Leap29 are currently assisting a leading and innovative consultancy, who are accelerating the global energy transition by bringing their expert services to the market.

My client is searching for an experienced Solar PV and/or Wind expert to join their South Africa team. The right candidate will be working across varying and diverse teams while providing technical guidance.

Main Responsibilities:

• Leading feasibility studies
• Reviewing overall project design and suggesting potential improvements
• Managing the EPC & O&M tender preparation and following contract negotiations
• Managing technical due diligence assignments and guiding customers throughout the financial close phase

• Managing and executing high quality technical advisory works:
• Providing technical input from initial assessment through to technical and economic feasibility
• Reviewing overall project permits and design.
• Reviewing/negotiating key construction contracts
• Supporting Sponsor(s) and Lender(s) throughout the Financial Close process
• Liaising with Legal, Insurance and Financial Advisors
• Assessing technical risks and proposing mitigation strategies to reduce risk over project CAPEX, OPEX and revenues.
• Following up project construction, commissioning, and acceptance
• Following up project during the Operational period

Requirements:

• You have permanent residency in South Africa
• You are fluent in spoken and written English.
• You obtained a Master's degree in engineering or equivalent through experience
• You have 5+ years’ experience in solar PV and or wind, preferably in consultancy with at least 5 years in overall experience in renewable energy
• You have a thorough experience with technical due diligence on solar PV and/or wind projects, specifically experience with PV EPC, O&M, PPA and Wind turbine contracts review (EPC, WTG supply contract, O&M, PPA), as Lender’s/ Owner’s technical advisor
• You have experience with technical solar and wind turbine inspections and construction monitoring
• Take part in reviewing of onsite project acceptance testing / commission performed by suppliers
• You have experience with Solar and Wind resource assessment, and/or financial models is an asset.
• You have strong overall computer skills and the ability to learn multiple software tools.
• You manage multiple jobs simultaneously, on time, budget, and quality.
• You have the ability of conveying information concisely adapting your communication style to suit different types of audiences.
• You are available to do short trips in Africa if necessary.

If you would  be interested in the opportunity to join a prominent and forward-thinking consultancy that is playing a crucial role in expediting the worldwide energy transition through their specialized services to the market, please apply directly through the link or send your CV to Georgia – gsumnall@leap29.com