Grid Connection Manager, Onshore Wind

Full Job Description

Our client is an international renewable energy company, with a strong track record in Europe, and plans to become a leading company in the UK. They are looking for an experienced Grid Connection Manager to manage the application process for onshore wind projects across the UK, and provide technical support to the wider team on grid related elements throughout the project process.

The Position

The connection manager will be responsible for managing grid connection application processes for projects across the UK from origination until commercial operational date.

The connection manager will support on Identifying new grid opportunities within TSOs and DNOs to complete and submit grid connection applications. The connection manager will also provide technical support to the team related to all grid elements during project progress.

As main activies, the connection manager will be:

• Responsible for grid connection applications from planning to submission.
• Engaging all electrical consultants and support internal budget process related to grid costs analysis.
• Engaging with DNOs and National Grid from submission until plant is fully commissioned.
• Working alongside existing origination team members, in particular with the GIS analysts and Business development project managers.

The Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate will have experience working with DNOs and/or National Grid or have relevant electrical knowledge from similar IPPs or renewable development companies.
• Required qualified degree in a electrical engineering discipline or related degree and show knowledge and experience in creating SLD drawings.
• Understanding of G99 connection procedures is a requirement.