time left to apply End Date: February 1, 2025 (8 days left to apply)
job requisition id R-13832
Salary from £58,000 with up to 15% Annual Bonus and Single Healthcare
Permanent
Flexible/Hybrid Working Arrangements
Purpose
The Senior O&M Engineer – Cost Modelling is a relevant role within the Offshore Renewables Business, focussing on assisting New Projects teams in the management and development of current and future windfarms. This role will include working closely with Contracts, Site, Control, Insurance and Procurement. Belonging to the Growth and Partnerships team, reporting to the Competitiveness and Cost Modelling Manager, you will develop OPEX and WTG availability values for projects under different phases of development working closely with the Growth, Bids and New Countries team and O&M Package Managers, building and analysing OPEX models in preparation for auctions, bids and readiness for FID. This role will be supporting the identification, assessment and creation of procedures to support cost modelling and continuous improvement. In addition, you will be the back office support to the business for optimising budget for future projects. You will be working as part of a global business with activities in many countries across the world (US, EU, UK, APAC). This position may require frequent travel to various locations and you should be capable of managing teams working at different project locations. Responsibilities
Collaborating in the strategy and development of OPEX for projects under development working closely the O&M Package Leads, you will hold accountability in the strategy and development of WTG availability values. Within this key role of the team delivering OPEX and availability models, supporting all new projects and opportunities brought to the offshore business, you will evaluate financial impacts of strategic choices and suggest alternatives for O&M within different projects, providing proactive recommendations and advice on OPEX management. Supporting the review of Budget, Forecast and Variance Analysis, you will ensure the teams procurement processes apply ScottishPower Renewables best practices and procedures. Producing cost-benefit analysis, providing optimal logistic strategies solutions, you will evaluate industry benchmarks and coordinate external projects whilst providing expert specialist technical advice on appropriate bid levels / programme strategies / specialist technical strategies / risk levels and commercial agreements relative to a multi-million pound, multi-disciplinary, multi-contract work package, ensuring that cost effective specialist technical solutions are identified, fully evaluated and the risk profile is fully understood by the project. Ensuring all specialist technical assessment, advice and recommendations are fully documented in accordance with all internal procedures, industry best practice and that sufficient technical and commercial due diligence (whether internal or external) exists to support those business decisions, you will also consider and adhere to design of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements which comply with legislation and industry best practice. Maintaining full awareness of the latest specialist technical developments, you will identify and assess suitable new technologies (including software and analytical techniques) that has potential to reduce cost, risk or improve safety. What you’ll bring
To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate as minimum: Your degree qualification with significant experience negotiating high value contracts. Significant Postgraduate experience in industry with significant experience in Offshore Wind. Strong financial acumen and an understanding of cost and income drivers within an asset management business, you will hold highly developed influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to obtain buy in from all levels of the organisation and external providers to deliver effective operational processes. Strong ability to manage own performance with a significant focus on delivery and an ability to balance a varied and challenging workload, whilst producing high quality results in demanding timeframes. IT literacy with the ability to operate MS Office systems and other IT based project management software. Comprehensive knowledge of offshore procedures, standards and guidance. Ability to influence and lead a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and suppliers focused on differing interests which requires a high level of business knowledge, influencing and negotiating experience, you will have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Whats in it for you
As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that -so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include: 36 days annual leave Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme Payroll giving and charity matched funding Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments Life Assurance (4x salary) Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more Why ScottishPower
ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over £6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation. Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in. ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com. Mobility
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements. IMPORTANT Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before
Job Posting End Date
below February-1-2025
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The Senior O&M Engineer – Cost Modelling is a relevant role within the Offshore Renewables Business, focussing on assisting New Projects teams in the management and development of current and future windfarms. This role will include working closely with Contracts, Site, Control, Insurance and Procurement. Belonging to the Growth and Partnerships team, reporting to the Competitiveness and Cost Modelling Manager, you will develop OPEX and WTG availability values for projects under different phases of development working closely with the Growth, Bids and New Countries team and O&M Package Managers, building and analysing OPEX models in preparation for auctions, bids and readiness for FID. This role will be supporting the identification, assessment and creation of procedures to support cost modelling and continuous improvement. In addition, you will be the back office support to the business for optimising budget for future projects. You will be working as part of a global business with activities in many countries across the world (US, EU, UK, APAC). This position may require frequent travel to various locations and you should be capable of managing teams working at different project locations. Responsibilities
Collaborating in the strategy and development of OPEX for projects under development working closely the O&M Package Leads, you will hold accountability in the strategy and development of WTG availability values. Within this key role of the team delivering OPEX and availability models, supporting all new projects and opportunities brought to the offshore business, you will evaluate financial impacts of strategic choices and suggest alternatives for O&M within different projects, providing proactive recommendations and advice on OPEX management. Supporting the review of Budget, Forecast and Variance Analysis, you will ensure the teams procurement processes apply ScottishPower Renewables best practices and procedures. Producing cost-benefit analysis, providing optimal logistic strategies solutions, you will evaluate industry benchmarks and coordinate external projects whilst providing expert specialist technical advice on appropriate bid levels / programme strategies / specialist technical strategies / risk levels and commercial agreements relative to a multi-million pound, multi-disciplinary, multi-contract work package, ensuring that cost effective specialist technical solutions are identified, fully evaluated and the risk profile is fully understood by the project. Ensuring all specialist technical assessment, advice and recommendations are fully documented in accordance with all internal procedures, industry best practice and that sufficient technical and commercial due diligence (whether internal or external) exists to support those business decisions, you will also consider and adhere to design of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements which comply with legislation and industry best practice. Maintaining full awareness of the latest specialist technical developments, you will identify and assess suitable new technologies (including software and analytical techniques) that has potential to reduce cost, risk or improve safety. What you’ll bring
To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate as minimum: Your degree qualification with significant experience negotiating high value contracts. Significant Postgraduate experience in industry with significant experience in Offshore Wind. Strong financial acumen and an understanding of cost and income drivers within an asset management business, you will hold highly developed influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to obtain buy in from all levels of the organisation and external providers to deliver effective operational processes. Strong ability to manage own performance with a significant focus on delivery and an ability to balance a varied and challenging workload, whilst producing high quality results in demanding timeframes. IT literacy with the ability to operate MS Office systems and other IT based project management software. Comprehensive knowledge of offshore procedures, standards and guidance. Ability to influence and lead a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and suppliers focused on differing interests which requires a high level of business knowledge, influencing and negotiating experience, you will have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Whats in it for you
As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that -so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include: 36 days annual leave Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme Payroll giving and charity matched funding Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments Life Assurance (4x salary) Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more Why ScottishPower
ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over £6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation. Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in. ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com. Mobility
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements. IMPORTANT Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before
Job Posting End Date
below February-1-2025
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