Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading cleantech integrator and renewable energy asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive portfolio includes energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions delivered to clients throughout North America and Europe. Our solutions range from upgrades to facility’s energy infrastructure to the development, construction and operation of renewable energy plants combined with tailored financial solutions. We foster an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture that thrives with innovation, diversity of thought, and inclusion. We are excited with all that the future holds for our industry, planet, and communities.
Role and Scope
Our projects divisions covers all aspects of delivery of energy projects for the public sector, industrial and commercial clients. The Solar Project Engineer will work within the team to formulate, evaluate and prepare technical analysis and specification of public sector, industrial and commercial schemes during feasibility studies, scheme design and project implementation.
The Solar Project Engineer will assist in the trial and development of new products and technology.
The Solar Project Engineer will have a good level of technical expertise, have a sound track record, and the role will involve complex technical duties and business support activities
The Solar Project Engineer will be required to work on a variety of projects at any one time depending on the size and scope of the work.
Typically, the Solar Project Engineer will:
Be responsible for the planning, development, procurement and implementation of a variety of projects.Need to ensure project scope, goals and deliverables are accurately specified, budgeted and planned to meet the objectives of the clients' "Project Brief".Assist in finalisation of project design, P & ID, equipment selection and layoutProvide technical support to the project implementation team throughout the implementation periodAttend HAZOP and technical review meetings as requiredAttend site to review commissioning and performance trialsDefine project tasks and resource requirementsDevelop full scale project plansAssemble and coordinate project resourcesManage the project budgetManage project resource allocationPlan and schedule project timelinesTrack project deliverables using appropriate toolsCompliance with Health and Safety RegulationsQuality assuranceConstantly monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholdersPresent reports defining project progress, problems and solutionsImplement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputsProject evaluations and assessment of resultsContinually review new and existing technical developments to ensure sustainability for client's developments.Manage Contractor's activities in line project requirements and company procedures.Coach and support the operational side of engineering prior, during and after project implementation.Ensure projects meet the requirements not only of the Client but also any relevant regulative bodies.People are important to our business and therefore the ability to interface with other disciplines within the engineering design office and project delivery teams is a vital skill that we look for in all members of our team.
Public Sector Project Development
From time to time the Solar Project Engineer will be required to work with the Sales Development team and assist in the end-to-end completion of high quality proposals, quotations, bids and tender responses, which are both technically and commercially compliant with the client’s specifications.
Timely preparation of detailed engineering proposalsAccurately interpret client’s technical specification and assist in the production of a compliant technical proposal; offering more suitable alternatives where appropriate.Accurately interpret client’s commercial requirements and ensure any commercial or contractual risks to the company are identified and mitigated.Ensure proposals pricing and estimating is in line with company’s agreed strategies on sales and marketing, charge out rates and availability of engineering resource.Take part in ‘bid review’, ‘bid clarification’ and ‘sales handover’ meetings.Write high quality technical and commercial documents and reports and present them to both internal and external audiences.Liaise with internal stakeholders to assist in collating accurate data for the preparation of proposals.Maintain a sales and marketing focus in all proposals related activity and in contacts withstakeholders.On a needs basis, provide resilience support to other departments within the company.The Ideal Candidate Will Possess
Strong Project Engineering experience, gained from within a design or engineering projects environment.Relevant engineering qualifications and/or degree in relevant field, or currently studying for relevant qualification.Experience gained from public sector, pharmaceutical, health or chemical based sectors or projects.Detailed understanding of engineering issues and processes.Proven experience of working in CDM type projectsProven experience in strategic planningProven experience in risk managementProven experience in change managementThe ability to think analytically, with the ability to critically assess requirements and select "best fit" approach to meeting company and client objectives.Ability to influence and collaborate at all levels in order to achieve engineering targets and represent the company in a professional and highly competent manner.IT literate with demonstrable Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel/spreadsheets, Power point, Outlook, Auto CAD and MS Projects.Full UK driving licence.Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, confident and have a flexible approach to work. They should be able to demonstrate good organisational skills including the ability to multi-task, prioritise work under pressure and complete within deadlines. They should be able to communicate effectively with non-finance people in a friendly and courteous manner, establishing and maintaining good working relationships with Clients and colleagues at all levels. The job requires the ability to work well as part of a team but also independently using their own initiative where appropriate.
An award-winning industry leader, AMERESCO challenges the brightest, most talented and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that embraces initiative, diversity, and achievement along with comprehensive rewards, including company pension and incentive plans.