Grid Connection Manager
Petroplan are pleased to be recruiting a Grid Connection Manager on behalf of a well-established European Developer based in Milan.
The successful candidate will be managing projects related to interaction between users (PV, battery storage, windfarms & etc.) and the grid, and ensuring that projects are delivered efficiently (within scope, cost and time). Act as the focal point for technical, commercial and regulatory issues surrounding grid compliance, and grid connection for transmission and distribution networks.
Main responsibilities
- Strong technical knowledge of HV and MV connection work in Italy.
- Strong knowledge of the requirement for grid code compliance, TSO/DNO connection procedure and administrative authorizations required for connection of renewable plants in the Italian market.
- Manage Technical Advisors and Consultants to support Grid and Delivery related activities across Italy.
- Provide the cost estimates and grid connection delivery timescales to business development teams.
- Manage and be responsible for the process of grid applications ensuring they are submitted in a timely manner and progress through the DNO/TSO and National processes without delay.
- Negotiate and develop grid connections design that reduce installation time and cost whilst maintaining or improving plant.
- Develop and maintain excellent relationships with the TSO/DNO design and delivery teams ensuring the company's projects progressing smoothly through the project life cycle.
- Review the technical designs submitted by HV/MV contractors or EPCs to company requirements and to achieve cost efficiency without compromising quality.
- Be responsible for "grid intelligence" and implementation of new connection methods arising from the Italian TSO/DNOs policy changes and changing industry standards.
- Develop and maintain relationships with HV/MV contractors and EPCs to drive performance and ensure they deliver their services.
- Develop and maintain relationships with the Italian TSO's and DNOs' design and delivery teams ensuring projects progressing smoothly through the project lifecycle.
- Negotiate and develop grid connections design that reduce installation time and cost whilst maintaining or improving plant performance.
- Provide technical assistance during project development and ensure the factors influencing and influenced by the grid connection are considered.
- Carry out technical due diligence and risk assessment on grid connection conditions/agreements offered by the Italian TSO and DNOs (Terna and Enel).
- Manage Technical Advisors and Consultants to support Grid and Delivery related activities across Italy.
- Develop and maintain relationships with the Italian TSO and DNOs to support the grid application and delivery process.
- Manage and be responsible for the process of grid applications ensuring they are submitted in a timely manner. Progress through the Italian TSO's, DNOs' and national requirements and processes without delay.
- Proven Managerial skills.
Requirements
- 5 years involvement in medium to large-scale (10-50 MW) interconnections of power generation projects.
- Participation in and leading interconnection processes in Italy.
- Strong ties to key industry players.
- Knowledge of market-standard construction and equipment costs.
- University Degree in Electrical Power Systems and/or Electrical Engineering.
- Excellent use of Italian and English Language.
- Excellent use of Microsoft Office suite.
- Candidates with additional qualification in renewable energy (especially RES) would be advantageous.
About Petroplan
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.
Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.
In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.
Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
