Piper Maddox are exclusively supporting an energy storage platform with a rapidly expanding portfolio of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) assets. The business currently has more than 150MW of projects under construction or secured under exclusive acquisition agreements. Their strategic objective is to develop at least 500MW of operational BESS capacity, establishing the platform as a significant contributor to the UK's energy transition and a leading player in the energy storage market.Owned by its management team alongside a leading renewable infrastructure investment platform, and backed by a private equity infrastructure investor with approximately €1 billion of assets under management.They are looking for professionals with extensive experience in the utility scale BESS space in the UK, with whole project lifecycle understanding from development through to operation and maintenance with demonstrated experience in procurement and strong commercial acumen, as well as contracting, and risk allocation.

Piper Maddox are currently recruiting for a Payroll Director to join our client – a $1 Billion dollar manufacturing firm.In this role, you will be responsible for a number of things including: Overseeing end-to-end payroll operations (processing, time & attendance, tax filings, garnishments, prevailing wage compliance) and serve as SME/escalation point.Manage the entire Payroll team.Maintain prevailing wage rates and fringe benefit tables in line with federal, state, and county requirementsLiaise with DOL and third parties on prevailing wage and certified payroll compliance The ideal candidate will have a background similar to the below: A minimum of 5 years working within Payroll.Extensive experience with the UKG systems.Must have experience in a leadership, managerial or supervisory position.Experience with Mergers and Acquisitions is a strong plus.Experience with Unions will be extremely valuable. If this sounds like the kind of role you would like to be considered for, please follow the link and apply.

Grid Connections DirectorBESS Investor & Asset OwnerLondon (Hybrid)Up to £125,000 + BenefitsPiper Maddox is partnering with a leading investor and asset owner within the UK BESS market. With a portfolio exceeding 1.7GW and a well-established reputation for delivering high-quality energy infrastructure, the business continues to play a significant role in accelerating the UK's energy transition.The organisation provides specialist investment solutions across renewable energy, combining financial expertise with technical excellence to develop, construct and manage large-scale battery storage assets. As the portfolio continues to expand, they are seeking a Grid Connections Director to lead the strategic direction of grid connections across the business.This is a highly influential position, acting as the organisation's subject matter expert for transmission-level grid connections. You'll work across the full project lifecycle, with a particular focus on project delivery, construction and energisation, ensuring connection strategies are commercially robust and technically sound.Working closely with senior leadership, you'll shape connection strategy across the portfolio while maintaining key relationships with NESO, National Grid and Transmission Owners. You'll also collaborate with experienced internal engineering, development and delivery teams, giving you the support and resources needed to deliver major infrastructure projects.Key Responsibilities Lead the grid connection strategy for utility-scale BESS projects across the UK.Act as the primary point of contact with NESO, National Grid, Transmission Owners and other network stakeholders, negotiating connection offers and driving projects through key milestones.Provide strategic guidance across the full project lifecycle, from development through construction and energisation.Oversee transmission-level grid connections up to 400kV.Identify, procure and manage external partners, including ICPs, HV contractors and equipment suppliers.Support the delivery of substations, grid infrastructure and Owner's Engineer activities.Represent the business at key industry events and maintain awareness of regulatory and market developments. About YouWe're looking for a senior grid or electrical engineering professional with a strong background in the delivery of transmission-connected renewable energy projects.You'll ideally have: Extensive experience delivering grid connections for utility-scale renewable energy projects.Strong knowledge of transmission connections, construction and energisation.Experience working with NESO, National Grid and Transmission Owners.The ability to influence stakeholders and lead strategic decision-making at a senior level.Experience working on HV projects up to 400kV.The ability to commute to the London office on a hybrid basis. If you're looking for the opportunity to influence connection strategy across one of the UK's leading BESS portfolios, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to discuss the opportunity in more detail.