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.

George Jobs

Offshore Wind

Sales Director - Offshore Wind

Hamburg, Germany

Our client is looking for a Sales Director, Offshore Wind, to join their team. They are one of the largest wind turbine manufacturer's in the World. The company focuses on designing, manufacturing, selling and servicing megawatt-class wind turbines.Key Responsibilities• Manage complex bidding processes related to the supply of offshore wind turbines to international projects until contract signature• Act as single point of contact throughout the whole sales process for technical and commercial topics related to WTG supply and service• Represent whole of clients product portfolio including solar, hydrogen and storage• Ensure that customer requirements are well understood and define winning sales strategies• Liaise with internal stakeholder for bid preparation, client meetings and during contract negotiations• Prepare and compile proposal packages• Build and maintain relationships with clients and other stakeholder in the offshore wind industry• Support the continuous improvement of business processes, commercial concepts and sales documentsRequirements • Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering or business administration• Professional experience in at least one area of the wind industry, preferably offshore wind• Willingness to learn and represent other technologies from the field of renewable energy like solar, hydrogen and storage• At least 5 years professional experience in project management, preferable in the wind industry• Experience with sales processes and contract negotiations• Ability to build trusting and long-lasting relationships with clients• Good understanding of the commercial and technical aspects of large-scale renewable projects• Ability to work in an independent manner in a very dynamic environment• Ability to translate project requirements into contractual langue• Fluent English and very good communication skills

Offshore Wind

Package Manager - Export Cable

Greater London, South East, England

The position of Export Cables Package Manager is a fulltime hybrid role with flexibility to work from a remote location with regular visits to the London Office located in Farringdon. The expectation of this role is for 2 days in the office with the potential for needing to undertake additional travel as required. The Export Cables Package Manager shall report to the Senior Project Manager and work closely with the other Package Managers and JV functions. As Export Cables Package Manager, you will develop and provide leadership to a multidisciplinary cables team and will have accountability for the delivery of the Export cables contracts, which will include the management of a wide range of areas, included but not limited to:Health, safety, environment and qualityDesignProgrammeCommercial, claims and risksProject reporting and development of processes and procedures ResponsibilitiesHSSE performance through design and implementation to eliminate or reduce risks during construction, operation and maintenance,Review and implementation of FEED contracts, support main asset procurement and detail design.Define, develop and successfully manage the interfaces with the rest of project packages,Undertake tender document preparation, bid reviews and evaluations, contract negotiation and complete contract execution, including claim management up to hand over to the operation team,Develop the day-to-day interaction with the Contractor to ensure adherence with the HSSE, quality, scope, budget, technical requirements and time schedule,Manage technical and commercial risks, issues and impacts of changes to the project,Report to the Senior Project Manager on progress, issues and changesCoordinate a multidisciplinary team to deliver the works under your responsibilities. CompetenciesMaster's in Engineering with extensive experience and knowledge in submarine cable system design and installation operations,Good knowledge of current health, safety and environmental legislation,Significant and in-depth experience in Project Management of offshore submarine cables,High level of competency in contract management, claims management, negotiation techniques and dispute resolution methodologiesHighly motivated individual with a positive attitude ensuring adequate interfaces, controls and communication is established and maintained in all aspects of project managementAbility to identify a problem or conflict, identify potential solutions and evaluate the solutions leading to a recommendation for the optimum solutionGood English communication skills both written and verbal

Offshore Wind

Technical Sales Manager - Offshore Wind

Hamburg, Germany

Our client is looking for a Technical Sales Manager, Offshore Wind, to join their team. They are one of the largest wind turbine manufacturer's in the World. The company focuses on designing, manufacturing, selling and servicing megawatt-class wind turbines.Key Responsibilities• Manage technical aspects during the bidding processes related to the supply of offshore wind turbines to international projects until contract signature• Support the Sales Director for technical topics related to WTG supply and service• Coordinate technical topics with internal stakeholder at the headquarters.• Manage complex technical due diligence processes• Ensure that customer requirements are well understood and define technical solutions• Support during the preparation of proposal packages• Build and maintain relationships with clients and other stakeholder in theoffshore wind industry• Support the continuous improvement of business processes, technical conceptsand sales documentsRequirements • Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering• At least 5 years Professional experience in at least one area of the wind industry, preferably offshore wind• Willingness to learn about other technologies from the field of renewable energy like solar, hydrogen and storage• Good understanding of the technical aspects of large-scale renewable projects• Ability to work in an independent manner in a very dynamic environment• Fluent English and Chinese, and very good communication skills

Offshore Wind

WTG Installation Manager

Greater London, South East, England

Our client is looking for a WTG Installation Manager to support the WTG package. The project is in the Development Phase with the aim to achieve all the necessary consents and complete the necessary surveys and engineering to enable the project to become operational before 2030. The position is an important role within an integrated JV project team. Role The WTG Installation Manager shall report to the Project Construction Manager and work closely with the WTG Package Manager, to support the review and implementation of FEED outcomes in the near term and to manage the offshore installation at execution stage. The installation of the WTGs shall involve safety critical operations. Consequently, the role requires a strong understanding of risk management processes (HAZID, HAZOP), and a clear understanding of safe ways of working, particularly for WTG technician operation, personnel transfer, and lifting operations. A collaborative approach with other technical, interface and project controls, HSE and quality roles, and the candidate shall demonstrate experience of working in a multi-discipline project environment. The successful candidate shall work towards agreed Project milestones, ensuring preparation and archiving of required documentation release and handover to O&M. Main Responsibilities The successful candidate shall have a track record in WTG installation operations. Preference shall be given to candidates with experience of offshore construction. The candidate shall assist in the development and review of detailed schedules and methodology, with a priority for safe and efficient onshore and offshore operations. The Installation Manager shall review supplied procedures for the full installation life cycle, from pre-assembly to installation and commissioning, to ensure compatibility with the Project Employer’s Requirements, HSSE and quality requirements. The candidate shall have extensive knowledge of JUVs, and associated capabilities and operational limits. The successful candidate shall also develop a philosophy for onshore site selection for pre-assembly, and shall be familiar with onshore assembly operations, crane requirements, laydown areas and temporary ground works, and loading in/out lifts. The successful candidate shall be responsible for the effective contract management of the WTG installation scope, plus contract scopes for other vessels in support of the WTG installation campaign. Consequently, the candidate shall preferably have knowledge of standard contract forms such as FIDIC and BIMCO. The candidate shall work closely with the vessel operator to facilitate effective interfaces for the transportation, handling and installation of the WTG components. Requirements Bachelor's degree in a marine or engineering specialism, and at least five years of project experience in onshore or offshore WTG construction projects, preferably with offshore construction experience at either a developer or marine contractor. Candidates without degree will also be considered with extensive demonstrable experience in WTG installation activities. Experience in contract development and negotiation for offshore scopes, support tendering documentation preparation, and technically review responses. Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation and best practice. Preference given to candidates with experience of CDM projects. Candidates shall have knowledge of HSE legislation and audits, design and operational risk assessment processes, and method statement production and review. Knowledge of marine operations including for JUV, vessel constraints, durations and limits, and associated quayside operations, load out and transportation to field. Knowledge of applicable codes and standards. Proactive and co-operative way of working. Specific Competencies Experience and knowledge in WTG pre-assembly and offshore methods. Familiarity with calculation reports for rigging design for offshore lifts, seafastening and grillage. Experience with construction programmes, durations of WTG installation activities, and familiarity with interfacing package schedules. Working knowledge of the Wind Turbine Safety Rules, and familiarity with expectations for mechanical and electrical safety rules. Familiarity with offshore weather downtime modelling Proficient in basic Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, outlook). Excellent organization skills with the ability to manage own workload, meet timescales and coordinate a number of external and internal stakeholders, sometimes under tight timescales. Familiarity with construction document review, e.g. Lift Plans and RAMS review for all offshore installation vessel activities Develop installation sequence with WTG PM and other packages to satisfy project milestones. Oversee the sequence at installation phase. Ensure the Contractor conforms to their responsibilities under the CDM regulation and Project consents and licensing requirements. Surveillance for and alerting to the WTG Package any WTG Installation risks. Monitoring and evaluating the contactors compliance with documentation and with the Turbine Supply Agreement (TSA). Offshore Phase: Responsible for ensuring all the TSA critical recordings are taken during installation works offshore. Weekly reporting to the WTG Package Manager on the installation activities Coordination between offshore planned works and the marine coordination centre. Management, coordination and communication with the MWS. Record lessons learned, including a summary of issues that arise during the operations along with recommendations for the future.

Transmission

Bid Director

United Kingdom

JOB ID: #7125 Bid Director Our client is looking for a Bid Director with a special combination of skills and experience that include: drive, leadership, competitiveness, collaboration, and stakeholder management to manage bidding processes and win projects in a complex and competitive environment. Role OverviewOur client is looking for a successful entry into the CATO sector from its inception and this role would be at the forefront of winning the CATO projects. The role will report to the Managing Director but will require close interaction with other Directors in the business and their respective teams. The primary responsibilities include: RequirementsResponsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Act as the bid leader for CATO projects during the PQQ and ITT stages Develop bidding plans for delivery of timely, accurate, compliant and competitive bids Identify potential consortium partners, develop strong relationships and formalise contractual documents required for establishing project consortia Lead cross-functional teams of highly experienced individuals focused on producing high-quality deliverables for all CATO projects and other work as required Create scope, timeline, budget, risk assessments and business cases for all CATO bidding activities Identify the necessary internal and external resources required for successful bidding activities Coordinate the internal and external resources including legal, technical and insurance advisers Gather all bid inputs and lead on drafting of bid documents Act as a conduit between the procuring authority our client Research future CATO project pipelines to plan ahead all necessary bidding activities Create and deliver handover plans from Origination to Development during preferred bidder stage Create all necessary procedures and processes to support the CATO bidding activities Experience, Work Experience and Qualifications: Qualified to a Masters Degree level Recognised programme management qualification Minimum 5 years experience in managing complex programmes, preferably related to commercial bidding; managing scopes, programmes, budgets, risks, and business cases Experience in planning and executing complex and multi-elemental bids Proven track record of winning bids Proven track record of producing high-quality deliverables Experience leading a team of highly experienced individuals with diverse backgrounds and skillsets Experience in managing advisers and JV partners Understanding of establishing and governing consortia with investors, contractors, and others Knowledge of electricity transmission sector desirable Skills & Attributes: A driven and competitive leader Excellent programme management skills Good attention to detail Commercially astute Strong ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing Ability to work well with project partners within a JV or consortium set-up Excellent organisational skills Ability to multi-task and produce high-quality deliverables through multiple workstreams

Offshore Wind

Senior Foundations Engineer

Scotland

JOB ID: #7104Senior Foundations EngineerLocation: AberdeenThe Senior Foundations Engineer will play a key role in defining the optimal solution for the WTG and OSS foundations associated with our clients Offshore Wind projects.Role Manage the review process of the foundation design documents, in alignment with the project review process. Ensure that other internal stakeholders/reviewers have been involved and collate and consolidate the various comments. Support the WTG Foundations, OSS Package Managers and Interface Manager in ensuring that interfaces with other packages, contractors and stakeholders are identified and appropriately managed. Coordinate integration of other input into optimizing WTG and OSS Foundations solutions, such as that obtained from EPCI contractors, consultants and the wider industry. Review in detail the WTG and OSS Foundations design studies such as conceptual, FEED and detailed designs performed by external parties. Ability to check the designer’s design reports and calculations is necessary, the Foundation Engineer shall be able to perform independent calculations, covering both structural and geotechnical designs. Review and comment on design standards adopted by the project contractors. Review and comment on design procedures proposed by the project contractors. Review and comment on compliance with the relevant specification. Manage the integrated Load Iteration (ILA) process between the WTG foundation designer and the WTG designer, including the involvement from the design certifier for independent review/calculations. Liaising with the Certification Manager to ensure that the certification process is run efficiently. Creation of a strong and cooperative relationship between the designers, OWPL and the certifier is of paramount importance. Promote good HSSE practices and ensure HSE / CDM requirements are fully implemented. Ensure the foundation design is compliant with the relevant HSE legislation, recommendation and industry practice Ensure ‘Safe by design’ is fully implemented and risks reduced to ALARP Make sure that temporary phases are well integrated into the design, including requirements from other stakeholders such as manufacturers, T&I contractors, Cable contractors, WTG contractors, OSP contractors, etc. Organise, lead and minute key technical meetings in relation to the above activities. Preparation of technical documents/ papers for internal review Prepare internal reporting as required. Preparation of employer’s requirements and technical specifications Lead technical evaluation of proposals and evaluation of suppliers as part of tender processes in coordination with the WTG Foundations and OSS Package Managers, and the commercial team. Review the foundation suppliers manufacturing methods, quality plans etc such that the design requirements are fulfilled. Contribute to the identification and management of technical risks, issues and impacts to the project associated with the WTG and OSS foundations scope. Liaise with experts within the JV shareholders to ensure the use of best practices and apply lessons learnt from previous projects.Required Be degree educated in engineering or a related field with considerable experience in the field of offshore structures design/assessment and preferably in offshore wind Experience and knowledge of offshore wind WTG and OSS foundations is essential, in particular within foundations design. Proven technical know-how in the field of offshore wind foundations and technical project management skills, specifically: Familiarity with codes and standards such as DNV-ST-0126, DNV-ST-145, DNV-ST-0437, ISO 19900, 19901, 19902, Eurocodes Experience of offshore structural analysis using software such as SESAM, SACS etc Understanding of the CDM 2015 regulations in relation to the design, procurement and installation of offshore wind assets Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage own workload, meet timescales and coordinate external and internal stakeholders. Good communication skills to enable effective discussions and transfer of information amongst contractors, team members and other stakeholders. Highly motivated, forward-thinking and ready to implement innovative solutions. Ability to work as a member of a large and multidisciplinary team. Excellent knowledge of English, written and spoken.

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