Job Description

Grid Connections Manager
Chelmsford
Full-Time
43,000 - 72,000 £ / year (est.)
PCD330116

At a Glance

Tasks: Lead grid connection delivery for renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance and technical accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full grid connection process for solar PV and BESS projects from application through to energisation.
Liaise with DNOs, IDNOs, TSOs, and ICPs to ensure all technical, commercial, and regulatory requirements are met.
Review, interpret, and negotiate G99 applications, connection offers, and contestable/non-contestable scopes.
Coordinate with design engineers to ensure all electrical designs meet grid and system specifications (11-132kV).
Oversee technical documentation including SLDs, protection settings, and SCADA integration.
Support project delivery teams with grid-related risk assessments, scheduling, and technical input.
Manage stakeholder relationships with clients, consultants, and network operators.
Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations, the organisation, and the organisation standards.

Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, private healthcare, pension, and bonus opportunities.
Why this job: Make a real impact in the renewable energy sector while advancing your career.
The organisation: Electrical the organisation background with experience in grid connection activities.
Other info: Enjoy a hybrid work model with travel opportunities across the UK.
The predicted salary is between 43,000 - 72,000 £ per year.
The Grid Connections Manager will take full ownership of grid connection delivery across a portfolio of renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance, coordination, and technical accuracy from design through to energisation. This role will act as the primary interface between the EPC, DNOs, IDNOs, ICPs, and the organisation, overseeing all grid-related activities and providing technical support to both the design and commissioning teams.

Package
Competitive salary dependent on experience.
Private healthcare, pension, and discretionary bonus.
Clear progression pathway as the business continues to scale.
Eligibility
Applicants must live and work in the UK and hold full right to work. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
As a Grid Connections Manager with us, you will join a forward-thinking company dedicated to renewable energy, offering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our Midlands or North UK location provides a hybrid working model with site travel, ensuring flexibility while you contribute to impactful projects. We prioritise employee growth through clear progression pathways, competitive benefits including private healthcare and a pension scheme, and a supportive environment that fosters professional development.

Requirements

Electrical the organisation background (Degree or HNC/HND level preferred).
Proven experience managing grid connection activities within the renewable energy or power generation sector.
Strong understanding of DNO/IDNO processes, G99, G5/5, and ENA standards.
Experience working with generation assets such as solar, BESS, or wind.
Sound knowledge of HV/MV electrical design principles.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites when required.
Experience working for or alongside a DNO, ICP, or EPC.