pTaylor Hopkinson is supporting an international renewable energy company in the appointment of a bGrid Connection Manager /b to join its Italian project development activities. /ppThe successful candidate will take ownership of the grid connection workstream across a portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy projects, with a particular focus on bsolar PV, BESS and hybrid assets /b. /ppThe role covers the connection lifecycle from initial grid assessment and connection strategy through to advanced development, construction interface, energisation and commercial operation. It is a hands-on position requiring strong technical knowledge of the Italian electricity network, combined with the ability to coordinate multiple internal and external stakeholders. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ulliLead the bgrid connection strategy /b for new projects, assessing available capacity, connection solutions, voltage levels, network constraints, reinforcement requirements and potential curtailment. /liliManage the preparation and submission of bgrid connection applications /b and the associated technical documentation to Terna and relevant DSOs. /liliOversee the different stages of the Italian connection process, including bSTMG/STMD activities, connection offers, contracts, fees, milestones and operator requirements /b. /liliBuild and maintain effective working relationships with bTerna, E-Distribuzione and other network operators /b, representing the company in technical discussions and resolving outstanding matters. /liliCoordinate external consultants and internal technical specialists undertaking bpower-system and grid studies /b, including load flow, short-circuit, reactive power, protection,



harmonic and dynamic analyses. /liliEnsure that projects remain aligned with the applicable bItalian grid-connection regulations and technical standards /b, including TICA, Terna Grid Code, CEI 0-16 and relevant ARERA requirements. /liliProvide technical input on the design of connection infrastructure, including bsubstations, transformers, MV/HV cables and lines, protection systems, metering, SCADA/telecontrol and plant control systems /b. /liliMonitor the bcost, schedule and risk profile /b of the grid workstream, identifying potential delays, additional network requirements and operational constraints and proposing mitigation measures. /liliWork closely with Development, Permitting, Land, Legal, Finance, Investment, Procurement, Engineering and Construction teams to ensure that grid-related activities remain coordinated with the wider project programme. /liliContribute grid expertise to bproject acquisitions, technical due diligence, investment decisions, financing and divestment processes /b, highlighting relevant risks, liabilities and development conditions. /liliSupport the transition from development into construction by ensuring an effective technical handover and supporting grid compliance, testing, energisation and activities through bCOD /b. /liliMaintain accurate documentation, trackers,



correspondence and records of interactions with network operators and provide regular updates to project development management. /li /ulh3Candidate Profile /h3ulliApproximately b5-8 years of professional experience /b in grid connection, power systems or renewable energy projects. /liliProven experience working on butility-scale renewable energy and/or energy storage projects in Italy /b. /liliPractical understanding of the Italian grid connection framework and experience dealing with bTerna and/or Italian DSOs /b. /liliKnowledge of bSTMG/STMD processes, TICA, Terna Grid Code, CEI 0-16 and relevant MyTerna/GAUDÌ procedures /b. /liliGood technical understanding of bMV/HV infrastructure, substations, transformers, protection and control systems, reactive power, metering and SCADA/telecontrol /b. /liliAbility to interpret and critically assess bsingle-line diagrams, connection offers, grid studies and engineering documentation /b. /liliExperience managing technical consultants, project timelines, budgets and multiple stakeholder interfaces. /liliStrong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate independently and interact confidently with network operators, consultants, EPC contractors and internal teams. /lilibFluent Italian and good professional English /b, both written and spoken. /liliStrong Microsoft Office skills. Knowledge of bAutoCAD and/or GIS /b is advantageous, as is familiarity with power-system modelling tools such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory or PSS®E. /liliAvailability to btravel within Italy /b as required and a valid driving licence. /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr

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