From project development and construction to commissioning, operations and maintenance, Atlas NextWave provides the specialist expertise, workforce solutions and local knowledge needed to deliver renewable energy projects worldwide.
Renewable energy projects bring together complex technology, evolving regulations, ambitious schedules and increasingly competitive talent markets. Every phase requires different expertise, from development and engineering to construction, commissioning and long-term operations.
When specialist skills are unavailable, projects can lose momentum. Atlas NextWave helps clients anticipate workforce needs, access hard-to-find expertise and build teams capable of turning renewable ambitions into operating assets.
We support developers, investors, EPCs, manufacturers and operators with specialist workforce solutions across four key areas of the energy transition.
Offshore Wind
Specialist expertise across development, engineering, construction, installation, commissioning, operations and maintenance.
Onshore Wind
Workforce solutions for project development, construction, asset operations, maintenance and repowering programmes.
Solar
Professionals supporting utility-scale solar projects from development and design through construction, grid connection and asset management.
Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
Technical, commercial and operational expertise for BESS development, engineering, construction, commissioning and long-term optimisation.
Whether you are strengthening a development team, mobilising construction specialists or preparing an asset for operations, our Renewables experts can build a workforce solution around your project. From hard-to-find specialists to complete project teams, no challenge is too complex. We bring the knowledge, creativity and courage to find a way forward and keep your project moving.
Renewable energy markets develop at different speeds and under different workforce regulations. Talent availability, employment structures, compliance requirements and local expectations can vary significantly between countries and regions.
Atlas NextWave combines international specialist networks with local market knowledge to help clients enter new territories, scale existing projects and build compliant workforces. When a project requires us to go further, we have the courage and creativity to find the right route forward. Wherever the opportunity emerges, we are ready to move with it.
Renewable energy projects need different people at different moments. We support clients with specialist expertise from the earliest investment decisions through to long-term asset performance.
Investment and finance
Leadership and specialist talent supporting investment strategy, due diligence, capital raising and project finance.
Project development
Expertise across site assessment, consenting, commercial strategy, stakeholder engagement and project management.
Engineering and procurement
Technical professionals supporting design, grid connection, supply chain management and procurement.
Construction and commissioning
Project teams and site specialists helping assets move safely from construction into operation.
Operations and maintenance
Long-term technical and operational expertise focused on reliability, performance and asset optimisation.
Repowering and decommissioning
Specialists supporting asset-life extension, technology upgrades, repowering and responsible end-of-life activity.
Renewable energy projects move fast, but workforce compliance cannot become an afterthought. Employment structures, tax, social security, insurance, visas, certifications, site access and health and safety requirements must all be addressed before mobilisation. Atlas NextWave builds these considerations into the workforce solution from the beginning. Our teams help clients reduce risk, protect their people and maintain project momentum across different markets and jurisdictions. The result is a workforce that is not only ready to start, but properly prepared to perform.
From landmark wind developments and utility-scale BESS projects to strategic leadership appointments, discover how Atlas NextWave helps clients build the teams that turn renewable ambition into delivery.
Our specialists combine deep sector knowledge with local market insight and international talent networks. Whether you are building a leadership team, mobilising a major project or entering a new market, they are ready to help you solve your next workforce challenge.
Laura Smith
Strategic Business Unit Director
Laura Smith
"Based in Bristol, Laura Smith is our Strategic Business Unit Director for Global Workforce Solutions, helping clients solve complex staffing challenges through scalable, compliant workforce solutions worldwide."
Justine Pool
Business Director
Justine Pool
"Business Director Energy Transition & Renewables EMEA at Atlas NextWave, based in Barcelona, Spain."
Carl Blundon
Strategic Business Unit Director
Carl Blundon
"Strategic Business Unit Director for Asia, leading regional growth and client partnerships from Taiwan."
Warren Reid
Business Director
Warren Reid
"Business Director at Atlas NextWave in Aberdeen, specialising in Renewables and Energy Transition."
Jim Caldwell
Strategic Business Unit Director
Jim Caldwell
"Jim leads our Australia & New Zealand operations, drawing on extensive senior leadership experience in the offshore energy sector."
