Technical Director

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Role & responsibilities

Role Overview: The Technical Director Energy will provide strategic leadership, technical expertise, and business development support to drive the growth and delivery of projects within the Energy sub-business line under the Environment, Water, and Energy (EWE) business. The role requires strong technical capabilities, a deep understanding of the energy sector, and the ability to engage with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful execution of projects

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership: Provide thought leadership and strategic direction for energy-related projects, including renewable energy, power systems, grid modernization, energy transition, and decarbonization.
• Ensure technical excellence, innovation, and compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Oversee the development of feasibility studies, engineering designs, energy modelling, and project execution strategies.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in energy systems, providing guidance to teams and clients.Project Delivery & Quality Assurance: Lead and manage complex, multi-disciplinary energy projects from concept to completion, ensuring successful delivery on time and within budget.
• Establish and implement best-in-class project management, risk mitigation, and quality assurance frameworks.
• Provide technical reviews and approvals for key project deliverables.
• Business Development & Client Engagement: Support the development and execution of growth strategies for the Energy sub-business line, aligning with regional and global priorities.
• Engage with clients, identify opportunities, and lead proposals/bids for major energy projects.
• Foster and expand relationships with government agencies, utilities, investors, and private sector clients.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and technical forums.

Team Leadership & Mentoring: Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing technical team, ensuring knowledge sharing and skills development.

Promote a collaborative culture, working closely with cross-functional teams across Environment, Water, and Energy.

Strategic Planning & Innovation: Stay ahead of emerging trends, technologies, and policies in the energy sector.

Lead initiatives to drive innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability in energy projects. Support internal knowledge-sharing, research, and development initiatives.

Experience & Skills:

• 15-20 years of experience in the energy sector, with a focus on renewables, power systems, or energy infrastructure.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale energy projects in consulting, EPC, or utility environments. Strong knowledge of power generation, transmission & distribution, energy storage, and decarbonization strategies.
• Experience with financial modelling, regulatory frameworks, and energy policy advisory is a plus. Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and business development skills.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, EE Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field (Master's or Ph.D. preferred).
• Professional certification (e.g., CEng, PE, PMP, Chartered Engineer) is an advantage.