Grid Connection Manager

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company seeks an experienced Grid Connection Manager to lead the development of grid-connected renewable projects, including solar, storage, and wind. This full-time role offers a dynamic team environment and a competitive salary up to £110,000, based on experience. Key responsibilities include managing grid connection processes and mentoring junior team members while contributing to the UK's green energy transition.

Benefits

Dynamic and forward-thinking team environment

Significant career growth potential

Work on impactful renewable energy projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in grid management for utility-scale solar and/or wind projects.
• Strong understanding of grid infrastructure design and distribution/transmission networks.
• Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel for building models.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the grid connection process from project inception to construction.
• Manage grid connection applications and review connection offers.
• Conduct due diligence on grid-related opportunities.

Skills

Grid management

Grid infrastructure design

Communication

Teamwork

Financial modelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Renewable Energy, Engineering, or related field

Tools

DIgSILENT

AutoCAD

PVSyst

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A leading renewable energy company is seeking an experienced Grid Connection Manager to support the development and construction of large-scale, grid-connected renewable projects, including solar, storage, and wind. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in driving the UK’s transition to a greener energy future.

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

The Role

As a Grid Connection Manager, you will oversee the grid connection process from project inception through to construction. You’ll work closely with distribution network operators (DNOs), transmission operators (TOs), independent connection providers (ICPs), and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and assess new project leads, working closely with the Land team and DNOs.
• Manage grid connection applications and review connection offers.
• Design and specify grid infrastructure and substations, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Conduct due diligence on grid-related opportunities.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Engage with network operators, trade bodies, and technical stakeholders to drive policies that facilitate renewable energy deployment.
• Stay up to date with industry standards, implementing design and process improvements.
• Serve as the go-to expert for grid design and technical matters throughout project development and construction.
• Manage interactions with DNOs, TOs, and third-party contractors post-acceptance to ensure smooth project progression.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in grid management for utility-scale solar and/or wind projects.
• Strong understanding of grid infrastructure design and distribution/transmission networks.
• Proficiency in MS Office, with experience building models in Excel.
• Knowledge of protection communication requirements.
• Commercial awareness of how design decisions impact project profitability (financial modelling experience is a plus).
• Experience with DIgSILENT or similar power modelling tools (highly advantageous).
• Experience with AutoCAD and PVSyst for multi-megawatt solar PV projects (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Renewable Energy, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a structured approach to project execution.

What’s on Offer

• A dynamic and forward-thinking team environment.
• The opportunity to work on impactful renewable energy projects.
• A role with significant career growth potential as the UK accelerates its green energy transition.
• A salary of up to £110,000 depending on experience