Head of Grid Connections

PACE People; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

PACE People is supporting a leading renewable energy IPP in the appointment of a Head of Grid to join its Berlin team. The role focuses on owning grid connection activities across a portfolio of developments and coordinating with development, engineering and project delivery teams.

The candidate will lead grid strategy, manage TSOs and DSOs, oversee applications and provide technical guidance on grid studies and connection requirements as the portfolio expands.

Qualifikationen

• Significant experience in grid connection, transmission or power systems within the renewable energy sector.
• Strong understanding of German grid connection processes and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience engaging with TSOs, DSOs and regulatory bodies.

Aufgaben

• Lead grid connection strategy across utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Manage relationships with TSOs, DSOs and key industry stakeholders.
• Oversee grid applications, technical assessments and connection agreements.
• Provide guidance on grid compliance, network studies and connection requirements.
• Support development teams throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Identify and manage risks related to grid access, capacity and connection timelines.
• Lead and develop the grid function as the portfolio grows.

Kenntnisse

Grid connection

Transmission & power systems

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Jobbeschreibung

PACE is supporting a leading renewable energy Independent Power Producer (IPP) in the appointment of a Head of Grid to join its growing team in Berlin.

Our client is delivering utility-scale renewable energy projects across Europe and continues to expand its development pipeline throughout Germany. As the business grows, they are looking to appoint an experienced grid professional to lead grid connection strategy and support the successful delivery of renewable energy projects.

The Role

As Head of Grid, you'll take ownership of grid connection activities across a growing portfolio of renewable energy developments, working closely with development, engineering and project delivery teams to ensure projects progress efficiently from development through to construction.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading grid connection strategy across utility-scale renewable energy projects
• Managing relationships with Transmission System Operators (TSOs), Distribution System Operators (DSOs) and key industry stakeholders
• Overseeing grid applications, technical assessments and connection agreements
• Providing technical guidance on grid compliance, network studies and connection requirements
• Supporting project development teams throughout the full project lifecycle
• Identifying and managing risks relating to grid access, capacity and connection timelines
• Leading and developing the company's grid function as the project portfolio continues to expand

Who We're Looking For

We're keen to speak with professionals who have:

• Significant experience in grid connection, transmission or power systems within the renewable energy sector
• A strong understanding of German grid connection processes and regulatory frameworks
• Experience working with renewable energy developers, IPPs, utilities or engineering consultancies
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience engaging with TSOs, DSOs and regulatory bodies
• The ability to combine technical expertise with commercial awareness
• Previous leadership or team management experience is advantageous

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a leading renewable energy IPP with a strong pipeline of projects across Europe
• Lead a strategically important function within a growing business
• Work on utility-scale renewable energy developments from concept through to delivery
• Collaborate with experienced development, engineering and investment teams
• Play a key role in supporting Germany's energy transition