Environmental Advisor working on onshore wind projects across Ireland with SSE Renewables What did you want to do when you were 16? I wanted to be a farmer. I grew up on a farm and loved animals and the outdoors. I became a vegetarian quite young, much to my parents’ dismay, which meant that I didn’t want to send animals to the factory, so that made farming a difficult choice. Back then, I also wanted to see more of the world. Today, I’m living on the farm where I grew up and I work on wind farms, so it worked out well and I’m never too far from my wellies. What kind of qualifications do you need for your job? Secondary school was difficult for me, and I left school at 17 with poor Leaving Cert results. I repeated the Leaving Cert when I was 24 and then went on to college. From then on, I loved studying because I was doing what interested me and it was outside the traditional school environment. Now I have a BSc in Environmental Science from NUI Galway, an MSc in Ecosystem Conservation and Landscape Management from UCC and a PhD in Wetland Ecology from the University of Ulster, Coleraine. Before I joined SSE, I worked as an ecological consultant • and biodiversity officer.** What kind of career opportunities do you have? There are many opportunities in wind energy now, both in Ireland and internationally. The existing onshore industry is still growing, and the offshore industry is rapidly emerging as we aim to meet climate action targets by the end of the decade. It’s a great time to join the industry in any role. For me, there is potential to move within the industry to growing areas like offshore wind and sustainability. Ecology is my area of interest and expertise, so I’d like to stay close to nature and the outdoors in any future role. Best part of your working day? I work with a wonderful, diverse, and talented group of people. There is a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration across all teams and throughout the wider SSE group. I really enjoy visiting our wind farm sites, many of which are in remote and beautiful parts of the island. Something that might surprise people about your role? I think the diversity of the role is surprising. We deal with biodiversity and habitat management. We also implement environmental management systems and obligations, including waste management, emergency response, drainage, noise, shadow flicker, and many other environmental considerations. We work closely with other teams on environmental education programmes and are involved in offshore development, too. There’s never a dull moment. As part of obtaining planning permission for a wind farm, the project will typically have environmental conditions and require a Habitat Management Plan. An Environmental Advisor works closely with civil, mechanical, electrical engineers, and other specialists to ensure these conditions and plans are delivered. – Want to learn more about jobs in planning and sustainability? • An ecological consultant’s main role is to conduct ecological surveys for Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIAR) and other ecological assessments required by law for many developments under European and Irish law. Ecologists often specialize in areas such as flora, birds, bats, mammals, freshwater invertebrates, or marine ecology. The number and type of ecologists needed depend on the project. • * Biodiversity Officers work within local authorities to implement biodiversity strategies across all activities. They develop and implement the County Biodiversity Action Plan to identify and protect habitats and species of biodiversity value through cooperative management with landowners and stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Senior Accounting Manager job at IEA Management Services. Carmel, IN. Overview: Responsible for assisting the Controller in directing the day-to-day accounting functions of the company, including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, procedures, and initiatives, as well as overseeing the General Ledger accounting staff. Location : This position will be office-based, in our Indianapolis or Clinton offices: 10401 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46290; 3900 White Ave, Clinton, IN 47842. Company Overview MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors and White Construction, combines over 20+ years of renewable energy construction experience. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry. The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our industrial expertise includes building products manufacturers, decarbonization, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants and mining. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects and commercial buildings. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Responsibilities: • Analyze and reconcile various General Ledger accounts; direct correcting entries as needed • Review General Ledger account reconciliations prepared by accounting staff • Assist Controller with preparing, reviewing and submitting month end/year end work papers and monthly package • Assist Controller with supporting schedules and reports to meet month end/year end close deadlines • Interpret SOX guidelines to ensure accurate controls and segregation of duties are in place to meet compliance • Assist Controller with corporate requests as needed • Review necessary reports to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations • Prepare monthly Financial Statements for the Controller • Assist Controller with account mappings and submissions to HFM ensuring submissions are accurately reflected in Corporate Financial Statements • Assist Group CFO and Controller with other P&I Group SL projects as needed • Participate in the ongoing development and establishment of accounting policies and procedures, including the review and implementation of process and system changes • Assist HR, PM’s or Administration with various questions and report requests related to financial and operational info • Obtain and organize information for internal and external audits • Evaluate and recommend solutions for a more efficient and streamlined process in all accounting areas • Oversee record keeping of all leases and fixed assets including asset acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation, and amortization. • Assist in reporting, implementing, and maintaining controls and processes regarding any newly implemented accounting standards • Various other accounting duties as assigned by management • Direct Staff Accountants in completing daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual accounting tasks, as well as special financial or operational projects • Mentor Accounting Team Members (Staff Accountants, AP Specialists, Credit Card Specialists, AR Specialist and Accounting Interns) in completing daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual accounting tasks as well as special financial or operational projects • Evaluate and review the work assigned to Accounting Team Members • Assist in the employee evaluation process and making certain employee-related decisions, • Execute supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws • Interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work Qualifications: Qualifications • Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university • 7+ years of related experience • CPA certification preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities • Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected in the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working to the company’s Zero Injury principles • Strong computer skills, specifically Excel and either Viewpoint or Oracle • Extensive knowledge in all aspects of construction accounting • Ability to directly supervise multiple employees in the Finance & Accounting department • Proficient communication, interpersonal and organization skills along with an attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and professionalism • Ability to handle multiple tasks with simultaneous deadlines and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment • Strong analytical and problem solving skills • Ability to interact with multiple personalities at all levels within the organization • Ability to provide guidance to accounting team members in both technical and day-to- day functions • Read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations • Preparation of reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals • Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, auditors and business partners • Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form What's in it for You Financial Wellbeing • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care) Health & Wellness • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount • Discounted National Gym Membership Network Family & Lifestyle • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave • Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation • Employee Assistance Program Planning for the Unexpected • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage • Emergency Travel Assistance Program • Group legal plan Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at . MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team. Appcast (For Export): #appflash
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in Carmel, IN, typically begins with specialized training and education, combining hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while learning about the industry. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 60% job growth for wind turbine technicians from 2023 to 2033, with wind energy professionals in Carmel, IN, earning an average weekly wage of $234.13. Trade schools, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $61,770 annually for experienced professionals.
