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Location: Cornwall, U.K. (Flexible/Hybrid)
Salary: 90,000 + DOE - Training - Career Progression - Great Benefits
Company Overview
My client is a market leader in the design, construction, and operation of Solar Photovoltaic (PV), Wind Turbine, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across the UK. Our industry-leading, in-house team of engineers, planners, and project managers delivers a full 360-degree service-from feasibility to operation-ensuring each project is efficient, compliant, and future-ready. This unique approach enables us to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving renewable energy sector.
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and highly organised Grid Manager to support and lead grid connection activities across our expanding portfolio of wind, solar, and BESS projects throughout the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of the renewable energy industry and influence the future of clean energy infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the entire grid connection process from feasibility through to energisation
- Provide technical input into grid applications and early-stage cost estimations
- Engage with DNOs, TOs, NESO, ICPs and IDNOs on a regular basis
- Critically assess and review grid connection offers, identifying technical and commercial risks
- Monitor and report on policy and regulatory changes within the grid connection landscape
- Manage the grid compliance process throughout project lifecycles
- Collaborate with OEMs to develop effective testing and compliance strategies
- Support contract negotiations with technical and compliance expertise
- Strong understanding of the UK's transmission and distribution networks, including regulatory frameworks
- Proven track record in delivering grid connections for renewable power generation projects
- Experience in power system modelling and compliance testing procedures
- Commercial awareness and experience in producing accurate cost estimates
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
What We Offer
- A key role in the growth of an industry-leading renewable energy business
- Opportunities to work on high-impact projects nationwide
- A supportive, forward-thinking team environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
