Technical Manager

Astute's Renewables Team are currently recruiting a Technical Manager to lead and coordinate the design function across a portfolio of renewable energy projects. You will provide technical oversight, ensure compliance with grid connection requirements, and act as the primary liaison between internal design teams, consultants, and external stakeholders including Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), ICPs, and regulatory bodies on a 12 months contract basis with an immediate start.

The day rate for the Technical Manager is from 550.00 to 650.00 per day outside of IR35.

Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

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  Oversee and coordinate all technical design activities across multiple renewable energy projects (solar PV, wind, BESS, hybrid systems).
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  Manage internal and external design teams (e.g., electrical, civil, structural, grid, and SCADA engineers).
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  Act as the primary technical interface with DNOs, National Grid, and third-party ICPs, ensuring timely and accurate grid connection applications and approvals.
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  Review, challenge, and approve design deliverables including SLDs, load flow studies, G99/G100 submissions, and cable layouts.
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  Ensure all designs meet regulatory standards (e.g., G99, ENA ER, BS/IEC standards) and project requirements.
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  Lead design reviews and HAZID/HAZOP workshops during pre-construction and construction phases.
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  Coordinate with project managers, procurement, and construction teams to ensure design intent is followed on-site.
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  Support technical due diligence processes for project development, acquisitions, and financial close.
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  Maintain design change control procedures and manage interface risks between disciplines.
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  Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering standards, templates, and QA/QC processes.
  

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Technical Manager position:

• UK wide position (Hybrid role)
• 550.00 to 650.00 per day outside IR35
• Immediate start date
• 12 months

INDREN

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