Climate Change Jobs

The Daylight Design Consultant will operate in different areas of responsibility:

• The understanding and interpreting of architectural drawings
• Communication with clients and architects, instilling confidence and professionalism
• Strategic assessment and methodology ; drawing from scientific knowledge on daylight and sunlight in order to manipulate, enhance or control use and appearance in the built environment
• Involvement in research and development to ensure the team’s expertise is at the cutting edge of daylight and sunlight advancement

The successful candidate will be an individual with a high level of skills in daylight design and relevant scientific knowledge about daylight and sunlight, who can assess solar matters and become increasingly involved in thermal modelling.

Basic knowledge requirements include understanding daylight and sunlight metrics (radiance, luminance, VSC and ADF), and ideally will have experience or appreciation of guidance and regulatory frameworks within the UK (BRE, BS and CIBSE standards).

Ideal technical skills:

• AUTOCAD
• 3-D Studio Max
• ECotect
• IES
• Rhino

My client values team play, trust and support, encouraging personal development and knowledge sharing across the departments.

For more information and to discuss this opportunity further contact Acre on 0845 257 8030 or apply here.

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With expertise across the sustainability space and by employing a partnership approach, Sustain are able to offer their clients an integrated solution to carbon management.

As an Account Manager you will be a key link between Sustain and our customers. Your principal responsibility will be the development of long lasting and successful client relationships. In addition you will be expected to:

• Understanding customer needs, identifying opportunities and translating them into solutions
• Business development and understanding the need to retain the existing customer base whilst winning new business
• Playing a key part in the design and implementation of service level agreements, aligning customer needs to the service offering
• Monitoring the performance of key accounts and tracking revenue and profit margins against targets
• Coordinating in-house technical experts and ensure they are delivering client requirements

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivery in an account/project management position in an energy or low carbon related environment. Further skills and experience required:

• Demonstrable knowledge of the carbon and sustainable energy sectors and awareness of key industry players
• Experience balancing conflicting priorities and delivering projects to customers on time and within budget
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Relevant degree (or equivalent) in the environmental sector is highly desirable
• Evidence of a strong commitment to environmental and social causes of concern

If you have a background in Account Management and are as passionate about the environment as we are, have energy to succeed and a real 'can do' attitude then please click to apply here, or contact James Hobbs on +44(0) 203 008 4699 for further information.

Sustain have engaged Acre, their preferred recruitment partner, to manage the recruitment of their Account Managers.

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With expertise across the sustainability space and by employing a partnership approach, Sustain are able to offer their clients an integrated solution to carbon management.

As a Service Area Leader you will manage Sustain’s existing and well recognised capabilities in the Environmental Accounting field. You will be responsible for coordinating the development of the Environmental Accounting team and enhancing the service offering in this area.

Additional key responsibilities will include:

• Providing consultancy services to clients in both the private and public sectors
• Managing projects relating to carbon footprinting, environmental auditing and life cycle assessments
• Communicating closely with the Senior Management team, informing them of current project progress and supporting the wider growth of the organisation
• Managing and providing support to members of the Environmental Accounting Team, maximising the contribution of individual team members
• Working effectively with Account Managers to ensure the successful completion of projects, assisting in the understanding of clients needs and implementing effective solutions
• Assisting in the development of innovative services and projects to generate new revenue streams

The successful candidate will have an in-depth understanding of the various environmental accounting and measurement techniques, including a strong awareness of sustainability issues facing supply chains.

Further skills and experience required:

• Relevant degree (or equivalent) in engineering or the environmental sectors
• Knowledge and understanding of carbon footprinting, life cycle assessment and other environmental auditing tools
• Understanding of organisation wide environmental performance and engagement with this space
• Team management experience, setting achievable targets and motivating team members to deliver strong performance
• Evidence of a strong commitment to environmental and social causes of concern

If you have a background in environmental accounting, and are as passionate about the environment as we are, have energy to succeed and a real 'can do' attitude then please click to apply here, or contact James Hobbs on +44(0) 203 008 4699 for further information.

Sustain have engaged Acre, their preferred recruitment partner, to manage the recruitment of a Service Area Leader – Environmental Accounting.

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With expertise across the sustainability space and by employing a partnership approach, Sustain are able to offer their clients an integrated solution to carbon management.

As a Service Area Leader – Building Services Design you will lead and manage a team responsible for the provision of large scale renewable energy options appraisals and sustainable design projects within the built environment. The successful candidate will be expected to support the development of the building service design team and enhance the service offering in this area.

Additional key responsibilities will include:

• Providing consultancy services to clients in both the private and public sectors
• Undertaking appraisals and feasibility studies for low carbon energy systems, including design and specification work
• Communicating closely with the Senior Management team, informing them of current project progress and supporting the wider growth of the organisation
• Managing and providing support to members of the Building Service Team, maximising the contribution of individual team members
• Work effectively with Account Managers to ensure the successful completion of projects, assisting in the understanding of clients needs and implementing effective solutions
• Assist in the development of innovative services and projects to generate new revenue streams

The successful candidate will have an in-depth understanding of sustainability and design in the built environment. Further skills and experience required:

• Relevant degree (or equivalent) in engineering or the environmental sectors
• Knowledge and understanding of building design and construction process
• Posses an excellent understanding of renewable and sustainable energy technologies
• Team management experience, setting achievable targets and motivating team members to deliver strong performance
• Evidence of a strong commitment to environmental and social causes of concern

If you have a background in Building Service Design, and are as passionate about the environment as we are, have energy to succeed and a real 'can do' attitude then please click to apply here, or contact James Hobbs on +44(0) 203 008 4699 for further information.

Sustain have engaged Acre, their preferred recruitment partner, to manage the recruitment of a Service Area Leader – Building Services Design.

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As a key member of the Corporate Responsibility team, you will work with both internal and external stakeholders, championing the environmental business. As the Company’s expert in sustainability, and environment & climate change policy, governance and public affairs, it will be your responsibility to appreciate how changes will affect the company. Where necessary it will be your responsibility to develop strategy and communicate within the business.

This is a broad, senior level position offering responsibility and direction. You wil represent the company at professional forums and be a spokesperson when required.

My client is looking for individuals who are a team players, bringing energy, innovation and gravitas to this vital role.

For more information and to discuss this opportunity further contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036 or apply here.

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Joining this team you will work on immediate client needs. Working both nationally and internationally, you will be responsible for all aspects of wind projects; areas of focus will include:

• Utilisation of wind analysis software packages
• Recommendation of WTG selection for wind farm site
• Wind farm layout and optimisation
• Preparation of and review of energy yield reports
• Collating validation and analysis of wind resource and meteorically data
• Modelling
• Auditing

The successful candidate will have a high level of skill in wind analysis and energy yield prediction. An ability to balance attention to detail with engineering judgement, you will be educated in engineering / physics / science to degree (or equivalent) level and you will have excellent analytical and IT skills. This wind analyst position will require you to not only be able to communicate clearly with to other specialists and clients, but also work as part of a team to develop core knowledge.

This dynamic company will offer you the opportunity to grow your career.

For more information and to discuss this opportunity further contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036 or apply here.

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The Sustainability Coordinator will be working closely with the internal sustainability management team of a key client, ensuring the successful development and implementation of projects throughout the organisation

As Sustainability Coordinator your responsibilities will include:

• Advising upon and implementing best practice solutions across the full range of energy use activities; including recycling initiatives and sustainable travel schemes
• Developing and delivering staff training and awareness programmes
• Examining procurement and monitoring through sustainable audit trails
• Ensuring information is available for external audit purposes

Essential skills required:

• Degree (or equivalent) in an environmental field
• Up to date knowledge of sustainable development, policy and legislation
• Previous experience of a working Environmental Management System (EMS) and auditing

This role will require the effective communication and implementation of sustainability initiatives throughout the organisation.

For more information contact James Irwin on +44 (0) 203 0084 695 or james.irwin@acre-resources.co.uk

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Producing a unique technology that actively reduces energy consumption and costs, my client is actively improving the energy efficiency of some of the UK’s largest companies. As an Analyst you will undertake extensive energy data analysis, including the identification and evaluation of carbon savings.

Candidates should posses:

• A degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, with a thorough working knowledge of transformers and other electrical machines
• An understanding of the electricity distribution system in the UK is highly desirable
• Excellent numerical and statistical skills are essential, as is competence in statistical software (e.g. Matlab)
• Candidates are expected to demonstrate a keen interest in environmental and energy related issues, particularly climate change

This is a diverse role that provides a highly motivated individual the opportunity to develop their career in one of the fastest growing companies in the climate change sector.

For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move further, contact James Hobbs on +44(0) 203 008 4699 or click apply here.

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With strong business development skills you will be able to identify and secure new revenue streams ensuring that the organisation meets the growth targets.

The primary responsibilities for this position will be:

• To develop the market and deliver growth across the UK
• To take responsibility for ensuring the quality of the technical services
• To be responsible for the recruitment and retention of staff
• To work in collaboration with the HSE Director to develop their environmental product

We are looking for a strong manager of people who has superb technical skills as well as a fully up to date knowledge of climate and environmental legislation. This should be denoted by full membership to IEMA.

This is a highly visible position within the organisation enabling the successful candidate to engage with a diverse range of “blue chip” companies. The package on offer reflects the importance of this position to the organisation.

For more information or to apply please click the button below.

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The company provides a range of news, data and research services covering renewable energy, biofuels, CCS and the carbon markets to the world’s leading investment houses, law firms, governments, NGOs, oil companies and major corporations, navigating their transition to a low-carbon economy.

Focusing on subscription sales of clean energy and carbon market news, data and research products to the financial, business and government marketplaces, the core responsibilities of the successful Sales Associate will be to:

• Demonstrate and articulate the full range of services to new clients to result in new business
• Negotiate renewal subscriptions with existing clients
• Assist in broader business development and marketing activities
• Identify cross-selling opportunities between teams

As the individual develops industry expertise and commercial sales success, it is expected that the position and responsibilities will become more complex and expansive. My client enjoys continuous personal and professional development.

This position requires a motivated and productive individual, with a high work rate and the ability to multi-task. We are looking for demonstrable evidence of:

• A proven track record of selling at least $1 to $2m pa of research and consulting services
• Experience of selling financial information or analytical services to North American organisations
• Strong working knowledge of finance, including public markets, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital and project finance
• Strong quantitative skills, comfort with financial databases, corporate and market statistics and other elements of financial analysis and consulting
• Knowledge and/or interest in the renewable energy and low-carbon technology sectors and markets

This position presents a challenging and very real opportunity for an ambitious and driven professional to join a thriving and expanding business in the ever evolving clean energy sector. Based in New York City, the successful candidate will be willing to travel and operate in multiple countries; other European languages (aside from English) will be a distinct advantage.

For more information and to discuss this opportunity further apply here or contact Martin Killeen on +1 773.327.0963

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Due to major expansion within the organisation and the sector, my client requires a Sales Director to strategically develop the sales and maximise potential opportunities.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Developing a complete sales strategy, plan, and map of the market
• Making initial contact with leads, developing the relationship to meeting stage and integrating the technical team
• Developing networks and representing the company at conferences and industry meetings

Essential requirements:

• A background in software and consultancy sales, within the low carbon sector
• Proven sales track record with both incoming leads and new business development
• A large network in the low carbon sector including public and private sector clients

This role will involve communicating complex ideas to non technical people, strong communication skills are essential. There will be an element of incoming leads, however you will be expected to generate your own new business. You will work independently as part of a wider team. This role will suit a very motivated self starter.

An ability to speak a Scandinavian language to business level is an advantage. This role will involve travel throughout the UK and Western Europe.

For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact James Irwin james.irwin@acre-resources.co.uk on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.

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One of the UK’s most innovative companies, who have created unique dynamic demand technology, is seeking a Market Analyst. Using their patented tool to balance energy demand, the company is working at the cutting edge of technology and works on the interface between appliance manufacturers, industrial consumers, national grid operators and governments.

The Market Analyst will work closely with the commercial manager to identify the potential clients and the fastest route to market.

Core functions:

• Research, analyse and evaluate electricity grid balancing, appliance manufacturer and other relevant markets, to identify and quantify commercial opportunities
• Maintain, develop and manipulate quantitative economic and financial models with clear external and simple external interfaces
• Understand key drivers of a prospect to determining fastest route to market
• Specify requirements for and/or implement IT database systems
• Prepare territory P&L and monitor sales and costs, developing models where necessary
• Assist in management and implementation of PR campaigns and lobbying activities

The successful candidate will have:

• Strong commercial and interpersonal communication with different stakeholders
• Experience in commercial analysis in the energy industry or similar
• Advanced level of numeracy, commercial judgement and analytical skills
• Strong Excel skills essential (Pivot tables; formulae; large datasets)
• A degree level (or equivalent) or above in a related subject
• Experience in programming, database design and specifying IT systems (optional)

You will be expected to work under tight time pressures with high numerical accuracy.

For more information or to discuss your next career step please contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.

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Thriving in North America, my Client is expanding their portfolio in Europe providing the opportunity for a successful and hungry Business Development Manager to spearhead the sales operations.

Your business development responsibilities will include:

• Identifying potential clients for renewable energy forecasting and assessment products throughout Europe
• Establishing contact and building credibility and successful relationships
• Developing, implementing and following through with sales strategies
• Working with partners to gather market intelligence to expand product sales
• Closing the sale

You will have gained skills and experience in the following:

• Proven pan European sales expertise
• Sales and business development experience in renewable energies
• Ability to comprehend and communicate complex science and engineering concepts
• Outstanding communication skills
• Passion and conviction in renewable energies and the ability to convey this to others
• A degree (or equivalent) in marketing, sales, or a physical science

This opportunity is an incredibly exciting development in the renewable clean energy sphere and requires an individual with the motivation and drive to deliver. Extensive travel throughout Europe will be necessary, with the expectation that the first training stages of the position will take place in North America. You will be supported at the highest level and will benefit from close learning provided by the scientific department to ensure your understanding and confidence in the product.

For more information about this opportunity contact Beth Mitchell on +44 (0) 203 170 8034 or click here to apply.

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Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Creating and administrating the marketing plan and budget
• Managing and developing continuous improvements on the company’s website
• Managing all elements of external communications including customer presentation materials and marketing brochures
• Managing press and public relations, including press releases
• Arranging, coordinating and delivering conferences, exhibitions and other external events

Essential skills required:

• Experience within the marketing industry in a similar role
• A marketing degree (or equivalent)
• A background or interest in the sustainability and clean tech sector

CIM membership would be an advantage

This position will provide a critical function within a close knit organization, you will be proactive and confident in your ability to create and implement the marketing plan. This role requires a self starter with a can do, proactive attitude.

For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.

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To be based within the Biofuels business, the goal is to introduce a new feedstock platform in order to develop a compelling business model for farmers and landowners.

A key challenge to creating this model is establishing the feedstock performance data and production practice; this will require credible experts to lead engagements with agricultural partners.

We’re looking for specialists who can overcome challenges; the objectives will be to:

• Design and interpret crop performance, agronomic practice, harvest and storage trials to support feedstock strategy
• Identify and promote agricultural and technical opportunities to reduce cost of feedstock production
• Become an expert on energy grass production
• Support the negotiation of land options to create a pool of investment / partnership options

A strong knowledge of the US agricultural business and an agricultural / technology degree is essential in addition to practical experience of agricultural trials in a commercial context.

This will be an incredibly exciting opportunity and demands an individual with belief and the drive to deliver. Developing others and getting the very best out of people in a fast paced and dynamic environment is central to our Client’s business and culture.

Please contact Martin Killeen on +1 773.327.0963 for further information.

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The company provides a range of news, data and research services covering renewable energy, biofuels, CCS and the carbon markets to the world’s leading investment houses, law firms, governments, NGOs, oil companies and major corporations, navigating their transition to a low-carbon economy.

Focusing on subscription sales of clean energy and carbon market news, data and research products to the financial, business and government marketplaces, the core responsibilities of the successful Sales Associate will be to:

• Demonstrate and articulate the full range of services to new clients to result in new business
• Negotiate renewal subscriptions with existing clients
• Assist in broader business development and marketing activities
• Identify cross-selling opportunities between teams

As the individual develops industry expertise and commercial sales success, it is expected that the position and responsibilities will become more complex and expansive. My client enjoys continuous personal and professional development.

This position requires a motivated and productive individual, with a high work rate and the ability to multi-task. We are looking for demonstrable evidence of:

• A proven track record of selling at least $1 to $2m pa of research and consulting services
• Experience of selling financial information or analytical services to European organisations
• Strong working knowledge of finance, including public markets, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital and project finance
• Strong quantitative skills, comfort with financial databases, corporate and market statistics and other elements of financial analysis and consulting
• Knowledge and/or interest in the renewable energy and low-carbon technology sectors and markets

This position presents a challenging and very real opportunity for an ambitious and driven professional to join a thriving and expanding business in the ever evolving clean energy sector. Based in London, the successful candidate will be willing to travel and operate in multiple countries; other European languages (aside from English) will be a distinct advantage.

For more information and to discuss this opportunity further apply here or contact Beth Mitchell on +44(0) 203 170 8034

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As a vital part of the Carbon Solutions Management Team, you will be responsible for technically evaluating projects from both CDM and JI perspective and developing business opportunities in target markets. Leading the technical processes you will ensure the feasibility of carbon investment projects.

You responsibilities will include:

• Managing technical evaluations and implementation processes to secure UNFCCC approval
• Evaluating carbon credit generation CDM/JI projects in developing markets
• Assessing the total business case including regulatory and environmental issues
• Completing carbon process due diligence assessment on target projects and acquisitions
• Planning and managing Carbon projects through the UNFCCC process
• Managing ongoing relationships with the relevant regulatory authorities and ensuring system and process compliance

Working with a team of engineers and carbon specialists, you will have extensive knowledge of the carbon market and the carbon origination process.

Key capabilities:

• An appropriate third level qualification (or equivalent) in Business or Engineering or Documentation
• Solid experience of the carbon industry ideally in the developing markets
• Demonstrable ability to work effectively as part of a team and develop good interpersonal relationships
• An efficient communicator with developed leadership skills

This is an exceptional opportunity to join an established and dynamic carbon team. If you are a results driven and target focussed individual, keen to apply and develop your skills, then please contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036 to learn more.

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This well established company provides a comprehensive range of analytical advisory and design services to a range of clients. A growth area of their business is their buildings sustainability services, working with both public and private sector clients.

Applying broad environmental sustainability knowledge, the successful candidate will lead the London office’s expanding sustainability team. Responsible for managing the technical inputs within the London office, the Senior Sustainability Consultant will also take charge of:

• Sustainability appraisals for planning / development / investment
• BREEAM and Code for Sustainable Homes assessments
• Property life cycle analysis
• Energy assessments
• Carbon assessments
• Growing and developing new business
• Client liaison

The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree (or equivalent) and have a proven track record in a sustainability role within a professional consultancy. Other key capabilities include:

• Ideally BREEAM Education
• Sound assessment skills
• An understanding and enthusiasm for energy and sustainability
• Commercial and practical understanding of building design, construction and energy projects would be an advantage

The company will offer you autonomy, the chance to develop a team and drive the business forward and build your experience.

For more information on this please contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036.

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As a recruitment consultant at Acre, you will help develop business within the green space, working with a variety of companies to search out the best people for their requirements.

Based in London, you will be working alongside a vibrant and talented team of professionals. You will be able to develop your knowledge of this exciting and globally important area within a commercial environment, and will be given full support to grow your career in recruitment.

A proven track record in recruitment and new business development is essential. Whilst this may be from a range of sectors, you will have a demonstrable passion for environmental issues and a desire to learn more.

If you would like to be considered for a position within the Acre team, please send your CV along with a cover letter to mail@acre-resources.co.uk quoting reference 2476.

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With a strong focus on the roll-out of their electrical strategy, the successful candidate will be asked to set and implement technical specifications and ensure that are not only fit for purpose but also legally compliant.

We are looking for an innovative designer who wants to make a positive change to a corporation’s actions. Commercially aware you will be asked not only to manage budgets, but also contractors and external consultants. With experience of Electrical systems (HV and LV) within either a retail or other commercial construction environment, we are ideally looking for an engineer who has built a strong reputation in the sector for delivering energy savings through their work.

This position will allow an exceptional engineer exposure to class leading strategies whilst continuing to develop their managerial career.

Unfortunately due to the nature of this position we are unable to consider candidates who are not Chartered and those who are not EU nationals.

For further information please click the button below or call 0203 170 8030.

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Joining an established and growing department, this is an exciting opportunity for a progressive engineer to increase their expertise in Grid Connection.

The key responsibilities will be to:

• Project manage wind farm development from construction to project handover
• Assist in wind farm design reviews and tendering contracts
• Provide company wide support on GB transmissions, distribution networks and high voltage (HV) distribution systems
• Regularly visit wind farm projects throughout the UK

The ideal applicant will have a degree in electrical engineering (or equivalent). Although industry experience in the renewable energy sector (particular wind farm development) would be desirable, it is not essential.

Specific skills and experience include:

• Experience working with HV distribution systems
• A solid understanding of regulatory and technical aspects of grid integration
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A full UK driving licence

With a global increase in renewable energy projects and the increased commitment by the government to the sector, this is an excellent time for an electrical engineer to transfer their skills and join a growing industry. Offering a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to work with a leading organisation this is an exciting career move. For further information please call Acre on 0203 170 8044 or send your CV to joseph@acre-resources.co.uk

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Your key responsibilities will be:

• Managing all HV operations and inspecting wind turbines on a regular basis
• Reviewing and maintaining all health and safety procedures, including regularly audits and checks for all contractors
• Liaising with colleagues ensuring site work is effectively planned
• Managing operational budgets and reports for the site owners

You will have a degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline and have a good understanding of the mechanical and electrical components within a wind farm.

Essential skills and qualification include:

• Previous experience working with HV systems
• A good understanding of and qualification in health and safety management
• Strong communication and administrative skills
• A full UK driving license

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to work for an international renewable energy organisation. Offering substantial training on all technical and health and safety issues, this company provides a competitive benefits package and is an ideal position for someone currently working within the space or looking to move into a new sector.

Please send your CV to joseph@acre-resources.co.uk or call me on 02031708044

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This is an challenging opportunity to work across diverse areas and contribute at senior level. Responsibilities will include:

• Delivering technical solutions to clients in a range of energy services and other business unit projects which require technical and project management
• Undertaking EPC assessments, energy efficiency assessments, building services performance assessments, technology asessments and carbon management
• Project delivery, presentation and reporting for a wide range of UK and International multi- sector clients
• Supporting clients with implementation of carbon strategy management initiatives including: CRC abatement, energy efficiency programme delivery, EUETS compliance, Kyoto JI and CDM mechanism implementation, CSR energy and process performance and IPPC energy programmes of work
• Providing technical support on a range of issues including mechanical and electrical energy performance and energy performance in buildings,

With a proven track record in a consultancy environment, a technical grounding and strong business development skills, you are now looking for a position that will enable you to make your mark as part of a growing practice within a prestigious global consultancy.

For more information contact Hannah Wylie on 0203 170 8038 or click apply below

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Working closely with our client’s engineering and energy teams the successful candidate will be responsible for devising and implementing mechanical engineering policy and strategy for the company’s extensive property portfolio.

We are looking for an exceptional engineer who preferably has previous experience of the retail sector and has a demonstrable track record of putting together class leading programmes. With a strong understanding of current and anticipated environmental legislation you will be expect to understand the commercial impacts of the move towards a low carbon economy.

With excellent opportunities for career progression we are looking for a person who has the drive to progress their career to the next level.

Unfortunately due to the nature of this position we are unable to consider candidates who are not Chartered and those who are not EU nationals.

Please click the apply button below to register your interest or contact Acre on 0845 257 8030.

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One of the UK’s most innovative companies, who have created unique dynamic demand technology, is seeking a Technical System Manager. Using their patented tool to balance energy demand, the company is working at the cutting edge of technology and works on the interface between appliance manufacturers, industrial consumers, national grid operators and governments.

The Technical Service Manager will ensure the smooth implementation of the product into a broad spectrum of end-use applications.

Responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with third party external development teams to ensure smooth technology transfer
• Writing specifications for hardware and software development for the implementation of the product
• Using practical electronics engineering skills during testing and verification of completed systems

The successful candidate will have:

• An Electrical Engineering or Physics degree (or equivalent)
• Extensive experience in the manufacturing sector
• Knowledge of product design, development and transfer to production engineering processes, including CE approval process for products
• Embedded 8 bit programming and system design experience (Including C assembly language)
• Awareness of product transfer issues

Knowledge of Freescale 6800 family or later generation and code warrior complier / development suite is an advantage.

This position will involve working closely with a cross section of internal and external teams; exceptional communication skills are essential. Working on cutting edge technology that has not been implemented previously will require a willingness to learn on the job and a dynamic approach to problem.

For more information or to discuss your next career step please contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.

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As a key part of a dynamic and fast paced team, you will be responsible for the day to day buying of electricity, gas and water from the wholesale market. In addition to tendering and contract negotiation for the energy and support service contracts, you will also agree power purchase agreements with third party generators.

Developing risk management models and tools you will manage our client’s suppliers closely and effectively to achieve an optimum result for the company. You will also diversify into sourcing bio-fuels for the company’s own generation portfolio.

Working within a fast paced and often unpredictable trading environment, you will thrive under pressure and deliver to the highest standard.

Key attributes required within this role include:

• Strength to influence at all levels
• Excellent numerical skills
• Outstanding analytical abilities
• Advanced Excel

As the successful candidate you will take on a high level of responsibility whilst being given a good deal of support from a highly motivated team. Your career development will be paramount and you will be given every chance to succeed in this incredibly successful, global business.

For further information please contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036 or apply here.

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In this exciting new position, you will be responsible for taking the lead on a project to develop an 'Alternative Energy Demonstration Green Zone'. You will be tasked to draft green programs and green initiatives for the city’s project.

The purpose of the Green Zone will be to provide electric power not only to the park facilities but to all other operations of the City, providing electric power from alternative and renewable sources.

The ideal candidate will have a background consisting of a number of the following:

• Strong project management skills
• Excellent technical knowledge in renewable energy and energy efficiency
• Sustainable development and planning
• Land and urban planning
• Environmental design and engineering,
• Architectural design
• Consultancy background

This will be a fixed-term contract initially.

Please contact martin@acre-resources.com for further information or apply here.

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With a commitment to the low carbon agenda and the associated cost savings provided by successful energy efficiency projects this is an exceptional position for a chartered engineer who wants to join one of the most respected brands in the UK.

In particular you will be tasked with:

• Optimising energy savings through the use of new technology or modifying existing electrical systems within the company’s real estate portfolio
• To support the conceptualization process as well as managing consultants and contractors to generate and deliver electrical energy savings initiatives
• Technical support to both the maintenance and roll out teams who will be delivering the projects.
• Demonstrate and champion potential projects to senior management
• To support the procurement teams to ensure best value is delivered through the drafting of electrical installation specifications

We are looking for a Chartered Electrical Engineer and will ideally be HV qualified. We are particularly interested to talk with individuals who have had experience of running and coordinating teams in a multi-site environment and have a working knowledge of electrical energy saving projects in a retail environment.

This is a rare opportunity to join a company which is a house hold name in the UK. Our client has extensive plans in relation to sustainability over the coming years and the successful applicant will have the opportunity to have a positive and large scale impact.

For more information please submit your CV to Acre resources or call on 0845 257 8030 Ref. 2427

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An award winning international law firm with over 290 partners and a total of 1000 lawyers world-wide, is currently seeking an Energy Lawyer to join their well established Projects and International Construction Group. Clients include the largest and most well known energy organisations in the world.

With a particular focus on electricity, this role will operate across the entire power sector from nuclear and renewables, to oil and gas. You will be working on a diverse range of commercial and regulatory projects including EPC contracts, dispute resolution, finance advice, and grid connection.

The successful candidate will have:

• Solid post qualification experience from a well respected legal practice or in-house at an energy organisation
• An in depth understanding of Energy in a commercial and regulatory context and experience of energy projects and regulation
• Experience in leading teams on complex projects

This position requires a strong team player, who is enthusiastic and possess strong organisational skills. The successful candidate will also be technically excellent, commercially aware, and have a client focussed approach.

The role can be based at any one of a number of locations throughout UK, however regular travel to London on a regular basis will be required. The role works on a national basis however will also involve working in conjunction with offices in Asia and the Middle East and will involve international travel.

For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact.

James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.

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• 4 to 5 years experience of strategic relationship generation, development and ongoing account management, at senior level, in the Biofuel and/or Alternative Energy sector
• Proven track record of closing sophisticated, high value technical sales deals in areas such as business services and consulting, software and patents rather than equipment
• An ability to discuss and summarise technical information in a way that is understood by non-technical people that provides a compelling case for action
• Must have strong relationships with senior level decision makers in business, government and sovereign wealth funds
• Experience of working across multiple technical disciplines will be ideal: Engineering / Water Remediation / Aquaculture / Environmental science. Also experience in the Food, Natural Resource or Agricultural (or related) sector would be beneficial
• Experience in biochemical or chemical process engineering, commercialisation and scale-up of large integrated systems
• Candidates ideally will be multilingual, and have a BS/MS or equivalent in Chemical Engineering

The successful Candidates will be enthusiastic, entrepreneurial and dynamic Business Development Consultants that have the gravitas, robust technical know-how and excellent communication and negotiating skills to close and deliver high value deals at a very high level.

To discuss this opportunity further contact Rufus Bullough on +44 (0) 203 170 5885 or apply below including your Covering Letter and CV. Ref. 2370

The role will involve providing the solutions for the clients LCA and sustainability bespoke requirements.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Acting on cold and warm leads to initiate contact
• Defining scope of project with clients, negotiating terms of business
• Providing initial technical advice on all services to clients
• On going customer interaction to ensure satisfaction and ongoing sales

Essential skills required:

• Strong business development and account management experience with major multi-national organizations
• An MSc (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related background
• Experienced with current LCA software tools including GaBi, SoFI or SimaPro
• Professional experience within the LCA and Carbon Foot printing sectors

The successful candidate will require a high degree of technical awareness to complete the role. The position will require the candidate to be up to date with all sustainability legislation and tailor dynamic solutions to suit the clients’ needs.

This role will involve travel throughout the UK and Western Europe.

For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.

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Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Performing technical LCAs and Carbon footprint assessments
• Carrying out GHG reduction projects
• Project management to ensure smooth delivery and client satisfaction of sustainability projects
• Development Eco-design Solutions
• Source and verify data in order to build models

Essential skills required:

• An PhD (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related background
• Extensive experienced with current LCA software tools including GaBi, SoFI or SimaPro
• Professional experience within the LCA and Carbon Foot printing sectors
• Previous account management or business development experience

The role will also involve software training and workshop facilitation, experience of this is preferred.

The successful candidate will be a senior member within the organization and will provide guidance to more junior team members.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small team within a multinational organization. This role will involve travel throughout the UK and Western Europe.

For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.

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The role will involve providing bespoke technical solutions for the clients’ Life Cycle Assessment and sustainability requirements.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Performing technical LCAs and Carbon footprint assessments
• Carrying out GHG reduction projects
• Coordination of projects to ensure smooth delivery
• Sourcing and verification of data in order to build models

Essential skills required:

• An MSc (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related background
• Experienced with current LCA software tools including GaBi, SoFI or SimaPro
• Professional experience within the LCA and Carbon Foot printing sectors
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience with managing client accounts is an advantage.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small team within a multinational organization. The role will suit a candidate with strong analytical and problem solving skills.

This role will involve travel throughout the UK and Western Europe.

For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.

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As a leader in the power generation industry specialising in the construction of highly efficient gas turbines they now require a warranty engineer to co-ordinate and manage all warranty issues associated with their gas turbines within a power plant in Dublin. You will be based on the site for eighteen months and will be the primary point of contact for the client for all areas surrounding warranties of equipment.

You will be liaising with the client and the project teams on operational and maintenance issues concerning the company's turbines so must have good experience within a Warranty Engineers role with turbines with the power generation sector. You will need to have a very professional manner and be able to engage with all stake holders in the process be that contractors, designers and senior management.

You will be ideally degree qualified in an Engineering discipline and have a number of years experience working with large power station Gas Turbines, ideally in a Warranty Engineer role. You will also have experience of troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of power generation equipment such as gas turbines, steam turbines and rotating equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global manufacturer of power systems during an early stage of their growth in Europe.

For more information please click the apply button below.

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The company produces the leading software for materials information management. In doing so they provide cutting edge Life Cycle Analysis software to some of the world’s most innovative manufacturers and technology companies. They are now looking to promote a unique software tool which will have a tangible impact on the way companies select and utilise materials.

The ideal candidate will provide a critical function in managing the development of this product, sitting on the interface between the clients, and the internal software and marketing departments.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Meeting current and prospective clients to provide technical insight
• Liaising with the internal software development and marketing team to recommend improvements based on client feedback.
• Coordinating the software update timetable
• Project managing the bi-annual consortium meetings of major clients and key stakeholders
• Representing the company at trade shows, lectures and conferences

Essential skills required:

• An MSc (or equivalent) in Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry or a related materials background
• Experienced with current environmental legislation including REACH, EuP, RoHS, ELV, in the UK and abroad
• Professional experience within the materials industry

Experience with Life Cycle Analysis or eco design, and fluency in more than one language is an advantage.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a high tech, dynamic environment, on an innovative tool used by industry leaders. This role will involve extensive international travel to the US, Europe and beyond.

For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here. Ref. 2344

Having recently set up a European base their operation has grown quickly and consequently this has lead to the need for an Electrical Engineer to join their Wind team in Hamburg.

The primary responsibility of this position is to successfully develop their first European off-shore project. Tasked with the design of wind turbine electrical system (generator, converter, transformer, etc.) and control systems you will be responsible for the coordination of component suppliers and managing bought in technical consultancy services.

You will be used to taking on high degree of responsibility and will be required to have an entrepreneurial attitude. As a degree qualified engineer your will be expected to have experience of either the Wind Industry or another renewable energy technology.

In return you will be joining a fast moving and growing company at a very important stage of their development.

For more information or to apply please click the apply button below. Ref. 2300