Technical Due Diligence Director – BESS and Solar (Director Level)
ERM is the world's largest pure-play sustainability consultancy, focused on enabling the transition to a low-carbon economy.
We support mainstream and emerging renewable technologies and serve organisations leading the global energy transformation.
ERM provides end-to-end capabilities across the entire lifecycle of renewable energy projects – from market intelligence and strategy development through development, construction, operations and decommissioning.
We are hiring a high-credibility, client-facing leader to drive growth and delivery in our BESS and Solar Technical Due Diligence services.
The Director will develop the market, direct projects, generate revenue opportunities and mentor junior staff.
The Director works alongside senior leadership in strategic decisions, execution and company growth.
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership for the BESS & Solar technical due diligence team
Manage and contribute as a subject-matter expert to consulting engagements in renewable energy, particularly technical due diligence (TDD), vendor due diligence (VDD) and lender technical advisory (LTA) for BESS and solar projects globally
Assemble and lead project teams delivering on complex client engagements and ensure high-quality work products and effective use of resources
Structure content and author substantive sections of technical reports, and direct mid- and junior-staff contributions
Assist partners in securing new consulting engagements
Develop long-term client relationships and seek opportunities for follow-up work with clients
Identify, support and help develop service proposals for new and existing clients, from pre-RFP preparation to proposal production to close-out
Actively collaborate with colleagues in other offices, regions and practices to identify and pursue opportunities and generate revenue
Prepare and deliver reports, presentations and other documents for client deliverables and for other stakeholders
Contribute to renewable-energy market thought leadership, internal research and model development and design
Business Acumen
Build, manage and maintain client relationships
Contribute to a vision for the company's future that reflects the changing marketplace and creates a competitive advantage for ERM
Skilled in business development and able to improve client service experience
Team Management
Provide leadership by modelling high standards of performance and professionalism
Maintain a high level of personal credibility and work ethic, consistently demonstrating sound judgment
Demonstrate strong negotiation and facilitation skills, motivating, persuading and building consensus
Actively involve in sourcing, selecting, developing and training talent with relevant business leaders and the management team
Focus on the professional development of self and junior team members
Qualifications
Minimum bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental sciences, renewable-energy technology, business administration or related discipline
Extensive experience in the solar energy business (advisory, project development, permitting, construction, asset management)
Relevant professional and/or industry certifications
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Track record of business development, collaborative sales pursuits and client service
Demonstrated thought leadership through industry publications and related forums
Proficiency with standard industry software tools
Our Benefits
Flexible working arrangements, 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, annual salary review, performance-related bonus, private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection, employee assistance programme, volunteering opportunities, travel season-ticket loan, Calm premium subscription, Cycle2Work scheme, gym discounts, gift-card discounts and double-matched pension contributions.
ERM offers a diverse and inclusive culture with robust career frameworks and global technical communities for professional growth.
About ERM
ERG has been a leader in environmental sustainability since ****.
Today, with over 7,000 professionals worldwide, ERM plays a key role in enabling the low-carbon transition.
In the past year alone, ERM supported the delivery of over 100 GW of renewable power.
Join ERM's global renewable-energy team working on an exciting portfolio of solar, wind, energy-storage and transmission projects.
Your role will help enable the UK and global markets to benefit from renewable-energy generation and storage solutions.
ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to thrive.
We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate.
If you have a disability, are neurodivergent or need accommodations during the selection process, we're here to support you.
Our commitment doesn't stop at hiring – once you join us, we'll ensure you have the tools, support and adjustments needed to succeed and feel a true sense of belonging.
Learn more about our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) efforts on our website or in our **** Sustainability Report.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Information Technology
Industries
Environmental Services; Civil Engineering; Oil and Gas
Location: Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
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