Will Coates

Will Coates

Associate Consultant - Onshore Renewables - Engineering

Will joined LSP Renewables in July 2025, following several months of travelling across Southeast Asia and Australia. Refreshed, motivated, and ready to begin his career, Will is excited to step into his first full-time role within the renewable energy sector.

With a positive mindset and a keen interest in the transition to clean energy, Will brings energy, adaptability, and a fresh perspective to the team. He will be supporting n both permanent and contract recruitment across a wide range of roles within the renewable energy industry.

Will is eager to grow alongside a team that shares his passion for driving the global shift toward a more sustainable future.

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Energy Storage

Project Development Engineer

London - United Kingdom

Project / Development Engineer – EMEA Role Overview LSP's client in the energy infrastructure sector is seeking a Project / Development Engineer to support the technical development, design, and construction of a growing portfolio of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across EMEA. The role will work closely with internal technical specialists, development teams, commercial functions, and external stakeholders to progress projects from early‑stage development through to construction and operational handover. This position requires a hands‑on engineer with strong project management capability, an ability to manage multi‑disciplinary interfaces, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving in a fast‑moving environment. The role reports to the EMEA Technical Lead and sits within a collaborative, delivery‑focused team. Key Responsibilities Development & Design Support the creation and consistent application of project engineering standards, designs, and equipment specifications that align with technical, commercial, and operational objectives. Manage technical interfaces with statutory consultees, regulatory bodies, local authorities, grid operators, and relevant agencies during the development stage. Participate in site feasibility assessments, including desktop reviews and on‑site evaluations for new BESS opportunities. Prepare and optimise project designs—covering layouts, system sizing, technology selection, and equipment configuration—working both directly and with external engineering consultants. Lead design reviews, quality checks, and technical acceptance activities. Draft technical scopes of work for construction and development‑related services, including site surveys and geotechnical investigations. Review and manage grid connection requirements, submissions, and technical deliverables. Maintain and update technical risk registers, contributing to programme development and risk mitigation strategies. Construction & Delivery Support execution planning alongside the Technical Lead and Delivery team, ensuring successful transition from development into construction and onward to operations. Provide engineering support to procurement activities, including technical documentation, contract schedules, and negotiation of performance guarantees. Assist with construction management tasks, monitoring progress and ensuring compliance with HSE, quality, budget, and programme expectations. Identify and manage technical, commercial, and programme‑related risks across the portfolio. Support handover processes between development, construction, and operational teams. Project Financing Contribute to internal investment evaluations by analysing technical performance, project risks, and engineering costs. Review financial and revenue models to verify accuracy of technical inputs and assumptions. Engage with lenders’ technical advisers, legal teams, and external consultants to support project due‑diligence and financial close activities. Teamwide Contribution Share lessons learned and adopt best practices across global project teams. Champion high safety standards both in office and on‑site environments and ensure contractors uphold the same. Candidate Requirements Degree in Engineering (Electrical or Civil preferred). Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in the energy sector, ideally in project development, engineering, or construction. Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and analytical problem‑solving skills. Demonstrated ability to adapt in a fast‑paced and evolving environment. Knowledge of BESS design principles, control systems, and performance requirements. Understanding of power generation infrastructure, including substations, transformers, inverters, SCADA, and fire systems. Proactive, self‑motivated, and solutions‑focused attitude. Effective communication skills, with the ability to engage consultants, suppliers, partners, and contractors. Proficiency with relevant software tools (Excel, project management systems, CAD applications). Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards. Core Competencies Organisational: Entrepreneurial mindset, problem‑solving ability, innovation, proactive attitude.Social: Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative, client‑oriented, committed to knowledge sharing.Delivery: Self‑managing, results‑oriented, quality‑focused, committed to WHS&E.Culture: Builds trust, promotes accountability, fosters respect, and contributes to a supportive team environment.

Onshore Wind

Solar

Construction Project Manager

Romania - Romania

Job Title: Construction Project Manager Location: Romania The Role Our client is searching for a Construction Project Manager to lead and support a 300mw + PV project in Brasov, managing all aspects throughout it’s life cycle ensuring timely completion within budget, while minimizing risks and maximizing margins. Responsibilities • Manage the development of the PV plant from site establishment through to Final Completion • Coordinate and manage the project engineering revisions • Budget and cash flow management • Direct interaction with the DNO/TSO to ensure the network connection of PV generation facilities • Verify the compliance of the Quality implementation of the construction activities • Supervise the compliance of the construction with the approved design • Ensure quality and timing in the construction, development, and closure of projects during implementation • Management of all local stakeholders • Check and manage the project timeline • Implement a risk management strategy to all the assigned projects • Identify the sources of likely problems and proactively take preventive measures to avoid any potential project risks, and determine response actions to mitigate any negative impact Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, Project Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred) • Minimum 2 years of experience managing utility-scale solar projects • Demonstrated experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and multiple stakeholders • Fluent in Romanian & English

Energy Storage

Solar

Senior Solar / BESS Project Manager

Germany - Germany

Job Title: Senior Solar / BESS Project Manager Location: GermanyThe RoleOur client is searching for an experienced Solar / BESS Project Manager to lead and support PV and BESS projects in Germany. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the assigned projects throughout their life cycle and ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget, while minimizing risks and maximizing margins.Responsibilities Manage the construction process of the project from site establishment through to final completion. Facilitate the interface between the EPC contractor and the project sponsor. Coordinate and manage the project engineering revisions. Budget control of the works and cash flows management. Direct interaction with the utilities to ensure the network connection of the generation facilities, permitting, and other regulatory compliance issues. Verify the quality implementation of the subcontracted company. Supervise the compliance of the construction with the approved design. Ensure quality and timing in the construction, development, and closure of projects. Management of all local stakeholders. Logistic management of the material supplied. Identify the sources of potential problems and proactively take preventive measures to avoid any potential project risks and determine response actions to mitigate any negative impact. Issuing periodic reports to the Company boards. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or other related engineering fields. Proven history of 3+ years of project management experience in the renewable energy sector. Electrical licensing strongly preferred, related to the Solar / BESS field and HV substations. In-depth knowledge of National Electrical Code, permitting, and other PV/BESS system regulatory codes. Strong leadership and communication skills, self motivated with demonstrated problem-solving capability. Flexibility to travel throughout Germany for project site visits. Fluent in both German and English.

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