At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project.

The project: EirGrid are the people behind Ireland’s electricity grid, and we have developed an ambitious business strategy to respond to the unprecedented level of change and opportunity in the energy industry. Our purpose is to transform the power system for future generations and our primary goal is to manage the Island’s electricity sector on sustainability and decarbonisation.

Our future has never looked more exciting. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of it. EirGrid have an exciting opportunity for a customer focused technical and motivated individual to work in EirGrid’s customers and connections function to enhance the customer experience.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

Safety first - Going home safe and well
Client focus - Deliver on our promise
Integrity - Always do the right thing
Create opportunity - For our people to excel

You’ll be responsible for:

We now have an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercially focused individual to join our customers and connections function to enhance the customer experience.
As Senior Connection Contracts Specialist, you will prepare and manage contracts for large scale generators, energy consumers and suppliers connecting to and/ or using the transmission system in Ireland and for supporting the development of associated regulated policy and contractual terms
In this role you will, oversee the preparation and issuance of transmission use of system (TUoS) offers for customers using the transmission system and co-ordinate the contract management of all connection and transmission use of system contracts to ensure compliance and that all parties meet their contractual obligations. You will also ensure contractual obligations are met in accordance with approved regulatory connection policy.
This position is a senior member of the team, key to success in this role is collaboration as well as liaising closely with and maintain good working relationships with other parts of EirGrid Group, the Regulatory Authorities, the Distribution System Operator (DSO), customers and other stakeholders.

The Team:

The infrastructure office within EirGrid comprises highly skilled professionals with backgrounds in engineering and business/commerce. The Infrastructure Office is responsible for leading the development and delivery of the power system and interconnection investment programmes, in collaboration with partners, customers and communities.
The Customers and Connections function prepares and manages contracts for connection and use of the transmission system in Ireland and develops related connection policy as the industry evolves. The team also manage the close collaboration with industry customers and related stakeholders who are key for the achievement of renewable targets, the continuation of sustainable economic growth, supporting security of supply and the transition of decarbonise the Irish power system. The team continually seek opportunities to develop collaborative ways of working with industry to drive better outcomes for all.

You’ll need to have:

Relevant engineering/technical degree or equivalent qualification with 4+ years relevant experience working in a regulated environment, ideally the energy sector.
Excellent interpersonal skills along with the ability to work collaboratively across business areas with a proven ability to influence others.
Strong customer and commercial awareness.
Excellent communicator, with the ability to quickly grasp technical and or commercial concepts and articulate these concepts to non-technical audiences and business leaders.
Broad understanding of the technical and commercial aspects of the power industry, including connecting customers and those using the transmission system.
Proven experience of effective external stakeholder engagement and management in a complex environment and with an ability to drive successful outcomes.
Ability to work to deadlines under pressure and manage multiple stakeholders.
Strong ability to guide, persuade and influence others through developed skills of communication and diplomacy. Experienced in resolving contentious disputes through mediation.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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