Offshore Wind Consultant; Energy

Offshore Wind Consultant (Energy) – WSP (UK & Ireland)

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What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role

The Offshore Wind Engineering Consultant is a crucial role within the Energy business with a clear focus on driving success across offshore wind projects and growth across the business in either new or existing areas. The role will be varied and will require someone who is prepared to be engaged at all levels and have the flexibility and ability to be an ambassador for the offshore wind team whilst also supporting the development and delivery of the pipeline.

• Lead and manage offshore wind consultancy projects ensuring they meet technical, financial, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as the primary point of contact and ensuring their needs are met.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the offshore wind sector, contributing to the growth of the consultancy and engineering functions.
• Act as subject matter expert and technical lead for offshore wind projects, supporting design, feasibility analysis, site selection, and technical due diligence.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, project management, and environmental specialists.

In return you will be joining a company with

• An unrivalled market position built on our ability to deliver end‑to‑end solutions from site selection and consenting, through to design and delivery.
• An extensive portfolio of projects worldwide offering exciting and varied career opportunities in offshore renewables and the wider energy transition space.
• A desire to invest in you and your career.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• Experience in the renewable energy sector, with significant offshore wind project experience, preferably with an established consultancy.
• A track record of offering technical consultancy services in offshore wind, including feasibility analysis, site selection, supply chain studies, technology assessments, wind farm design, and due diligence.
• Knowledge of offshore wind industry standards.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Professional certifications relevant to the offshore wind industry.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders, clients, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Established network in the offshore wind industry.
• People management experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in budget management and reporting.
• Ability to travel, including possible international travel.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

About us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

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