Energy & Infrastructure
Powering a sustainable future through building resilient teams
Power and Utilities
Acre partners with power and utility companies to find candidates that drive the transition towards cleaner, more sustainable energy systems. From smart grid innovation to energy storage solutions and the decarbonisation of electricity and gas networks, we connect organisations with forward-thinking leaders and technical specialists. Our expertise ensures businesses can navigate regulatory challenges, integrate renewables, and build resilient, low-carbon utility infrastructures for the future.
Built Environment & Green Infrastructure
Acre supports organisations in creating climate-resilient, low-carbon built environments that prioritise sustainability and efficiency. From net-zero buildings to green infrastructure and urban regeneration, we connect businesses with experts in sustainable design, ESG strategy, and climate adaptation. Our specialist talent solutions help drive innovation, ensuring the future of our cities and infrastructure is both sustainable and resilient.
Transport & Mobility
Our expertise helps navigate the talent market for organisations that are addressing the shift to electric vehicles (EVs), sustainable aviation, green shipping, and the decarbonisation of logistics and public transport systems.
Climate Risk Management
As climate risks intensify, businesses must integrate resilience strategies into their operations and investments. Acre connects organisations with specialists in climate risk assessment, ESG strategy, and nature-based solutions to mitigate environmental and financial risks. From regulatory compliance to scenario modelling, our talent solutions help companies future-proof their infrastructure, supply chains, and energy systems against a changing climate.
Driving sustainable change
The energy and infrastructure sectors are key to the global transition to a low-carbon, resilient future. As demand for clean energy, sustainable transport, and climate-smart infrastructure grows, so does the need for skilled professionals to drive change.
Acre partners with organisations leading this transformation, connecting them with top talent to accelerate innovation, advance decarbonisation, and embed sustainability into critical infrastructure projects.
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Energy & Infrastructure Insights
The Value of a Growth Mindset at CBRE
If you don’t often find yourself immersed in the professional development space, you may not be overly familiar with the concept of a growth mindset. So, you might be wondering, what exactly is this?
Think: Someone who is not only open to new ideas and concepts but actively makes decisions and achieves outcomes based on them.
Enter: Dave Dite, QHSE Director at CBRE.
Dave is no stranger to the idea of a growth mindset. Having worked with him here at Acre for the better part of the last 8 years, we’ve seen him continue to raise the bar for himself and those around him when it comes to abandoning ‘the way we’ve always done things’ and opting for new ways of achieving the desired outcomes.
When he was tasked with building a team at CBRE, the UK leader in commercial property, he recognised that the traditional professional development programmes that had historically been delivered within CBRE were a little dated, and he wanted something more innovative.
Then, by coincidence, Dave had two separate interactions in quick succession with the Acre Frameworks team and these showed him that he’d found what he’d been looking for - engaging content and delivery, focusing on impact and change in purpose-driven roles.
As we all know, in business, the bigger and more complex an organisation is, the more difficult it can be to get key stakeholders to engage. Over the following months, Dave strove to get the right people onto his team. He decided to take more ownership of that process and used Frameworks initially as a programme for his team which worked incredibly well.
The process began with everyone in the team undergoing our ‘Discovery’ process. This involves the completion of our market-leading non-technical skills assessment, followed by a 1-1 feedback session with an Acre Frameworks development coach to discuss the findings of the report; a process that Dave found fascinating.
After his original team had completed Discovery, Dave spent the afternoon with a couple of the Frameworks coaches going through all the results and they then mapped the results to gauge how the whole team worked together. “What really startled me was a couple of things - firstly, when you mapped the data together, it formed quite a nice picture. In other words, it said to me that the team is actually quite strong as a group because their strengths and weaknesses seem to counterbalance each other.”
"The second thing I found really interesting was that I could recognise quite a few members of my team from their Discovery results - so essentially, I could look it on the screen, and say ‘That's Person A. And that's Person B’ - but not for every single one of them. I’d probably say I recognised 60 per cent. But strangely enough, the one person that I didn't recognise from Discovery was myself.”
Dave then started a journey into his own personal development with Frameworks, which he says uncovered some fascinating high-level things about himself. Prior to his coaching, he states that he used to put on an avatar to come to work. i.e. get ready to leave the house, find his keys, grab his wallet, walk out the front door. At that point, he assumed the character of Dave the QHSSE lead. “That was why I didn't recognise myself on the Discovery map - and that is what the coaches at Frameworks and myself have been working on for the past couple of years. At that point, I felt able to throw the avatar in the bin and it was like a breath of fresh air.”
Dave has moved around quite a bit within CBRE since the avatar was discarded. Not only is he personally happy, but he is also professionally fulfilled which not many people can genuinely say. It’s been a great process for him to be part of but it has been hard work, and has kept Dave on his toe for five years.
Dave has built a team over the past couple of years that complement each other, who meet regularly, and whom he believes are now confident in their own skin. However, none of that would have been possible without the group working together as a team, and that is a direct result of them being part of the Frameworks product.
“Ultimately, it's been a fantastic journey.”
At Acre Frameworks we are passionate about facilitating the non-technical growth of purpose-driven professionals within the realms of health, safety and sustainability - we know that each journey is unique but equally as rewarding to the teams that embrace the process.
Interested in how we might assist you with a people development strategy? Get in touch with us today.
Developing a High Performing Team with Siemens
Most people know a high-performing team when they see one and broadly speaking, it is one which shares a vision, end-goal and a collective ambition to achieve great things. The way in which a team navigates this journey has a number of different facets – for example, it might be the collective development of a growth mindset, empowering opinion and thought diversity through a sense of psychological safety, or embracing each other’s differences through trust and vulnerability.
The EHS team at Siemens, under the leadership of director Louise Harry, has been a great working example of this process. Siemens is a technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport and healthcare. Crucially, the company places an unrelenting focus on empowering its people to make key decisions to create the greatest impact possible with a multitude of stakeholders, in often high-pressure situations.
The Siemens EHS team began their journey with the Acre Frameworks ‘Discovery’ programme. Using our unique psychometric tool, we give each participant feedback on their personal preferences mapped against our own specific competency framework. This approach aims to inform the individual of their key areas of strength and growth to inspire their development journey.
The second stage of our Discovery programme is to bring teams together to explore individual preferences as a group, we call this part of the programme the ‘Team Data Review’. We encourage the exploration of thought diversity and how having similar and/or opposite preferences can really shape a team to become a high-performing unit.
For the third phase in our development programme, we start to work on new skill acquisition. We get the team together each month for a 90-minute team coaching session. We call these sessions ‘Learning Pods’. Each month we explore a different topic with the team while encouraging mixed opinions, debate and the practical application of these new skills, with relatable challenging tasks to complete during ‘the day job’.
“For us, the power has been in investing in the learning pods month-on-month with the team because they feel like they've all got to know each other. They all understand each other’s style…and for some of them it's been utterly transformational”.
Louise Harry,
EHS Director
Siemens
We understand that not everyone has an automatic willingness to change or to adopt new skills, as nobody is born with a growth mindset – it’s like a muscle you need to exercise. Acre works hard to make sure each individual understands their learning style and that new skills take time to polish and perfect. Each participant learns at their own pace within a supportive and psychologically safe space.
It is very typical within a team for some to have a strong growth mindset, and others to be more fixed or static. Initially, some members of the team were slightly resistant to the concept of exploring new ways of working, but once they understood the process and embraced it, they really blossomed within 12 months. Now, we are collectively moving to the next stage of the process where we look at impact and influence.
At Acre, we are passionate about facilitating the non-technical growth of purpose-driven professionals within the realms of health, safety and sustainability - we know that each journey is unique but equally as rewarding to the teams that embrace the process.
Interested in how we might assist you with a people development strategy this year? Get in touch with us.
Europe to focus on building water-related resilience
Europe focused on building resilience towards water quality and availability during 2024 EU Green Week for a stronger, more sustainable economy.
The annual conference which ran at the end of May spotlighted the recurrent water-related crises to better understand how to tackle the challenges surrounding it, for both society and the environment, to create a water-resilient continent.
Organised by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Environment, the event brought an opportunity to discuss the European environmental policy and was expected to attract policymakers, leading environmentalists and stakeholders from across Europe and the rest of the world.
What challenges is Europe facing?
Climate change has contributed to the surge in extreme weather conditions across the globe, such as floods and droughts, which has had a huge negative impact on those living in Europe.
Years of pollution, ecosystem degradation and structural mismanagement have also exacerbated the problem not only in the EU but worldwide.
Virginijus Sinkevičius, Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries, said: “We need it, we take it for granted – but right now, Europe’s water needs our attention.
“The EU faces challenges with water quality and quantity, and things will only get worse with climate change.
“It’s a limited resource and we keep on increasing our demand. If we don't address these issues today, we’re creating bigger problems for the future.”
“So, Green Week will help start a broad, society-wide conversation about water, making people more aware of the challenges, and of the immense advantages there are in building up our water resilience with concrete solutions.”
The 2024 EU Green Week forms part of a wider water resilience campaign, #WaterWiseEU, aiming to drive an EU-wide conversation around its water, build greater awareness and promote positive, collaborative solutions.
Guest speakers discussed various aspects of integrated water management, including fostering a water smart EU economy, addressing the challenges of restoring and protecting the disrupted water cycle, ensuring widespread access to clean, affordable water and sanitation, and promoting international water cooperation.
Energy & Infrastructure Jobs
Lead - Interconnection & Grid Integration
Energy & Infrastructure
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Hybrid
Acre is partnered with a pioneer in the renewables industry looking to bolster their engineering strategy capability. The Senior Engineer will work directly with executives to help support both new development opportunities, but also commercial strategy around pipeline and M&A opportunities.
You will utilize your deep understanding of power systems and grid integration to help analyze and professional recommendations for various diverse technologies across the United States.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform key market evaluations such as power flow analysis
- Utilize your technical analysis to help drive key development activities across key US power markets
- Stay updated on the latest transmission and utility regulatory changes to maintain "ahead of the curve" decision-making
- Review studies from other engineers including feasibility, impact, stability, and facility.
- Provide recommendations for new transmission projects based on your analysis and the latest industry trends
- Execute critical due diligence activities for significant M&A opportunities
- Establish relationships both internally and externally with various key stakeholders and market operators
Your Background
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineer (MSEE a plus, but not required)
- Experience carrying out key interconnection and other transmission-related activities across a number of key RTO/ISOs
- Strong software experience across either PSS/E, PSCAD, PROMOD, PLEXOS, PSLF, or TARA
- Ability to communicate effectively and develop strong relationships
- 3+ Years of Industry Experience
If you feel like this role aligns with your expertise and career goals, please apply directly and/or reach out to Oliver Haines at oliver.haines@acre.com or Jenny Han-Simon at jenny.hansimon@acre.com for a confidential discussion.
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Senior Engineer, Interconnections and Grid Analysis
Clean Technology
Chicago, Illinois, United States
On-Site
Acre is thrilled to partner with a leading IPP in the US with 33GW of assets in operation, spanning solar, wind, storage, hydrogen, natural gas, and transmission infrastructure.
They are looking for an experienced engineer to perform technical analysis to assist in the interconnection process for the different generation projects. They will also be responsible for assisting in other transmission-associated activities and analysis, including interpreting the different market rules as they apply to the interconnection process.
Responsibilities
- Perform power flow analysis and market-related evaluations as part of generation and transmission development activities.
- Provide grid, transmission system planning, and congestion evaluation to assist in development activities mainly in WECC.
- Review utility and ISO transmission expansion plans to identify potential opportunities.
- Review utility interconnection studies (feasibility, impact, stability, and facility).
- Identify areas for new transmission projects based on generation technological shifts and the corresponding impacts ithas on grid behavior.
- Utilize regulatory and compliance knowledge to identify and evaluate areas of critical impact for projects in the interconnection pipeline.
- Work with the regulatory team to provide input on queue reforms and process changes as necessary.
- Develop conceptual design of interconnection facilities and costs.
- Assist in conceptual design of wind farm and solar electrical collection systems (34.5kV), substations (34.5kV – transmission voltage 115kV – 230kV – 345kV), and project-owned transmission lines.
- Provide assistance during project design and construction for interconnection-related issues
- Interpret market rules as they apply to the interconnection study, construction, and operation of generation projects
- Provide assistance to asset managers in developing and implementing bidding and risk management strategies
- Participate in various industry groups dealing with interconnection and market issues.
- Perform technical diligence for potential M&A projects
- Perform complex Transmission delivery assessments to support Origination and business opportunities for RFPs.
- Coordinate with consultants to prepare system models and perform reliability and economic studies.
- Establish relationships with various technical experts among stakeholders, utilities, RTO/ISOs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 2+ years of experience in transmission system planning, compliance, and operations including complex power flow, short circuit, and stability studies.
- Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- BS or MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems.
- WECC/CAISO region experience while working at the ISO or with the Utilities and advanced understanding of the WECC/CAISO interconnection and planning process.
- Knowledge of FERC, NERC standards related to transmission and interconnections, including Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) a plus.
- Experienced in the use of power flow software such as PSS/E, TARA, PowerWorld, PSLF, or PSCAD similar software package a plus.
- Proficiency in spreadsheet modeling using Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Pay and Benefits
- USD$130,000.00 - USD$150,000.00
- Annual Bonus: 20% - 30%
Interested? Please apply directly or reach out to Oliver Haines at oliver.haines@acre.com or Jenny Simon at jenny.simon@acre.com
Nature & Climate Manager
Natural Resources
London, Greater London, England
Hybrid
Are you looking to apply your expertise in nature-based solutions and carbon project development to drive systemic change in a values-led organisation? Join a long-established, privately owned business with a global reach and deep commitment to sustainability.
Acre is partnering with a highly diversified, international group headquartered in London, supporting a portfolio of operating companies across different industries and geographies. Sustainability is a core strategic priority, with efforts focused on delivering tangible impact across environmental pillars including climate action, biodiversity, and circular resource management.
As Climate & Nature Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in the Group Sustainable Development team—leading the development and monitoring of long-term carbon removal projects and supporting wider environmental programs across the business.
In this role, you will
- Drive the identification, development, and delivery of nature-based carbon offset projects that contribute to long-term carbon removal strategy and provide biodiversity and social impacts.
- Manage carbon project monitoring, tracking and reporting, working closely with specialist contractors and partners to ensure timely and high-quality outcomes.
- Support the design and execution of broader environmental programs, including waste and water neutrality initiatives.
- Collaborate with operating companies and cross-functional teams to align sustainability targets and embed best practice across the group.
- Produce compelling internal papers and presentations to inform senior stakeholders and support decision-making to advance the sustainability agenda.
- Support operating companies to deliver on local sustainability strategies.
- Stay informed of evolving carbon standards, nature-related frameworks, and climate policy to shape the group’s sustainability direction.
Key attributes
- Experience in carbon project development or environmental program management.
- Ability to identify and address risks to ensure project viability.
- Previous experience managing high-integrity carbon projects, including experience working with standards such as Verra and Gold Standard.
- Experience delivering nature-based solutions (e.g., reforestation, regeneration, wetland restoration) with a balance of carbon sequestration goals, biodiversity uplifts, and social impact.
- Ideally Bachelor's/Master’s degree – in a related discipline such as environmental science, sustainability, carbon finance.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce concise, persuasive written reports and board papers.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the confidence to work across international teams and with a range of stakeholders, including landowners, corporates, NGOs and regulatory bodies.
- Ability to develop long-term sustainability strategies that align with commercial corporate goals.
- Sustainability subject specialisms: helpful to have management or technical skills in other areas such as decarbonisation, water neutrality, waste and climate risk.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-driven business with scale, legacy, and ambition to drive sustainable impact. You’ll gain access to a wide platform of environmental programs, senior leadership, and the opportunity to shape projects that support climate resilience and biodiversity restoration on a global scale.
If you’re ready to take the lead on environmental initiatives with the support of an established sustainability team and a forward-looking organisation, we’d love to hear from you. For more information, please get in touch with Julene Aedo at julene.aedo@acre.com
Sustainability Executive (6 Month FTC)
Energy & Infrastructure
Bedfordshire, England
Hybrid
(6-Month FTC)
Location: Bedfordshire- hybrid working basis, 2 days per week in the office
Acre is currently working with a market-leading transport organisation that has sustainability at the forefront of everything they do and is responsible for serving millions of customers every single year. Join as a Sustainability Executive, as part of their dynamic Sustainability Team, for an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the airport’s ambitious commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2040. As a Sustainability Executive, you’ll play a vital role in supporting a range of major projects and initiatives aimed at improving carbon performance and driving impactful change across the site’s operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of sustainability and net zero projects, helping to shape the organisation’s strategic environmental goals.
- Manage multiple projects to improve Scope 1 and 2 carbon performance, including fleet decarbonisation and on-site energy efficiency.
- Assist in project planning, documentation, and stakeholder management to ensure timely and smooth delivery of initiatives.
- Support renewable energy projects, helping to deliver low-carbon technology benefits across the site.
- Develop business cases for energy management improvements, assisting in capex budget planning and financial reporting.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Legal, and Operations teams to drive projects forward and secure supplier agreements.
- Maintain detailed project tracking systems, spreadsheets, and reporting mechanisms to ensure effective management and compliance.
About the Team
- Top global performer on GRESB ESG benchmark
- 53% procurement spend with local suppliers
- 74% recycling rate
- Over 1,000 trees planted through volunteering
- Significant investment in local communities
What you will bring
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in sustainability or project support roles, ideally within infrastructure, aviation, construction, or similar sectors.
- A relevant degree in environmental management, sustainability, business, or related fields (preferred but not essential).
- Strong project management skills with a highly organised, detail-oriented approach.
- Analytical skills with confident use of database systems and advanced Excel.
- Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to manage and influence a wide range of internal stakeholders.
- Ability to work under pressure, balancing multiple projects simultaneously with a proactive and collaborative mindset.
This is a unique chance to make a real impact at a critical time for the industry. If you are a driven sustainability professional with a passion for project delivery and a commitment to net zero ambitions, we would love to hear from you.
Apply directly or get in touch with Jesse Harford at jesse.harford@acre.com to hear more about the role.
Director, Capital Markets
Energy & Infrastructure
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
On-Site
Acre is partnered with a global leader in the Data Center industry looking to hire a Director, Capital Markets. The Director, Capital Markets will play a key role in spearheading vital financing and capital markets activities to help the client strategically position itself for exponential portfolio growth.
This position also offers exceptional exposure to C-Suite and institutional level investors as you will be expected to present proposals and strategic opportunities the client can capitalize on.
What you'll do
- Lead complex financial transactions from start to finish, managing key responsibilities for partnerships, negotiations, and execution.
- Develop, optimize, and maintain key financial models for critical business ventures including loan structurings, credit facilities, and M&A opportunities
- Create and present key analysis and findings to executive committees and investment committees.
- Support other key strategic initiatives including complex M&A opportunities.
- Become an in-house SME for the company's financial strategy, and look at innovative ways to unlock that potential.
Who you are
- 6+ Years of Capital Markets experience, with a clear track record of closing complex financial transactions (loans, credit facilities, securitization)
- Strong financial modeler - clear ability to develop and build own independent models for various complex needs
- Career path in either real estate, clean energy, or complex infrastructure
- A desire to join a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment - whilst managing various key transactions simultaneously
If you believe you align well for this position, please apply directly or reach out to Oliver Haines at oliver.haines@acre.com or Alex Westacott at alex.westacott@acre.com
Project Developer Germany - Utility scale BESS
Energy & Infrastructure
Berlin, Germany
Hybrid
Are you excited about making a tangible impact in the energy transition?
Acre are supporting a leading utility scale energy storage developer in Europe, who are currently focused on developing in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. They already have one project in operation, as well as a pipeline of 2GW currently under development. They are a young business, with a very strong sustainability-led motivation to succeed in this space as they already have.
They are looking for a Project Developer to join the team in Germany, and continue to secure new and develop their existing pipeline. They are involved in the whole project lifecycle and have strong financial backing to support their development.
As a Project Developer, you’ll lead the development of large-scale battery storage projects from concept to construction.
- Overall Project Development – Full A-Z Project Development from land, to permit, to grid connection.
- Stakeholder Management – Build strong relationships with authorities, grid operators, and landowners.
- Regulatory Compliance – Navigate permitting requirements and ensure approvals.
- Collaboration – Work with internal and external teams to bring projects to financial close.
- Business Growth – Expand our presence in the German energy market.
What You'll Bring
- Experience – At least 5 years in project development, with a minimum of 2 years specifically in energy projects, smart grids, or battery energy storage in Germany.
- Industry Knowledge – Strong understanding of the German energy sector, including grid connection processes, permitting requirements, and market dynamics.
- Language Skills – Fluency in both German and English, with excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Education – A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in engineering, energy technology, business administration, or a related field.
- Skills – A proactive, independent approach, strong multitasking abilities, and the ability to build and maintain lasting relationships.
- Startup Mindset – An entrepreneurial spirit, problem-solving attitude, and eagerness to contribute to a fast-growing, innovative company.
What They Offer
Join a mission-driven company where your work directly contributes to a cleaner, more sustainable future. Here’s what you can expect:
- Competitive Compensation – A salary package that reflects your experience and qualifications, plus performance-based incentives.
- Flexible Work Arrangements – Hybrid work models and flexible hours to support a healthy work-life balance.
- Career Growth – Opportunities for continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development.
- Innovative Environment – Work on cutting-edge energy projects alongside a talented and diverse international team.
- Collaborative Culture – A positive, open, and inclusive workplace where initiative and teamwork are valued.
Please reach out to Josh Braddon at josh.braddon@acre.com with any questions.
Field Service Engineer ESS
Energy & Infrastructure
Ede, Gelderland, Netherlands
On-Site
Are you passionate about making energy storage accessible and practical for businesses and individuals?
Acre is supporting the recruitment for a smart energy storage solutions business for a Field Service Engineer.
About the Company
Our client is committed to revolutionizing energy storage and management. With energy demands surging, putting pressure on existing infrastructure, the company offers smart, scalable solutions that empower businesses and households to efficiently manage energy generation and consumption. This fast-growing, innovative company is at the forefront of the energy transition, providing impactful solutions in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.
What You’ll Do as a Field Service Engineer
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Act as a technical expert for the company’s partners, assisting them with installations and troubleshooting.
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Collaborate closely with the technical team to diagnose issues and provide effective solutions.
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Offer technical explanations to customers, ensuring they understand the benefits of the company’s products.
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Provide valuable feedback to the product development team, contributing to continuous improvements and innovations.
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Participate in simulations and diagnostics to enhance system performance and reliability.
Key Requirements
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A technical background in electrical engineering or a related field, with technical qualifications or training.
- Fluency in English and Dutch is a must.
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A valid driver’s license for on-site visits.
- VCA Certified is a must. NEN3140 is a nice to have.
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A commitment to high standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
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Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
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A proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
Why Join the Company?
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Company vehicle, phone, and laptop provided.
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Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
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Be part of an enthusiastic, motivated team at a vibrant workplace.
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Enjoy regular team events and social gatherings to strengthen connections.
Do you believe this is the role for you in making an impact in the energy transition sector?
Please apply directly, only applications through our website will be considered. For any enquiries, contact Thaddeus Tan at thaddeus.tan@acre.com
Senior Project Developer
Energy & Infrastructure
Utrecht, Netherlands
Hybrid
Acre are currently helping an international IPP, who focus on The Netherlands, Germany and the UK find a Senior Project Developer in the Netherlands. The business are backed by two large sponsors, who have collectively developed over 3GW of projects globally, and are therefore positioned to become a leading European IPP across their focus markets.
They do the full cycle from development, construction, EPC management, asset management, as well as power sales and commercialisation of utility scale. In the Netherlands they have 68 projects in operation or under construction, a pipeline of 7GW in development globally, with 1GW which is operational, under construction or in advanced development stages.
They are currently looking to grow their Project Development team in the Netherlands, with the main focus still being on large scale solar and co-located BESS projects, greenfield and brownfield development. They are confident with the recent changes in the market, that they have a good strategy in place to continue to be able to succeed in this space.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of large-scale solar PV projects and co-located BESS, from site identification to permitting and stakeholder management.
- Build and maintain relationships with landowners, municipalities, energy cooperatives, and other key stakeholders.
- Secure planning permissions, licenses, and grid connections while ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with financial and technical teams to optimize project feasibility.
- Apply for relevant subsidies and funding opportunities.
- Engage with local communities and industry associations to support project development.
- Monitor and analyze relevant political, legislative, and market developments.
- Manage project budgets, timelines, risks, and reporting to senior management.
Your Profile
- Proven experience in project development across solar, wind, BESS, or other large scale onshore projects.
- Strong understanding of project feasibility, including technical and financial aspects.
- Experience with planning processes and regulatory approvals.
- Knowledge of transmission and distribution networks, including grid connection procedures.
- Excellent negotiation, influencing, and commercial skills.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with flexibility, creativity, and a proactive approach.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Detail-oriented and results-driven.
- Fluency in Dutch and English (spoken and written).
Offer
- Salary: Competitive salary
- Bonus: Performance-based bonus
- Holiday pay: 8%
- Travel: Company car
- Holiday days: 25 vacation days
- Office days: Hybrid working model
- Pension scheme: Fully subsidized pension plan paid 100% by employer
- Culture: A dynamic, collaborative, and supportive work environment, with a balance of autonomy and teamwork
Please apply directly or reach out to Josh Braddon at josh.braddon@acre.com for more information
Sales and Structuring Associate
Professional Services
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Remote
EU - Remote working, work authorisation required
Are you passionate about using commercial skills to improve livelihoods?
VNV Advisory has been leading project development of community powered carbon programs, in areas of sustainable agriculture, social forestry, mangroves restoration, clean cooking, rural energy access and waste management for over 18 years.
These programs are focused on people collectives who are at the forefront of the climate crisis and are aimed at enabling livelihoods and adaptation at scale. Our work encompasses over 7+ million rural households and approximately 3-5 million hectares of agricultural land & forest areas across 15+ countries in South Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
They are looking for a talented sales professional to lead commercial activities and structure sell-side carbon transactions.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough market research to explore and evaluate market trends and potential client opportunities, providing crucial insights to guide sales strategy decisions.
- Structure sales models for client presentations.
- Proactively build a client portfolio by approaching potential leads, establishing strong relationships and attending events to network
- Identify sales opportunities by closely monitoring markets, analysing data, and devising effective strategies for successful sales execution.
- Contribute to the development of sales strategies and implement processes to achieve team goals. Account management of key clients
- Prepare detailed analyses and project presentations that regularly update clients and stakeholders on project status.
- Provide bi-monthly pricing information to clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of updates.
- Structure sell-side carbon transactions using various financial and commercial instruments.
- Work closely with the legal team to draft commercial agreement of projects under execution.
- Daily activities would include Liaising with sales support and lead gen to come up with a framework for market research for a list of potential clients/investors, understanding the current position of various projects to understand financing needs, and monitoring daily inventory reports to understand the liquidity position of the firm.
Key Requirements
- 2-5 years’ experience in B2B sales, business development, or similar roles involving direct client interaction and previous evidence of executed transactions
- Relevant experience and understanding of sustainability, environmental and carbon reduction products
- Excellent written and spoken English is required; proficiency in additional European languages is preferred
- Must be based in the EU region and have work authorisation.
- A bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or a related field
- Good understanding of Excel and financial arrangement methods in general
- Flexibility for frequent travel is required
- Demonstrated commercial mindset with solid sales and negotiation skills
- Strong commitment to climate action and the betterment of underprivileged communities’ livelihoods
- Familiarity with CRM software is a plus
What VNV offer
- Collaboration with global partners and organisations to address climate challenges
- The opportunity to make lasting impact by contributing to large-scale emission reduction and the promotion of a sustainable future
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in carbon sales and sustainability practices
- Remote working with 30 days paid leave per annum
If this opportunity speaks to you, please apply directly or reach out to Aysen Naylor at aysen.naylor@acre.com for further information
Director of Engineering
Industrials & Manufacturing
Houston, Texas, United States
On-Site
USD$180,000 - $220,000 +401K, Equity, Bonus
Acre has partnered with a rapidly growing business that has developed and commercialized a novel hydrogen production technology yielding never seen before industrial carbon emission reductions and economic advantages. This is a breakthrough invention that will change the world, and as they continue to grow and scale their commercial activities, a new role has opened.
The Director of Engineering will report to the Chief Operating Officer with dotted lines to the Chief Commercial Officer. The Director of Technical Proposals & Proposal Engineering will be responsible for owning the entire FEL process while serving as the techno-commercial SME supporting the Chief Commercial Officer.
Responsibilities
- Building out, expanding, and centralizing the Front End Loading (FEL) lifecycle. There are processes in place, but you are our expert responsible for perfecting them.
- Leading conceptual design efforts, overseeing FEL study execution, leading teams developing FEL deliverables, and leading negotiations and relationships with customers, vendors, and partners until signed order.
- Identify and manage risks throughout the FEL lifecycle. This is a startup where the future can't be certain, so having an understanding of when to take calculated and potentially aggressive risks is crucial.
- Mentoring colleagues and helping them improve their understanding of the FEL lifecycle
- Presenting technical proposals to customers alongside C-suite executives
What you'll bring
- An Advanced degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering with a minimum of 15 years of experience working in relevant industries (hydrocarbon processing, hydrogen production, industrial gas, biofuels, RNG, petrochemicals, etc.)
- Proven experience leading and managing the FEL process for multiple projects. First-hand conceptual design expertise is required (you can easily interpret and use process software like HYSYS, Aspen Plus, AutoCAD, etc.)
- Outstanding commercial aptitude, excellent vendor management skills, and a willingness to take on the challenge of commercializing a first of a kind (FOAK) technology
- Ideally experienced in working on one of the following technologies (not required): Steam Methane Reformers (SMR), Auto Thermal Reformers (ATR), Air Separation Units (ASU), Hydrogen systems, Syngas, gas separation, CO2 capture, ammonia, methanol, etc.
There are few positions in the sector that provide as high a level of visibility as this with such a great growth trajectory, and out of those available, an even smaller amount are with businesses developing true breakthrough technology.
If the above appeals to you and you believe your skillset aligns - apply directly to this position and/or reach out to Quentin Klein at quentin.klein@acre.com
Business Development Manager
Natural Resources
Paris, Île-de-France, France
On-Site
Are you a sales professional passionate about a net-zero carbon future? Do you want to work at the forefront of the Voluntary Carbon Offset market?
Removall Carbon is a Paris-based firm that specialises in impact carbon finance services, enabling organisations to achieve ambitious climate goals, while developing and structuring collaborative and tailored carbon funds and implementing rigorous and ambitious carbon offset programs.
The organisation brings deep knowledge of carbon offsetting projects and mechanisms, coupled with strong experience in financing ecological transition projects. The team strives daily to push the market towards greater impact and transparency by only supporting projects that have real, measurable co-benefits and equitable profit-sharing.
They aim to become a market leader in the provision of carbon solutions, designing innovative carbon funds and implementing rigorous carbon offset programs. The business development and client team play an important role by growing the client base across Europe.
To bring high-level expertise on carbon markets and nature-based solutions into the team, we're looking for a Business Development Manager with a track record of generating leads and new commercial opportunities in a B2B context.
As a Business Development Manager, you will be working on:
Lead generation and fostering client relationships
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Proactively engaging with the market to generate new leads and business opportunities for Removall.
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Leading on client management, ensuring that the business relationships you foster remain long-term, strategic, and commercial.
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Working on innovation; listening to clients and developing new products and service offerings that position Removall ahead in their field.
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Representing the company at high-profile national and international events to network with leading professionals in the field.
Extending global influence
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Contributing to the marketing strategy to spread Removall's voice in a rapidly expanding marketplace
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Developing understanding by implementing certain services and participating in key meetings with existing clients
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Contributing to the organization of professional events with global reach
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Developing market intelligence by conducting strategic, technical, regulatory, and competitive watches
As the ideal candidate you will possess
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Solid business development or sales experience towards the corporate/ financial markets.
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Track record of generating new leads and new business opportunities for the organisations you have worked with. Structured approach to business development.
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Experience in carbon markets is not required, however exposure to sustainability-focused markets would be highly appreciated.
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Excellent credibility and presentation skills - you'll be working with prominent key clients and expected to represent Removall towards senior stakeholders.
Interested?
Acre is supporting Removall Carbon in the hiring process for this position. If you would like to apply, please do so online, or direct any questions you have to Canace Wong at canace.wong@acre.com
Senior Power Electronics Engineer
Natural Resources
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
On-Site
Acre is currently working with a leading, innovative, well-funded startup who have a niche BESS product, specifically focussed on utility-scale solar energy specifically, based in Amsterdam. The founders are some of the most respected people in this space, with a wealth of knowledge between them working for some of the largest names in this space previously.
They're currently looking for a Lead Power Electronics Engineer to head up the design and development of their power electronics system.
Responsibilities
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Lead the design and development of power electronics for utility-scale BESS, including inverters and DC/DC converters.
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Collaborate with hardware engineers, product managers, and external partners to deliver high-performance solutions.
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Utilise MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, or similar tools for modelling and simulation.
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Develop and validate control strategies through HIL and SIL testing.
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Ensure regulatory compliance and stay ahead of industry advancements.
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Contribute to technical documentation for seamless integration.
Minimum Qualifications
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Master's degree in power electronics, electrical engineering, or control systems.
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5+ years of experience in power electronics and control software development.
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Strong knowledge of power conversion systems, topologies, and components.
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Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with microcontrollers.
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Expertise in HIL and SIL testing for robust control validation.
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Passion for renewable energy and sustainability.
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Willingness to travel 20-30%.
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Eligibility to work in Europe.
Benefits
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Competitive salary: €70,000 - €120,000 base, depending on experience.
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Equity/share scheme, offering long-term growth potential.
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Dynamic startup environment, with the opportunity to shape a cutting-edge product.
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Professional development support, including training and industry events.
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Collaborative culture, working alongside some of the most respected minds in the sector.
For more information please contact Josh Braddon at josh.braddon@acre.com
Climate Change & Energy Manager
Energy & Infrastructure
London, Greater London, England
Hybrid
Are you passionate about sustainability, climate action, and driving positive change to decarbonise an entire sector? Acre is partnering with a leading industry association to find a dedicated Climate and Energy Manager to join their team and advance environmental and social performance in the energy sector.
In this role, you'll collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, shaping the future of the energy transition. You will support their Climate Change Group, consisting of over 40 members, and you will set and monitor standards to decarbonise the sector.
Reporting to the Climate Director you will:
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Collaborate with stakeholders- Coordinate and liaise with stakeholders, consultants, and members to facilitate timely reports, publications, and key deliverables.
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Lead member engagement- Keep members informed about Climate Change Group activities and actions, while also responding to member queries and providing external resources.
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Coordinate and execute member group meetings- Organise and support both virtual and face-to-face meetings, webinars, and external workshops, with all member body organisations, ensuring smooth logistics and communication.
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Lead Data Analysis- Analyse data from all member participation to assess progress against targets and identify trends and areas for improvement.
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Develop content - working closely with the communications team to develop internal and external communications materials to keep website content up to date.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work with technical experts and a wide array of stakeholders from both the public and private sectors, providing exposure to various organisations and topics within the sustainable development space. To thrive in this role, you will already have the following:
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Proven experience in climate-related fields with a strong passion to further advance this work.
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At least 2 years experience in a business or non-profit environment, liaising with the corporate sector.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work with senior individuals and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong analytical skills to monitor trends and areas for improvement.
Compensation:
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A competitive salary.
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A comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare, and a generous annual leave entitlement.
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The opportunity to work in a purpose-driven environment to contribute to a sustainable future.
This is a superb opportunity to influence meaningful change within a company who are truly striving towards a more sustainable future.
For more information please apply and get in touch with Imogen Mattick at imogen.mattick@acre.com
Market Analysis
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