Lead Installation Manager

Our client Scottish Power Renewables are currently recruiting for a Lead Installation Manager to join their team based in London or Glasgow on a contract basis initially. Ideally for this role they are looking for an experienced Installation Manager with a strong background within offshore wind. For more information on this role see below:

Main Purpose of Job
The WTG Installation Manager will be responsible for the technical aspects of the WTG installation as well as the management and coordination of the WTG T&I work to a level as discussed and agreed with the WTG T&I SubPackage Manger and WTG Package Manager.
The role includes interface management and implementation of project management best practice whilst ensuring industry and business standards for quality and HS&E standards are upheld.
The individual will be working as part of a global business with teams and suppliers in many countries across Europe.
The position may require frequent travel to various locations in Europe during the delivery of the WTG T&I scope.

Key Tasks
The main functions and activities of the WTG T&I Installation Manager are as follows:
WTG Installation Management
• Reporting at project level to the WTG T&I Sub-Package Manager.
• Management of the WTG T&I technical aspects of the WTG package
• Supervise T&I Engineers within the sub-package
• Work with the Senior Engineers in EA3 to deliver the assigned technical scope
• Management of the complex interfaces between Vessel Operator and OEM
• Manage and monitor the performance of the OEM and Vessel Operator through the agreed DPRs (Daily Progress Report)
• Development and implementation of a robust vessel mobilisation workflow to ensure the mobilisation of the vessels is delivered on specification
• Coordination with internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to Foundations, IAC, marine assurance, MWS, Planners, Consents, Maritime Authorities, Port Authorities, etc.
• Ensuring lessons learned are captured in the IBR’s online database
• Facilitating audits, inspections and factory/site visits as required
• Responsible for coordinating the preparation of the package’s consent deliverables
• Leading a safety-first culture throughout the WTG T&I execution phase.
Engineering
• Inputting to and implementation of a sub-package engineering plan and management of any internal and external services or resources that are required to deliver the tasks identified within the engineering plan
• Coordination of WTG T&I specific interface tasks required to ensure compliance with the requirements of the project’s Interface Management Plan

• Ensure work which is related to EA3’s CAR (Construction All Risk) policy is deemed acceptable by the project’s MWS
• Provision of technical assistance to the consenting team to assist them in discharging the project’s consent conditions.
• Planning of WTGs transport and installation, consistently with other project areas, and implementation of the Engineering Plan
• Review and approval of Contractors installation engineering activities and safe systems of work
• Responsible for interfacing with other packages to facilitate an efficient and cost effecting delivery of the project. This includes the seabed management plan
• Responsible for preparation of the T&I elements of any documents that are required to support the discharge of our consents.
Execution of the Works
• Responsible for the review, approval, and management of change of the Contractors procedures and engineering studies and analysis
• Working towards approval from EA3 Site Works Committee
• Liaison and management of the Marine Warranty Surveyor
• Manage the offshore client representatives on the WTG T&I installation vessels
• Collaborate with EA3’s site management team
• Managing and applying the Vessel Assurance process
• Monitoring and reporting progress against programme
• Maintaining package and project trackers including lessons learnt, related to WTG T&I

Key Criteria
• Essential
o Minimum 8 years’ experience in offshore wind or offshore T&I, with 4 years’ experience as an installation engineer level or equivalent
o Experience in offshore wind farm development and construction projects with strong background of T&I
o Strong project management and communication skills
o Good understanding of diversity & inclusion
o Profound technical knowledge on T&I, jack-up installation vessels and mission equipment o Previous experience in demonstrating creative and proactive approaches to addressing engineering related challenges
o Proficiency in comprehending and interpreting engineering & construction specifications, reports, drawings, and other technical documents
o Strong communication skills with the ability to exert influence and communicate clearly and effectively to various teams
o Advanced user of Microsoft office applications
• Desirable o UK and European Health and Safety legislation relevant to marine operations
o CDM (2015) regulations
o Construction planning, Estimations & Risk Management
o Commercial awareness (incl. BIMCO and FIDIC contracts)
o Role of Appointed Person for Lifting Operations.

Key Interfaces
• WTG Supplier
• Vessel Owner
• Internal teams such as Engineering & Construction