Senior Grid Connections Manager

Comanos is working with a client who develops large scale solar, BESS and wind power plants across the UK. They are well capitalised with a rich project pipeline, and they are looking for an exceptional Senior Grid Connections Manager to manage and lead their grid intel and connection processes. The Senior Grid Connections Manager will liase with management, as well as build a strong relationship with the Distribution and Transmission Operators and System Operators to resolve complex engineering challenges and secure grid capacity.

Day to day responsibilities:

• Managing the project pipeline through communications with DNOs and NGESO throughout the project lifecycle and tracking developments as well as completing all applications.

• Sourcing and securing information for grid capacity suitable for PV, Wind and BESS projects.

• Communications with DNOs and NGESO on budgets, pre-app meeting and upcoming developments.

• Completion of ENA's G99 and G98 application forms.

• Analysing technical drawings on technical design, layout, site optimisation and other site considerations.

• Supporting due diligence for potential project acquisitions.

• Supporting ICP ad EPC procurement processes.

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Required skills and qualifications:

• Electrical Engineering degree (a masters in Powers systems a plus)

• Excellent knowledge of REMA (Grid reforms)

• Previous experience in a technical grid connection role related to electricity projects.

• Experience working on renewable energy projects (ideally solar, wind and BESS)

• Knowledge of Grid Code/ENA G99 and G98.

• Great communications skills and ability to liase with stakeholders, network operators and grid specialist consultants.

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Benefits:

• £75,000 - £80,000 based on experience

• Healthcare

• Flexible Hybrid working

• Lots of growth and development opportunities

• Join a company that invests in their people