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Head of Grid Connections - BESS & Solar
Job summary
An innovative energy firm in Greater London seeks a Head of Grid Connection to oversee grid connections for BESS and Solar projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will manage compliance with grid codes, develop connection strategies, and liaise with network operators. A deep understanding of the UK interconnection process is essential. Strong leadership skills and project management experience are required.
Qualifications
- Intricate knowledge of the UK interconnections process.
- Experience with grid impact studies and simulations.
- Proven ability to manage regulatory filings and interconnection agreements.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the design, planning, and execution of grid connection solutions.
- Ensure compliance with grid codes and technical standards.
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams in projects.
Skills
Head of Grid Connection – BESS & Solar
Leap29 have a fantastic opportunity which is available to oversee Grid Connections, T&D and interact with Distribution Network Operators for BESS & Solar interconnections across the UK.
The position is on behalf of a well finance IPP company, who have a strong pipeline of activity in England and globally.
The main responsibilities to this role will be:
- Oversee the design, planning, and execution of grid connection solutions.
- Ensure compliance with grid codes and technical standards.
- Supervise grid impact studies, load flow, short-circuit, and dynamic simulations.
- Evaluate grid stability, reliability, and connection capacity.
- Interface with transmission/distribution network operators (DNO/TSO). Liaise with National Grid and DNOs for grid connection agreements.
- Manage permit applications, interconnection agreements, and regulatory filings.
- Monitoring grid connection reforms and changes to grid connection process and policy as well as communicating these to the wider development team.
- Develop grid connection strategies to support long-term business goals.
- Analyze grid capacity and constraints in early project development stages.
- Advise on site selection based on grid availability and cost.
- Lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams, including engineering, legal, commercial, and construction.
- Manage timelines, budgets, and risks associated with grid connections.
- Maintain strong relationships with utilities, consultants, and contractors.
- Implement new technologies
This position requires a candidate with intricate knowledge of the UK interconnections process as well as economic and policy changes in order to successfully oversee UK interconnections.
If you are interested in this opportunity and have the required calibre of the role, please send your CV through to Rob Byrom.
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