Renewables Lead

Overview

Join a global professional services firm dedicated to sustainable solutions, where architects, engineers, and environmental experts collaborate to shape the future. We seek a seasoned Renewables Lead passionate about renewable energy to drive business expansion within New Zealand's Power & Energy sector, focusing particularly on renewable projects such as solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and pumped hydro storage.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with GHD’s renewable energy specialists nationwide to build strong client relations and grow presence in New Zealand’s renewable market.
• Act as the principal contact for major Solar and BESS initiatives, aligning project deliverables with client goals.
• Lead project delivery teams, handling roles such as design manager or project manager for client engagements.
• Manage bid processes from initial assessment through proposal preparation, engaging with clients to develop tailored solutions.
• Develop enduring partnerships with major electricity generators and renewable developers.
• Serve as a trusted consultant by proactively addressing client challenges and identifying growth opportunities.
• Focus primarily on renewable projects within New Zealand and the Pacific region, with occasional coordination across the APAC region.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline.
• At least 10 years of industry experience with a strong record in client engagement and relationship management.
• Proven project management skills, including successful leadership in winning client bids; PMP certification preferred.
• Excellent communication abilities to convey complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proactive and decisive with a client-focused, problem-solving mindset.
• Committed to core values including teamwork, knowledge sharing, integrity, and respect.

Working Environment & Culture

This role is based in Auckland with a hybrid work model encouraging office presence three days per week to nurture collaboration and connection. Our diverse workplace embraces equal employment opportunities and values staff from all cultural, gender, and national backgrounds.

About the Company

Our company is a global leader in professional services encompassing engineering, architecture, and construction, operating over 200 offices worldwide. We pride ourselves on the brand promise of "The Power of Commitment", contributing to sustainable water, energy, and urbanization solutions for future generations.