Head of Grid UK, Onshore Renewables

1 month ago


London, United Kingdom Taylor Hopkinson | Powered by Brunel Full time

Our client is an international IPP, headquartered in the UK and active across Europe. As part of their continued growth, they are looking for a Head of Grid in the UK, reporting to the international Head of Grid. This role will include building and leading a small team of Grid Connection Managers.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Grid Connection Manager to progress their career and take the lead on grid development strategy for the UK.

This role can be based in London or Edinburgh on a hybrid basis.

Responsibilities:

  • Leading grid development strategy in the UK.
  • Grid design and project management for onshore renewable projects.
  • Execution and advancement of substation, transmission, and distribution line projects for PV, onshore wind and BESS projects.
  • Supervision, follow-up, quality control, technical coordination, and documentation of consultants and subcontractors.
  • Building and leading a team of Grid Connection Managers.
  • Travelling around once per month to sites or other offices.

Requirements:

  • Academic degree in electrical engineering, renewable energies or similar with a focus on energy technology.
  • Professional experience with the UK ICPs and the National Grid ESO and/or Distribution Network Operators (DNOs and IDNOs) for at least 5 years.
  • Project management experience in grid connection of power plants from medium up to extra high voltage levels.
  • Secure understanding of all topics relating to energy technology and its components, including the associated civil engineering, concrete, steel and prefabricated construction, and electromechanical works.
  • A deep understanding of the European NC RfG (Network Code Requirements for Generators) and the implementation of UK grid compliance codes is essential.
  • CAD design knowledge in projects up to 400kV in the field of civil, steel construction, and switchgear design would be beneficial.
  • Some experience managing people or teams would be beneficial


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