Renewable Energy - Projects and Technical Lead

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Based in the Victorian Energy Team, with a primary focus on delivering our pipeline of multidisciplinary renewable energy projects. Playing a leading role in the positioning for, winning and delivering projects within the growing renewable energy industry, this role will support the accelerating expansion of our Energy Business locally and regionally. 

As a senior member of the Victorian Geography, you will form part of an established leadership team focused on the Energy sector. Your role will involve leveraging your extensive and established relationships across the renewables industry to bring Arup’s full service offering to bear with our clients.  

Your deep experience in leading complex multidisciplinary projects and extensive technical knowledge will play a critical role in the successful delivery of a range of renewable energy projects for private developers and government clients, from strategic and technical advisory to delivery of designs and construction support.

As Project and/or Technical Director, you will be responsible for our overarching project performance and as an integrated member of our Victorian Geography Leadership, have an influential role in the overarching success of our future business. 

What will I do?

• Provide expert leadership in providing energy consulting services to clients, offering innovative solutions and in-depth knowledge.
• Leading large-scale projects with multiple teams and stakeholders, developing project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies, managing project risks, and mentoring junior project managers.
• Provide expert leadership in design management and strategic planning for projects, offering innovative solutions and in-depth knowledge in design coordination. Act as a key collaborator in defining visionary project goals and objectives with design teams.
• Set and meet agreed budgets and deadlines.  In addition, this role may be accountable for managing the financial performance of specified areas;
• Organize content with precision, utilizing visual aids to ensure absolute clarity. Convey complex ideas and data with eloquence and conciseness.
• Exhibit unmatched expertise in public speaking and presentation skills, exuding confidence and wielding significant influence. Continuously and proactively refine presentation techniques to achieve the pinnacle of communication effectiveness.

What will I bring?

• Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering or similar area;
• Relevant industry experience within the renewable energy design and consulting business environment;
• Relevant experience in leading and directing a dedicated team of Engineers and Technical Specialists in the provision of high-level technical expertise in renewable energy infrastructure
• Direct experience working for or with off-shore wind developers in Australia is preferred. 
  
  

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. 

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
 
Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia:

• Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours. 
• Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
• Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer. 
• Birthday leave
• Annual leave loading
• Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
• International mobility opportunities
• Insurances (life & income protection)
• Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans  
• Novated car lease
• Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.

Different people, share values 

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. 

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our application process
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
 
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Helen Pakhomov at helen.pakhomov@arup.com
 
Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. 

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