Principal Sustainability Consultant (Renewable Energy)

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Principal Consultant specializing in renewable energy to join a forward-thinking firm dedicated to sustainability. This role involves leading grid-scale renewable energy projects, enhancing client relationships, and managing project finances. With a commitment to net-zero by 2030, the company fosters an inclusive environment and offers flexible working arrangements. Join a team that combines engineering expertise with consultancy to create impactful solutions for a sustainable future. If you're passionate about making a difference in the renewable energy sector, this position is ideal for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowances

Early Friday Finishes

Career Progression Opportunities

Flexible Working Arrangements

Climate Perks

Qualifications

• Experience in renewable energy project delivery and management.
• Strong understanding of grid-scale renewable energy technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and project delivery for renewable energy projects.
• Manage client relationships and project finances.

Skills

Renewable Energy Project Development

Grid Connection Processes

Technical Knowledge of PV, Wind, Hydro

Client Relationship Management

Project Financial Management

Job description

Principal Sustainability Consultant (Renewable Energy), Leeds

Client: Hydrock

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category: Consulting

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 08ea58a8bf81

Job Views: 4

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Consultant specializing in renewable energy to join our SES team. Our team has a national presence, and we welcome applications from candidates who can commute to any of our offices across the UK.

As an inclusive employer, we offer flexible working arrangements to suit personal circumstances, including part-time or full-time hours and hybrid working models.

Your role will include:

• Leading technical and project delivery for grid-scale/Front of the Meter renewable energy and storage projects, mainly battery and solar power, with experience in other technologies beneficial.
• Overseeing project delivery within your portfolio.
• Managing and developing client relationships.
• Managing project finances.
• Resource management for the team.
• Leading, recruiting, and developing team members.

About Our Division:

Our Smart Energy & Sustainability division helps clients unlock cleaner, cheaper, and more reliable energy, maximizing economic and environmental value while adhering to sustainability principles. We are committed to being net-zero by 2030, aligned with the Science Based Targets Initiative, and active in the UK Green Building Council and Business in the Community.

Our Work Includes:

• Net-zero carbon studies
• Energy strategy and environmental assessments for planning
• Climate change studies
• Life-Cycle Carbon and Cost Analyses
• Renewable energy consultancy and development
• Carbon management verification

Our team combines engineering and consultancy expertise to deliver comprehensive project inputs from inception onward.

Candidate Profile:

Ideal candidates will have experience with:

• Grid connection processes for renewable projects (20-500MW scale)
• Renewable energy and storage project development, including market and revenue opportunities
• Technical knowledge of PV, Wind, Hydro, Anaerobic Digestion, Battery Storage, Hydrogen
• Liaison with TNO/DNO at various project stages
• Working with developers as a technical lead
• Planning processes for various development scales
• Supply chain and partner engagement
• Understanding industry changes and opportunities

Desirable but not essential experience includes:

• Business development
• Team operations and resource planning
• Mentoring junior staff
• Process and technical improvements

Why Join Hydrock (now Stantec):

With over 900 staff across 21 UK offices, we aim to be a ‘Force for Good’ by improving lives and creating sustainable infrastructure. Recognized as Building’s Engineering Consultant of the Year 2023, our projects have received numerous awards for sustainability and innovation.

What We Offer:

• Supportive colleagues
• Recognition and career progression
• Development of soft and technical skills
• Health benefits and generous holiday allowances
• Early Friday finishes
• Flexibility and climate perks

Inclusivity:

We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting a safe environment for all employees and providing reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities or neurodiverse conditions.

Next Steps:

After applying via our careers site, we will review your application promptly. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a pre-screen call, followed by a formal interview via video or in-person.

Stay updated by connecting with us on our social channels.