Grid Connection Manager

Grid Connection Manager Independent Power Producer (IPP) UK remote with regular travel Circular Resourcing are working with a leading European IPP looking to recruit a Grid Connection Manager to oversee delivery of a portfolio of solar &BESS projects across the UK. There will also be responsibilities for working with the development team on new opportunities within the pipeline. Salary: negotiable - £90k - £115k plus bonus / benefits – potentially negotiable The role will can be based remotely – there will be regular travel expected out to sites across the UK and monthly visits to HQ in London. THE ROLE The Grid Manager will be responsible for delivering the Interconnection projects of Construction Pipeline on time, budget, and to our quality and Health & Safety standards. You will support the execution of the UK construction projects and be responsible for all the construction reporting, schedule, budget management/forecasting and cost control, progress, construction document management, etc. The role requires interaction and coordination with EPC’s, ICP’s, DNO´s on-site personnel, and multiple business units. RESPONSIBILITIES Project Management of multiple Interconnection utility scale projects Full ownership and responsibility for the delivery of each project on time, budget, and to our quality and Health & Safety standards Management of EPC’s, ICP’s, and internal and external stakeholders Negotiating EPC / ICP contracts Project Based Reporting on: Construction progress, contractor performance, tracking budget and forecasting, quality inspections, H&S, etc. Negotiate ICP/EPC Contracts Control and manage the development and approval of the engineering and design of the projects Control equipment manufacturing schedules Support Development and M&A activities with relevant E&C input Run RFP’s for upcoming construction progress Desired Skills Comprehensive understanding of UK grid connection processes, regulations, and standards Strong knowledge of renewable energy technologies, with a focus on solar and energy storage systems Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Flexibility to travel to various project sites as needed along with a valid driver's license and clean driving record