Description We would like to add a Managing Consultant to the Green Transition "Industrial" team, to contribute and expand all aspects of our work and lead our service offerings on industrial decarbonisation, including commercial sectors. This recruitment is for an engineer and/or a strong technical background with >8 years' post-graduate experience. This role requires a strong blend of business development and work delivery, with an expected split of approximately 50:50. The successful candidate will be partially utilized across both areas, contributing to technical delivery while actively engaging in business development activities. A key expectation is leadership in proposal development, including drafting technical content, budgets, and methodologies to secure new contracts and grow our industrial decarbonisation portfolio. Responsibilities Work as part of a multi-national, collaborative team of energy and climate consultants, engineers and economists, often taking leadership roles to: Win, manage and deliver energy and climate technical assistance contracts for private and public sector clients, taking a lead in industrial decarbonisation. Manage project teams and subcontractors, taking responsibility for meeting client needs within quality, time and cost constraints. Promote the company at client meetings, events, networking groups and through social media channels by providing thought leadership content on pertinent topics. Build and maintain relationships with key clients. Lead and manage research, analysis, technical assistance and evaluation projects in energy-intensive sectors, focusing on low carbon and energy efficiency solutions. Conduct technical assessment of grant applications involving complex industrial decarbonisation and energy efficiency projects, including their technical setup, commercial arrangements, project delivery, risk management and cost proposals. Conduct on-site audits at industrial and commercial facilities to assess participant compliance with programme requirements. Engage with grant programme participants to assess, monitor and report on their development progress. Where needed, develop ad-hoc solutions within strict programme constraints to overcome potential risk and challenges participants face. Maintain appropriate records / uphold quality assurance integrity. Lead business development activities. Mentor and provide direction to junior staff in the course of their work Basic Qualifications Fluency in spoken and written English Bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical discipline related to decarbonisation Experience winning and successfully delivering energy, decarbonisation and climate related projects for private and public sector clients. Expertise in industrial decarbonisation, including fuel switching (from natural gas to clean hydrogen) and large scale carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS). This to include relevant market economics and applicable low carbon technologies. Extensive project and proposal management experience Proven ability to communicate effectively with external and internal stakeholders. Proven experience of professional report writing. Experience with commercial deployment of low carbon technologies in industrial applications. Knowledge of the applicable UK/EU energy and climate policy framework. Strong qualitative and quantitative analysis capability. Proven capability for processing, managing and presenting data. Proven high degree of determination to meet customers' needs. At least 8 years' professional experience. Preferred: Masters' degree in engineering or related discipline Technical experience with decarbonisation solutions, CCUS, hydrogen application and/or smart grid solutions (e.g. decentralised energy network system, storage technologies, demand-side response, integration of renewable technologies and zero emission vehicles) and their commercial deployment would be a distinct advantage Ability to lead and work within multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary consulting teams spread across several countries and time zones. Application of industrial decarbonisation solutions to solve client needs Line management experience in a professional consulting environment Experience implementing climate / sustainable energy financial mechanisms High proficiency in Excel, VBA and relevant online tools to optimise operational processes. Project management experience, ideally backed up by relevant training and / or certifications, such as Prince 2, PMP, PMI, etc. Green Transition services concern the achievement of net zero emissions targets and low carbon transition in Europe and Asia. We provide decision-makers with evidence on impacts, advice on how policies are working and analysis of the likely effects of proposed policies. Our work is 'subject matter heavy', involving in-house experts including energy and environmental engineers, natural scientists, finance specialists, geographers, economists and related disciplines. Our services include: energy and climate programme management; evidence base and grant administration; support to clean energy investment funds; technical and cost/benefit analysis services; energy and climate policy dialogue; international technical cooperation, monitoring and evaluation services; energy efficiency auditing, and support for climate communications, including citizen engagement and climate diplomacy. We are active in energy efficiency, industrial decarbonisation, low carbon technology deployment, renewable energy, sustainable finance, climate resilience and biodiversity. Our clients include national governments, the European Commission, development banks and the private sector, across our locations, which are UK, Belgium, India, Nepal, China and Canada. For example, we are currently working on: Technical and economic analysis to underpin decarbonisation, energy efficiency and renewable incentives and policy initiatives. Implementing grant support programmes for small to large scale industrial decarbonisation and energy efficiency projects and studies. Ecodesign and labelling regulations for a wide range of energy-using products Implementing financial mechanisms to deploy innovative renewable energy and low carbon technologies at large scale Scope 1, 2 and 3 emission reporting and climate risk assessment for commercial clients Conducting technical on-site audits at industrial and commercial facilities. \indeed \LI-CC1 About us: Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. Learn more about what we do (https://www.icf.com/) and our commitment to inclusion (https://www.icf.com/company/about/diversity-inclusion). The benefits of joining ICF: Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you'll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well. We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role. To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support. We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called 'You Matter', which awards points as a 'thank you' for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee. ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include: Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions. Dental insurance and an online GP service. 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service). Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution Life assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick. Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay. Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. London (GB80)