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Practice Lead - Renewables

WSP
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Onsite
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Renewable energyWind energySolar energyBattery energy storage systems (BESS)Engineering consultancyOwner's Engineer assignments
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Role Overview

The Practice Lead – Renewables will advance wind, solar, and BESS energy projects through strategic direction and technical expertise.

The role combines renewable business growth, engineering consultancy delivery, client development, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Lead renewable energy business growth and delivery.
  • Oversee major renewable energy projects and programmes.
  • Lead bids and proposals in line with internal governance procedures.
  • Develop renewable solutions with technical teams based on client and market needs.
  • Deliver Owner's Engineer, LTA, and feasibility study assignments.
  • Develop go-to-market strategy for renewable and energy projects.
  • Review junior team work and maintain delivery quality.
  • Secure and lead consultancy assignments.
  • Maintain client relationships and meet client requirements.
  • Identify new clients and prepare business development plans.
  • Represent the business with senior clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
  • Manage project execution, cash collection, and business KPIs.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar discipline.
  • Experience leading teams, projects, and business in an engineering consultancy or major project environment.
  • Business development experience in renewable energy, including wind, solar, and BESS.
  • Demonstrable client-handling experience in front-facing project work.
  • Experience delivering Owner's Engineer, LTA, and feasibility study assignments.
  • Exposure to international projects.
  • Experience as a seller-doer.
  • Ability to travel around the GCC region as required.

Core Capabilities

  • Renewable energy expertise across wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems.
  • Project management, execution, and timely cash collection.
  • Client relationship management and senior stakeholder engagement.
  • Team growth, guidance, and mentoring.
  • Business development and bid and proposal leadership.

Employer Information

WSP presents the role as an opportunity to work on landmark projects and contribute to sustainable engineering solutions.

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