Job description
Job Description
Do you have a passion for decarbonising the world’s energy systems? Are you excited by working with a wide range of clients? Are you enthusiastic about working with a dynamic, collaborative and international team? Do you want the opportunity to be creative and deliver innovative solutions to complex engineering problems, while being a catalyst for sustainable change?
If so, we want to hear from you!
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Excellent career growth and development opportunities.
- Workplace flexibility with the ability to work from home to support your work / life balance
Ramboll is committed to ensuring equal opportunities and we welcome applications from under-represented groups in STEM such as women, LGBTQ and BME communities, and people with a disability.
The job specification
We invite you to bring your professionalism, passion and expertise to an award-winning District Energy team, as we support our clients on their journey to net zero. You will lead and be involved in a number of exciting and innovative District Energy projects, focusing on energy master planning, heating and cooling and industrial decarbonisation. Our clients range from governments and local authorities to large private organisations, within the UK and internationally. To succeed in this role you must have proven experience of project management/engineering and ideally a post graduate qualification in renewable energy systems, district heating or similar. Click the apply-button to send your application.
Your key tasks and responsibility will include:
- Contribute to the Department’s business development activities by leading bids and developing key customer accounts.
- Bring your technical knowledge in district heat systems to become a technical authority for a portfolio of projects
- Be the Project Manager for a portfolio of projects ensuring client satisfaction whilst delivering technical and financial performance
Your key deliverables within the first 12 months will be:
- Establish yourself as a thought leader in the business, supporting the Leadership Team to build a high performing team through openness, trust and respect.
- Provide support and development to junior members of the team
- Support the technical development of our team in relevant software packages and design tools, some of which are common to industry and some are Ramboll specific
- Direct and deliver a number of district energy projects as Project Manager and demonstrate a successful track record of delivering quality and customer satisfaction
- Contribute to business development activities and actively participate in client engagement
- Proactively engage with the leadership team and become a reliable and trusted member of the team, using your knowledge and experience of the sector to contribute to our success
Your starting point for constant growth
From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:
- Proven experience in heating and cooling district energy sector, ideally throughout the full life cycle of projects from design through commissioning and operations
- Appreciation of business models and financial modelling techniques for district heating projects
- Possess mechanical, chemical, electrical, process or energy engineering degree, ideally with a post graduate qualification in renewable energy systems, district heating or similar
- An excellent technical understanding of a wide range of low carbon technologies associated with district heating projects
- Track record in effective management of project finances and delivering projects to budget and program
Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:
- High energy and a passion for transitioning the energy industry to net zero
- Ability to work in collaboratively and multitask with large volumes of work
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ideally with experience in business development, project management and client management
- Ability to speak and write effectively in English
You will join our District Energy Department
As our new Associate for District Energy, you will be part of a dynamic and growing team, helping to lead the industry by delivering some iconic and innovative projects both at national and international level in collaboration with colleagues in Denmark, North America and other international businesses.
Our team’s market focus covers the full spectrum of district energy solutions; however, we are particularly in the district heating and district cooling sector which is projected to grow significantly in the UK in response to national targets to decarbonise heat. Ramboll is a recognized leader in the district heating and cooling sector, with decades of experience, and as such we play a key role in driving growth in the sector in the UK.
The Partner for Sustainable Change
In Ramboll, everyone has the opportunity to use their knowledge to create a better society and increase the quality of life of people and communities. Ramboll has just launched an ambitious strategy for the next 4 years, the "Partner for Sustainable Change". Within Energy, we are at the forefront of addressing the green transition and offer a holistic approach to energy that supports the sector on the journey towards more sustainable solutions.
You will join an established global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world. Ramboll operates a flexible working policy, and with this you will be part of an exciting team of experts, who respects each other and works towards a common goal.
Who is Ramboll?
Ramboll is ranked a Top 10 consultant in the UK and has over 1,600 bright minds working across 17 offices to apply their passion to deliver innovative solutions across Energy, Buildings, Transport, and Environment & Health. We love seeing our talents develop and succeed and you will have opportunities to work on challenging and inspiring projects within an environment that is friendly, open and supportive.
Ramboll Energy is at the forefront of addressing the green transition and offers a holistic approach to energy that supports the sector on the journey towards more sustainable solutions. With 1,800 experts in 14 countries, covering the full spectrum of technologies and all parts of the value chain, we plan, design and implement energy solutions all over the world.
An equal opportunity employer
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential.
We invite applications from candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process.
We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when and how much you work. When you join Ramboll, you’ll have the freedom to work your hours flexibly and our positive approach to hybrid working will help you to discover the split between home and office that works for you and your role.
How to apply
Apply online. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application