Grid Connections Manager

About Your New Employer

• A well-established international renewables developer with a strong pipeline of solar and battery storage projects across Ireland and other key global markets

• Known for taking projects from early development through to energisation, with a very high success rate through planning

• Offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with long-term growth, exposure to large-scale projects, and real influence on project outcomes

This is a business where technical expertise is genuinely valued, and where your input directly impacts the success of major renewable energy projects.

About Your New Job

As the Grid Connections Manager, you will take ownership of grid connection strategy across a portfolio of renewable energy projects in Ireland, with some exposure to UK projects where required.

You will be responsible for guiding projects from early-stage grid optioneering through to executed grid connection agreements, working closely with internal development teams and external network operators.

Key responsibilities include:

• Owning and delivering the grid connection strategy for a portfolio of solar PV and BESS projects

• Acting as the primary interface with ESB Networks and EirGrid, managing applications, negotiations, milestones, and payments

• Assessing and optimising distribution and transmission connection options, ensuring cost-effective, technically sound solutions

• Managing external consultants and specialist advisors to support grid applications where required

• Providing internal policy and strategic advice to protect and maximise the commercial value of the project pipeline

This is a highly influential role with clear responsibility, autonomy, and visibility across the wider development team.

What Skills You Need

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A strong understanding of grid connection processes, codes, and standards

• Proven ability to manage and negotiate with multiple stakeholders, including network operators and consultants

• Solid project management, commercial awareness, and decision-making skills

Experience Required

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related discipline

• 3+ years’ experience in a grid or connections-focused role within a DNO, TNO, power systems consultancy, IPP, or similar environment

• Experience interpreting and negotiating grid connection offers, managing costs, and de-risking programme and commercial impacts

• Working knowledge of ESB Networks and EirGrid connection processes in Ireland

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of major renewable energy projects in Ireland

• Long-term career progression within a growing international renewables business

• Competitive salary and benefits package (salary dependent on experience)

• Exposure to both solar and battery energy storage projects, with strong technical and commercial development

What’s Next

Apply now by clicking the “Apply Now” button, or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.

If this role isn’t quite right but you’re exploring similar opportunities in renewables, grid, or energy infrastructure, feel free to get in touch — we also have Temp, FTC, and Contract roles available.