Grid Manager – Renewable Energy Developer (Solar & BESS)
A Grid Manager is sought by an established renewable energy developer who develops, finances, builds, and operates a range of Renewable Energy, Energy storage assets across the UK.
Joining the Project Development team, you will lead key aspects of the grid connection process for its rapidly growing portfolio of energy infrastructure assets.
The successful Grid Connections Manager will play an essential role in securing grid capacity, coordinating with iDNOs and DNOs, selecting and managing ICP partners, and supporting the progression of projects in development.
The developer currently has over 2GW of projects in the development pipeline (solar and BESS) and 240MW under asset management including 7 solar sites that have been developed in-house in addition to hundreds of commercial and domestic roof-top installations. Their ambition is to scale this portfolio significantly and they’re well placed to do so having raised significant capital. Assets currently under development include Solar and BESS. In addition there is a strategy to enter overseas markets.
Location – The Grid Manager role is hybrid, working 2-3 days in the office and the remainder remotely.
Role and Responsibilities:
Assess the suitability of grid for early-stage projects
Submit G99 applications
Assess technical viability and parameters of G99 offers and scrutinise connection costs and connection dates
Lead Grid Offer negotiations with iDNOs/DNOs on pricing, milestones and payments
Serve as company point of contact for all iDNO/DNO communications
Manage ICP tender processes including establishing scope of work, reviewing responses and selecting contractors
Provide technical support during project construction
Develop and maintain relationships with industry leading ICPs
Identify and review emerging technologies and techniques to optimise new projects
Develop and manage cost estimation throughout the project development process
Grid Connections Manager requirements:
3+ years involvement in grid connection development
Participation in and leading grid connection processes in the UK (e.g. National Grid, DNOs)
Electrical Engineering or similar university degree supplemented by industry experience
Strong ties to key industry players, iDNOs and DNOs, ICPs
Knowledge of market-standard construction and equipment costs
Renewable energy experience preferred
Experience of working in overseas markets desirable
Mint selection are a trusted Clean Energy Recruitment Specialist with an extensive network and deep sector knowledge. We are an independent who support our clients and candidates through the full life cycle of Energy project; development, build, finance and operations. We’re known for building high performance teams that cover analyst to senior leadership, executive and Director level appointments.
Our recruitment strengths lie within the clean energy market, providing the latest energy jobs in; Renewable Energy (Wind Power, Solar PV, Wave & Tidal, Hydro, Biomass, Waste-to-energy, Geothermal, CHP), Battery Energy Storage, Fast Response, Hydrogen Production & Storage, Cleantech, Demand Response / Flexibility, Transmission & Distribution, Electric Vehicles and Vehicle Infrastructure.
Core areas we support include; Renewable Energy Investment Management, Energy Project Finance, Structured Finance, M&A, Renewable Energy Project Development, Construction, Operations, Engineering, Commercial Management, Procurement, Asset Management, Portfolio Performance, Risk Management, Trading & Optimisation, Quantitative Analytics and Data Science.
We enjoy a diverse client-base including; Private Equity Investors, Project Developers, Independent Power Producers, Institutional Investors, Banks/Lenders, Utilities, Energy Conglomerates, Equipment Manufacturers, EPC Contractors and advisory businesses that work throughout the United Kingdom and European Union, in particular, England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Spain, France, Poland and the Netherlands