Job Title: BESS Development Manager Location: UK-wide/Remote with Travel Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient BESS Development Manager to lead and manage the technical execution and coordination across all phases of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in bridging project development, engineering, construction, and operations to ensure successful and compliant delivery of energy storage solutions. This is a multidisciplinary role involving technical design, vendor evaluation, stakeholder engagement, grid integration, and continuous improvement, ideally suited to candidates with a strong background in electrical engineering, energy storage systems, and power system integration. Key Responsibilities: Pre-Development Phase - Technical PlanningEvaluate, compare, and recommend appropriate BESS technologies and configurations based on project-specific requirements (e.g. duration, capacity, environmental conditions).Develop preliminary system design concepts and configuration plans to meet grid code and project performance objectives.Coordinate early-stage grid compliance assessments with DNOs, TSOs, and grid consultants, ensuring feasibility and risk mitigation from the outset.Development Phase - Design and ProcurementDefine detailed technical specifications for BESS systems, SC