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

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Construction ManagementProject OversightContract NegotiationDue DiligenceHSE ManagementESG StandardsWind EnergySolar PowerEnergy StorageEPC Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote role or does it require office presence?

The position requires an average of 3 days in the office per week in London, while maintaining a degree of flexibility.

What salary or compensation is offered for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and experience are required for the Construction Asset Manager role?

The role requires experience in construction project oversight across multi-technology projects (wind, solar, storage, hybrids), managing construction risks, contract negotiation for EPC and O&M contracts, and technical due diligence critique.

What is the company culture like at Octopus Energy Generation?

Octopus Energy Generation features a diverse and dedicated team passionate about powering a sustainable future, investing in people, communities, and renewable energy projects worldwide.

What makes a strong candidate for this Construction Asset Manager position?

A strong candidate will have experience leading construction oversight for renewable energy projects, expertise in risk management, contract negotiation, and the ability to engage stakeholders across technical, commercial, and fund teams.

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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