Earthrise Energy Limited
Grid Connection Project Manager – 132 kV Substation & Solar PV Park
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We’re Hiring: Grid Connection Project Manager – 132/32 kV Substation & Solar PV
Location
UK-based, primarily remote with monthly travel to Hasland, Chesterfield
Contract
1 August 2026 to approximately 28 February 2027
Engagement
Outside IR35
Day rate
Competitive and dependent on experience
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Grid Connection Project Manager to oversee the delivery, adoption and energisation of a new 132/32 kV substation connecting a utility-scale solar PV park to the UK electricity network.
This is a senior client-side role involving the technical supervision of the appointed EPC/ICP contractor and close coordination with the DNO/Transmission Operator, asset owner, utilities, advisers and other project stakeholders.
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- Lead engineering and design supervision for the grid connection and substation works
- Manage the connection process through commissioning, adoption and energisation
- Coordinate the ICP during the design and construction phases
- Review designs, technical submissions and project documentation
- Lead technical meetings with utilities, contractors and stakeholders
- Produce design-review reports, meeting minutes and progress documentation
- Coordinate third-party technical advisers and support the asset owner
Essential Requirements
- Must be based in the United Kingdom
- Must be available to travel to Hasland, Chesterfield, at least monthly and when required at key project stages
- Demonstrable experience delivering 132 kV or comparable HV substations
- Proven UK grid-connection, DNO/Transmission Operator and ICP experience
- Experience within utility-scale solar, renewable energy or power infrastructure
- Strong technical, project-management and stakeholder-coordination capabilities
- Availability to commence on or around 1 August 2026
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Application
This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading role in delivering a significant UK renewable-energy grid connection through to successful energisation.
To apply, please send your CV, availability, required day rate and a brief summary of your relevant 132 kV substation and UK grid-connection experience.
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