Interconnection Manager – Grid Compliance – Battery Energy Storage – Remote UK with occasional travel – Contract to Nov 2027 – Outside IR35
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
Overview
We are currently working with an IPP soon to deliver two large-scale BESS projects in the UK. With the Connection Agreement already secured, you will lead grid-connection delivery and compliance, owning Grid Code/G99, ION/FON readiness and Elexon metering/settlements, while interfacing with NESO/NGESO, SPEN and delivery partners.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead grid-connection delivery and compliance from Connection Agreement to energisation/commissioning.
* Act as the primary interface with NESO/NGESO, SPEN and metering bodies.
* Plan and evidence milestones to achieve ION/FON, including hold points and witness testing.
* Deliver Elexon BMU registration, CoP compliance, MOP/DC/DA appointments, proving tests and MDD updates.
* Coordinate EPC/OE and subcontractors to fulfil Grid Code and permit requirements.
* Raise modification applications only if scope changes.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Proven UK interconnection delivery with DNO/TSO interfaces (SPEN/SSEN desirable).
* Track record across ION/FON, G99/Grid Code and commissioning.
* Metering registration and Elexon processes experience.
* Strong stakeholder management and document control.
Contract Details:
* Location: Remote UK, occasional London meetings every 2–4 weeks; travel to Scotland as required.
* Contract: To November 2027, with extension potential.
* Start: ASAP but can wait until the end of January
* IR35: Outside IR35
If you have carried out a similar role in the past and would like to play a critical part in delivering the UK’s largest BESS project to date then please reach out to roman.floyd@hunterphilips.com