP for over 2 years and was promoted to an Account Managers across both our Permanent and Contract Division. George will focus on delivering and networking within Senior roles across the renewable energy industry.

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Offshore Wind

Cable Installation Engineer - Array Cables

United Kingdom, Germany, Denmark

Our client is seeking a Cable Installation Engineer - Array Cables to join their team. Key Responsibilities Development of Offshore Wind Farm installation logistics Support procurement with preparation of contracts and vessel charters with offshore construction companies Technical assessment of installation methodologies. Review the Contractor’s laying and burial procedures and ensure adherence to Employer’s requirements, relevant standards, recommended practices, guidelines and industry best practices Close collaboration with other work packages and projects including knowledge and experience sharing Support in bidding process and assistance in technical bid evaluation Align with other stakeholders (FOU, OSS, WTG) and ensure the safe and efficient execution of the works. Support Interface Management to scope-related internal and external stakeholders (work packages, other projects, contractors, authorities) Review and assist in cable routing, cable pull-in and T&T methodologies Review the Contractor’s pre-installation engineering works and procedures Coordinating with packages as well as other internal departments regarding project specific requirements. Oversee and coordinate the installation of IAC, including pre-laying surveys, cable laying, burial and jointing activities. Provision of technical assistance to the consenting team Support the Project Planner with any other necessary analysis (of the project schedule with regards to the installation and commissioning works), give input for programme optimisation and with regards to lessons learnt in the area of project planning. Assistance in Offshore Agreements Deliverables Deliver Successful Transport and Installation of Array Cables Obtain As Built Document for hand-over to Operations Requirements University degree in relevant engineering field Strong experience in construction projects of offshore wind farms Deeply founded understanding of tendering and contracts used in array cable Installation Strong project management experience in offshore logistics High commitment to HSE. The health and safety of all parties involved in the operation must be your priority at all times. Practical offshore installation experience You are ready to challenge work, input or statements of others (even senior stakeholders) Experience with Cable laying and burial Experience with CPS suppliers Experience with Termination & Testing Proven knowledge of MS Office products. Experience with GIS, Orcaflex and AutoCAD is an advantage Your command of English is strong; both verbally and written Proven track record in offshore wind construction ''

Storage

Development Director

Greater London, South East, England

Our client is seeking a Director of Development to be responsible for the origination and development of our client’s storage assets across EMEA from inception through financial close. The successful candidate will be responsible for determining our client’s approach to development to EMEA, leading new market entry activities and creating a risk managed pipeline of projects by utilising multiple origination strategies (green field, acquisitions, partnerships). You will champion projects internally and work with cross functional teams to ensure that projects have appropriate commercialisation pathways and are progressing towards an investable business case. The Director of Development is accountable for the management of the existing development team, while continuing to build out our development capability, and ensuring the efficient allocation of resources with the right competence to projects, ensuring effective progress of projects towards and through to financial investment decision. Key Responsibilities Manage and lead the EMEA development function and ensure integration of the team across the business.Development of the project related elements of our European country level business plansManagement of country level DevEx budgets and associated reporting with a key focus on minimising sunk DevExBe accountable for preparation and approval of all project development plans, schedules and budgetsAnalysis and origination of project leads, ensuring high quality projects on attractive commercial terms are continually added to our target market pipelines in accordance with regional pipeline strategy and targetsProviding leadership and strategic direction to development managers ensuring our pipeline of projects are developed efficiently to ensure development capital invested maximises value for our shareholdersResponsible for ensuring the trading and investment management teams are aligned on the development strategy for each project which includes a clear pathway to commercialisation with an investable business caseResponsible for ensuring all projects are appropriately resourced including coordinating support and resource allocation from all departments and that key development decisions are made in coordination with appropriate business functions.Act as sponsor for the business case of projects as they progress through development and ultimately towards FID in collaboration with the investment management teamEnsure timely and cost-effective development of the portfolio of projects in accordance with safety, technical, environmental, community and operational requirements.Drive the continuous improvement of project development, tools and templates and the teams project management and delivery capabilities. RequirementsYou will have a minimum of ten years’ of relevant experience working on the development of energy and infrastructure projects, preferably in renewables sector.You will bring an extensive experience as a project developer with a demonstrated track record of successful project management of all land, environmental, permitting, stakeholder management, initial engineering and grid connection activities of renewable projects up to the point of financial closeStrong commercial acumen with track record of negotiating and executing a wide variety of project development related contractsHave strong understanding of key development risks and ability to exercise judgement to inform how to prioritise resourcing and development capital across the portfolioYou will need to have a track record of effective stakeholder engagement, strong commercial acumen and present with the respect and authority needed to be the local lead and representative.As an experienced manager, you will be expected to lead and coach your team members to enhance their capability and career progression.You will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of local laws & regulations, development procedures, and market practices.You will have an excellent academic record and a bachelor’s degree in a related field such as engineering, finance, law, science or a project management related qualification.You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise at all levels. You will need to be ambitious, motivated and have the drive to succeed.

Onshore Wind

Management Consultant

Greater London, South East, England

Our client is seeking a Senior Management Consultant, the role reports to Director of Onshore Wind, Solar, and Battery for Europe who has P&L responsibility for the origination, development, construction, and operation of our European assets and management of teams currently based in Spain, Italy, France, Greece and Poland, as well as any new operations in the region. Key Responsibilities Assess whether the current capabilities, pipeline, management and governance processes are fit for purpose in relation to the European markets in which our client operates or aspires to be in, and design approach to consolidating their existing position and growing in the priority European markets. Defining what good looks like for the company in each of its priority markets Outlining different approaches to delivering these outcomes Advising on how the business can scale up in these markets (where appropriate) Providing input into organisational design to drive successful pipeline conversion and operational performance. Identifying opportunities which can support net zero targets whilst creating shareholder value, and advising on the criteria for quantitative and qualitative assessment of such opportunities. Requirements Background in strategy management consulting, or similar role in international corporates. Deep understanding of the renewables industry within European markets, including an understanding of wind, solar and battery technologies. Experience of early-stage project development and navigating land, consents and routes to market is particularly beneficial. Experience of working in or supporting high value, complex capital projects including deep understanding of the commercial value drivers and financing options. Experience of change programmes and business expansion into new markets and geographies. Fluency in Spanish and other European languages is preferred but not necessary.

Offshore Wind

Senior HVDC Cable Engineer

United Kingdom

Our client is seeking a Senior HVDC Cable Engineer to join their HVDC Project Engineering team to help drive forward the projects and bring big ideas, new skills and innovative thinking to help grow the teams to successfully deliver a network for Net Zero.Key Responsibilities • Support project Front End Engineering Design (FEED) activities such as options assessment, cable route development, landfall selection and risk assessment. This includes interdisciplinary working alongside various teams including environmental and land consenting, geotechnical, civil and offshore installation engineers.• As a key member of Designer and Principal Designer teams, promote the safety-in-design ethos and discharge these CDM duties on behalf of our client.• Identification and management of geotechnical risk. Reduce risk (technical, quality, health, and safety) to the point of elimination or as low as is reasonably practicable. This includes risk identification, assessment, mitigation, communication and record keeping.• Inform the HVDC cable system requirements for Engineering and Construction Contracts (ECCs) and supporting the tender review process as part of the technical team.• Review and acceptance of Contractor engineering and design deliverables for compliance with Employer's requirements and legislation, including defect and change management. Supervise installation and commissioning works for compliance with Employer's requirements and legislation.• Support and mentor junior engineers, ensuring they are adequately supported throughout traineeship.Requirements • Qualification of minimum BEng/BSc qualification level in a relevant engineering discipline.• Technical knowledge and experience in holding key technical position(s) during development and delivery of a HVDC or HVAC transmission cable project.• Work experience and understanding of ECC contracts and CDM regulations; particularly with respect to roles of Supervisor and Principal Designer.• Competent awareness and working knowledge of relevant industry standards, specifications and recommendations.• Excellent communication, time-management, and organisational skills.• Experience and enthusiasm for giving mentorship/guidance to junior engineers and building technical excellence within the team and wider business.

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