EXAMPLE SCENARIO

A Research and Development Director leads a team to find solutions to save resources when a typical offshore wind farm is constructed. Structural analyses are conducted with varying factors such as materials used, water depth, wave and wind constraints, etc. Data is collected, future trends and customers are analyzed, and the R&D team is designing and testing new solutions. The R&D Director ensures that objectives are being met, designs are in scope, and quality and standards are consistent.

TYPICAL TASKS ^SRC

• Supervise initiatives from product proposal to commercialization.
• Encourage researchers to be accountable, driven, consistent, and produce high standards and quality.
• Ensure projects are within the scope, budget, and timeline.
• Develop and implement policies, standards, or procedures.
• Present and explain proposals, reports, or findings to stakeholders.