Construction Asset Manager at Octopus Energy

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Renewable EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Proven experience in construction project management within renewable energy (wind, solar, or storage) with multi-technology exposure preferred
Degree or professional qualification

Responsibilities

Lead OEGEN’s oversight of certain construction projects, ensuring they are delivered against the investment case safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality
Manage the construction risk register, identifying and mitigating risks early, and capitalizing on opportunities
Oversee contract scope, EPC/OEM delivery, and major remedial works across multiple technologies
Log, triage, and manage construction-related cases in the CoE system, ensuring transparent reporting and escalation where required
Provide structured risk and opportunity reports to fund leads and boards
Support negotiation and drafting of EPC and O&M contracts, ensuring technical appendices and scopes of work reflect best-in-market standards
Critique technical due diligence reports, yield assumptions, construction plans, challenging advisors and contractors where necessary
Present progress, risks, and recommendations to boards, lenders, and fund heads (bi-weekly ops meetings, monthly briefings, quarterly reviews)
Collaborate with commercial and financial teams on transactions (financing, acquisitions, divestments), ensuring construction considerations are fully addressed
Champion OEGEN’s safety culture, focusing on contractor compliance with CDM and SHE policies, and embedding ESG principles in construction delivery
Review and enforce project-specific HSE plans and conduct regular site visits
Ensure smooth transition from construction into operations, including delivery of as-built documentation, warranties, permits, and asset readiness packs
Capture and embed lessons learned into CoE frameworks, driving continual improvement

Skills

Construction Management

Project Oversight

Contract Negotiation

Due Diligence

HSE Management

ESG Standards

Wind Energy

Solar Power

Energy Storage

EPC Management

Octopus Energy

Provides affordable green energy solutions

About Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy provides affordable green energy solutions to households and businesses across multiple countries, including the UK, US, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia. The company focuses on the renewable energy market and utilizes technology and data to enhance its services. Its main product offerings include direct energy sales to consumers and the licensing of its proprietary Kraken technology platform to other energy providers. This platform helps streamline energy management and improve customer experience. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes sustainability and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting the use of renewable resources.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$2,476.6MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Hours

Company Equity

OE Group Share Scheme

Risks

Increased competition in renewable energy may impact market share.

Rapid international expansion exposes Octopus to geopolitical risks.

£3 billion repayment to UK government could strain financial resources.

Differentiation

Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.

The company leads in electric aircraft charging with AeroVolt collaboration.

Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and Japan.

Upsides

'Zero Bills' initiative could revolutionize sustainable living in the UK.

Partnership with Energisa opens South American renewable energy market.

Investment in Ocergy enhances offshore wind capabilities globally.

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