Senior Consultant, Renewables Advisory

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Isenburg, Rheinland-Pfalz, DEU
Hybrid
Senior level
Automotive • Professional Services • Software • Consulting • Energy • Chemical • Renewable Energy
Our mission is to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place.
The Role
Manages independent engineering and technical advisory projects for utility-scale onshore wind developments, supporting financing, acquisitions, and divestments. Responsibilities include technical due diligence, turbine and design assessments, CAPEX/OPEX reviews, project monitoring, report delivery, stakeholder coordination, proposal development, risk mitigation, client management, site visits, and mentoring junior staff.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
As a member of the Wind Due Diligence team, the Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing and executing independent engineering and technical advisory services to support the financing, sale, or acquisition of wind onshore projects and portfolios across different countries.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Manage high-profile Independent Engineering (IE) and Technical Advisory (TA) projects supporting project financing, acquisitions, and divestments of wind projects and portfolios, including technology assessments, civil and electrical design reviews, CAPEX/OPEX evaluations, environmental and permitting reviews, schedule assessments, and technical due diligence.
  • Compile and deliver IE and TA reports, summarizing key findings, risks, and recommendations. Coordinate input from UL Solutions' multidisciplinary teams and ensure consistency and quality across all technical and commercial analyses.
  • Prepare proposals outlining scope of work, project approach, team structure, budget, and schedule.
  • Lead project execution by coordinating internal resources and project teams to ensure deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Serve as the primary client interface for lenders, developers, and other stakeholders. Build and maintain strong client relationships, facilitate meetings, and develop solutions that address client objectives.
  • Develop communication plans, prepare project status reports, and lead regular meetings with project teams, sponsors, and stakeholders.
  • Identify project risks, barriers, and issues, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies and recommendations.
  • Mentor and develop junior staff, supporting technical growth, knowledge sharing, and team capability development.
  • Promote the application of best practices and lessons learned across projects to improve consistency, efficiency, and quality.
  • Conduct site visits during construction and operation phases, including construction monitoring activities. Review project progress against technical specifications, budgets, and schedules, and prepare related monitoring and site visit reports.
  • Represent UL Solutions at industry conferences, client meetings, and business development activities.
  • Support the business strategy and growth objectives of the due diligence team.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field, combined with at least 7 years of experience in renewable energy, technical due diligence, or project engineering.
  • Solid understanding of wind turbine technology and experience conducting turbine technology assessments.
  • Understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs) for onshore wind projects and familiarity with energy yield modelling methodologies.
  • Experience supporting utility-scale wind projects, including project design reviews and the assessment of key project agreements such as TSA, BOP, O&M, PPA, asset management, and financing contracts.
  • Demonstrated project management and stakeholder coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects successfully.
  • Knowledge of battery energy storage systems (BESS) and solar PV technologies would be an advantage.
  • Fluent English is required. Proficiency in German, Italian, or Polish would be considered a strong asset, given the markets supported by this role.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
  • At least 7 years of experience in renewable energy, technical due diligence, or project engineering
  • Solid understanding of wind turbine technology and experience conducting turbine technology assessments
  • Understanding of key performance indicators for onshore wind projects and familiarity with energy yield modeling methodologies
  • Experience supporting utility-scale wind projects, including project design reviews
  • Experience assessing TSA, BOP, O&M, PPA, asset management, and financing contracts
  • Project management and stakeholder coordination experience
  • Knowledge of battery energy storage systems and solar PV technologies
  • Fluent English
  • Proficiency in German, Italian, or Polish

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UL Solutions Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support — Retirement programs are characterized as a standout, with a strong 401(k) match and additional company contributions noted. Feedback suggests the plan design compares well within the overall package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation/PTO, sick time, floating holidays, and two paid volunteer days are available, alongside parental and family leave. Feedback suggests the time-off structure is competitive and scales with tenure or role.
  • Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with HSA/FSA, plus dental, vision, life, disability, and EAP resources indicate broad coverage. Feedback suggests access and choice are solid even if costs vary by plan and situation.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
15,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1894

What We Do

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

Why Work With Us

Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence.

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