Grid Connections Manager

Grid Connections Manager - ICP / 33kV to 132kV Location: Hybrid (South of England or UK wide) | Type: Permanent We're partnering with a fast growing platform building a multi site solar/BESS portfolio. You'll be the linchpin for route to connection, shaping strategy from feasibility and budget/firm offers through contestable delivery, turning complex ESO/DNO constraints into clear execution plans that protect programme and yield. What you'll do

• Lead grid strategy: feasibility, AFEs, offer negotiation, Mod Apps, SoW, curtailment and route to energisation.
• Own relationships with ESO/DNO/IDNOs; steer approvals and contestable works to schedule.
• Oversee HV design interfaces (substations/cables) and unlock site access/logistics.
• Translate technical constraints into commercial decisions and portfolio risk dashboards.
• Create a repeatable playbook to scale connections across concurrent schemes.
You'll bring
• Deep UK grid connections experience (G99, ICP delivery, 33kV to 132kV substation/cable packages).
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder skills, from network operators to exec teams.
• Ability to read SLDs, challenge designs, and simplify complexity for decision-makers.
High impact on value and timelines; genuine ownership of critical path outcomes. How to apply Message us with your most complex connection to date and how you got it over the line. Seniority level
• Mid-Senior level
Employment type
• Full-time
Industries
• Services for Renewable Energy
  
  Strong negotiation and stakeholder skills, from network operators to exec teams.
• Ability to read SLDs, challenge designs, and simplify complexity for decision-makers.
High impact on value and timelines; genuine ownership of critical path outcomes.