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Head of Networks (Power Systems)

North England & Scotland

£90-£100K


The Networks and Innovation team is divided into three sections, each of which specialises in a particular area of consulting work: Data Science, Networks, and Innovation. A full-time Head of Networks with technical proficiency in power system planning and analysis and a firm grasp of the GB power system is what we are searching for. An accomplished power systems engineer with managerial experience who is eager to guide a developing group of driven engineers providing power systems services in the dynamic utility industry is a good fit for this position.


Responsibilities:

  • Identify new business opportunities and areas for growth
  • Maintain a healthy pipeline of work for the department
  • Promote a collaborative and high-performing team environment within the department
  • Creating and organising Framework agreements with important clients
  • Recruiting and training to guarantee the department has the necessary skills to complete projects
  • Leading, mentoring, and developing consultants within the department
  • Staff development and line management
  • Including this in the yearly business plan for the N&I team
  • Sharing expertise and providing thought leadership
  • Representing the division, team, and organisation at networking gatherings, conferences, and seminars


Qualifications:

• An electrical engineering degree, or a degree in another pertinent field

• More than eight years of experience in the regulated energy sector

• Previous experience working for a consulting firm

• Expertise in power systems analysis and network modelling

• Demonstrated experience managing and directing technical teams with more than ten members

• Overseeing sizable engineering initiatives

• A business understanding of consulting projects, which includes establishing and following project budgets, carefully examining and comprehending contractual commitments, and identifying and reducing commercial risks

• Prior experience in client-facing roles and company development

• The capacity to interact with clients and build enduring, mutually beneficial relationships

• Currently pursuing or has attained chartered status


If you or anyone in your network is interested, please send your CV to

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