Candidate profile: A chartered civil engineer had built major infrastructure projects but wanted a role with a direct connection to the energy transition and clearer long-term purpose.

Challenge

Although technically credible, the candidate lacked a formal renewables title. Employers were interested in the project record but uncertain about sector readiness, while the candidate did not want to take a step down merely to enter a new market.

Solution

Erdobar identified the transferable strengths that renewable developers value: programme governance, landowner engagement, contractor management and safety leadership. We coached the candidate for technical interviews, introduced them to a developer with a multi-country pipeline and supported relocation discussions early.

Result

The candidate became Programme Lead for a wind and solar portfolio spanning two countries. They joined at their existing seniority level, secured a structured development plan in grid connection and now lead a project team responsible for assets entering construction next year.

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