Principal Grid Connections Manager

Statkraft • Full-time • Glasgow • 2m ago

Company Description

Statkraft is Europe's largest generator of renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power. We have 6000 employees in 20 countries. We have been making clean energy possible for over 125 years, with unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy.

Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution.

Job Description

As the Principal Grid Connections Manager, your core duties will include:

Overseeing the entire lifecycle of grid connection contracts, from initial development to final contracting and the ongoing management of agreements.
Directly managing a dedicated team of grid connections analysts, developers, and specialists.
Assisting the Wind, Solar, Hydro, Greener Grid Parks, and Hydrogen development teams in broader business development tasks, such as stakeholder relationship cultivation, cost and connection modeling, benchmarking, KPI development, and implementing strong governance and internal assurance to deliver reliable services to development teams.
Administering the application and modification processes for grid connection agreements, coordinating with internal teams, technical support, legal advisors, NGESO, and Transmission Operators to meet all deadlines and achieve strategic objectives.
Managing grid security payments and liabilities, working with procurement, accounting, and external parties to ensure payments are timely, assessed, and contested when necessary.
Ensuring compliance with all key grid connection deliverables, payments, and obligations.
Establishing and promoting best practices and governance across various functions by providing the necessary processes and systems to back development services activities.
Keeping up-to-date with industry developments through event participation, consultation responses, and industry representation.
Serving as the central point of contact for all grid connections workflows, ensuring that team members receive adequate training, development opportunities, responsibilities, and support to empower both the team and individual members to meet their goals.
Generating effective management information and reports for all internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

University degree in a relevant field
Held a senior role with extensive knowledge of the renewables industry
Skilled in grid connections, especially for major renewable generation projects
Familiar with the regulatory regimes and the operational challenges of electricity transmission and distribution systems
Well-versed in recent grid connection initiatives, including reforms, queue management, and Holistic Network Design
Proficient in managing budgets, stakeholders, and functions with varying priorities and deadlines
Adept at developing and overseeing business processes, systems, documentation, and reporting
Experienced in using and enhancing analytical tools such as Power BI, Microsoft Office/Project, ArcGIS, and other data analysis software
Previous line management experience or a demonstrated passion for leadership and people development
Strong team player with excellent communication, influence, and relationship-building skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English with a high level of attention to detail
Proactive problem-solver
Confident and personable, eager to work in a dynamic team environment

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
Hybrid working
Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.