Senior Connection Contracts Specialist

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

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 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.

Key to success in this role is collaboration, working with industry and teams across 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.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Applying advanced H&S expertise and promote inclusive, supportive team culture.
• Managing delivery of key assignments, ensuring alignment with programme objectives.
• Preparing and manage contracts, costings and connection offers.
• Overseeing complex contract portfolios and ensure full compliance.
• Building strong stakeholder relationships and deliver high‑quality customer service.
• Managing risks, governance requirements and support net‑zero commitments.
• Innovating, collaborating and enhancing best‑practice performance across teams.

You’ll need to have:

• Degree‑qualified with 4+ years’ experience in large infrastructure projects and strong power‑industry understanding.
• Excellent communicator with proven ability to influence, resolve disputes and engage diverse stakeholders.
• Strong commercial, analytical and problem‑solving capability with innovative, quality‑focused delivery.
• Professional development preferred, with awareness of sustainability impacts and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all 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 with-in the role.

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