Senior Connection Contracts Specialist

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in June, subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

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

The project:

The role is within the chief infrastructure office of a semi-state organisation in Ireland. The role holder will prepare and issue strategic level connection contract offers to new and existing customers connecting directly to the transmission system and to the distribution system operator for those connecting indirectly to the transmission system via the distribution system. The role holder will also oversee the preparation and issuance of transmission use of system offers for customers using the transmission system and coordinate the contract management of all connection and transmission use of system contracts to ensure compliance and that all parties meet their contractual obligations.

Key to success in this role is collaboration, working with industry and teams across the client to drive out appropriate solutions to a range of complex technical and commercial issues. Building and maintaining strong professional relationships both externally and internally, as well as having the people skills to influence others and to find workable solutions, is key to success.

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

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will be a leading advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability, and project compliance standards.
• You will possess advanced technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to the project portfolio.
• You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• You will manage the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
• You will prepare contract documents, warranties, bonds, and licenses to achieve formal execution by appropriate parties.
• You will prepare costing associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities, and client charges, and present these to clients.
• You will use your technical and industry expertise to process connection applications and prepare and issue connection offers to parties seeking to connect to the transmission system and to the Distribution System Operator for generators seeking to connect to the distribution system, incorporating key elements of technically focused reports into standard connection contract templates.
• You will provide a professional, quality, and consistent contract service to customers connecting to and using the transmission system. This includes managing a significant portfolio of complex, high-profile, and diverse customers and connection projects – working with some of the largest companies in the world.
• You will manage a high volume of complex contracts for transmission-connected generators/demand customers, using in-house systems.
• You will monitor contractual compliance to ensure clients and their customers meet their contractual obligations.
• You will build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure delivery against objectives.
• You will collaborate effectively to continuously improve contracts so they remain fit for purpose and related work procedures, ensuring effective and efficient performance to deliver contractual obligations in accordance with the regulatory framework and with appropriate corporate governance.
• You will act as the main point of contact with customers on contract-related issues and deliver the highest standard of customer service at all times.
• You will liaise with other teams to understand customer requirements.
• You will coordinate and host meetings between customers and the client.
• You will work with team members to meet key performance indicators for connection offers.
• You will support team leads in identifying and managing risks arising from the offer process and contract management activities.
• You may attend and present to relevant boards with client managers and directors as required.
• You will train and support other team members as needed.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

• You will manage operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, in accordance with contracts with contractors.
• You will work collaboratively towards the net-zero carbon transition, sharing responsibility for managing associated emissions and reductions during project delivery.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, clients, and the planet, and hold others accountable for upholding Mace values.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

• You will develop effective working relationships and seek opportunities to improve practices.
• You will actively network, innovate, and learn from best practices, utilizing Mace's knowledge resources.
• You will apply problem-solving and analytical skills to resolve contract and procurement issues within the consultancy practice.

You'll need to have:

• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification, typically with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• A broad understanding of technical and commercial aspects of the power industry.
• Strong customer and commercial awareness.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others across business areas.
• Experience in resolving disputes through mediation and guiding, persuading, and influencing others.
• Proven stakeholder management skills and commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication skills to explain technical and commercial concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong analysis, judgment, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make prompt decisions.
• Experience in innovating and collaborating to enhance business performance.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• A passionate, engaging approach with a drive to deliver client strategy.
• Flexible working skills to prioritize demands and activities professionally.
• Ability to work on own initiative and attention to detail.

You'll also have:

• Professional membership or working towards it, e.g., MRICS/RICS, or equivalent.
• Developed commercial and financial acumen.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations impact projects.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from diverse candidates. Even if you do not fulfill all criteria, please apply as you may be the best fit for this or other roles. We are open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

---