Connections Manager
Vantage Data Centers
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: United Kingdom
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About the role
- Oversee and manage the entire process of connecting new and existing data centres, generators, or developments to electricity, gas, and heat networks
- Negotiate, draft, and oversee contracts with network operators, suppliers, clients, and other stakeholders
- Monitor contractual obligations, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring all parties adhere to agreed terms
- Maintain robust contract records, documentation, and risk management systems for all energy connection projects
- Coordinate and communicate with legal teams and senior management to align contract terms with organisational objectives and risk appetite
- Take ownership of the complete application and delivery process for energy connections, from feasibility assessment through commissioning and final handover
- Conduct thorough assessments of network capacity and technical feasibility for proposed connections
- Oversee project budgets and milestones, ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery and contract compliance
- Provide regular updates and reports on contractual status, project progress, and risks to management and stakeholders
- Drive continuous improvement in connection and contract management processes, seeking efficiencies and enhanced client satisfaction
- Ensure all activities are compliant with health, safety, and environmental standards relevant to energy network connections and contract management
Requirements
- Degree in Engineering, Law, Business, or a relevant field; advanced qualifications advantageous
- Proven experience in contract negotiation and management within the energy sector, ideally across the EMEA region
- Strong understanding of legislation, codes, and regulatory frameworks governing energy networks and commercial agreements
- Experience working with network operators, clients, and legal teams to deliver complex, multidisciplinary projects
- Prior experience with a utility, transmission grid operator, or large-scale construction company is highly advantageous
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and detail-oriented approach to contract and project management
- Strong organizational and time management capabilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of health and welfare benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid leave exceeding local expectations
- Recognition and training opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
contract negotiationcontract managementproject managementrisk managementfeasibility assessmentbudget managementenergy network connectionsregulatory frameworkslegislationmultidisciplinary project delivery
Soft skills
negotiationcommunicationinterpersonal skillsanalytical skillsdetail-orientedorganizational skillstime managementindependent workcollaborative workcontinuous improvement
Certifications
degree in Engineeringdegree in Lawdegree in Businessadvanced qualifications