HV Project Manager

We're champions of the North West and we're proud that it's our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.

A key part of the UK's journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West's electricity network operator, it's our responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all.

We're proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry's most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.

Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.

Our Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Lead / Construction Coordinator to join the Connections Major Projects Team. This role will be offered on a FTC for six months.

The post holder will manage a portfolio of Customer projects for electricity connections to our distribution network up to and including 6.6kV / 11Kv.

Ideally based in Preston, consideration could be given to Carlisle or Salford as a base.

A key focus of the role will be to take full ownership of a portfolio of Customer projects throughout the full project lifecycle, and deliver first class customer service in the provision and alteration of major electrical connections.

We are looking for a motivated individual with project management and operational skills / knowledge. You will be responsible for the management of the construction phase of the project, including but not limited to, work associated with new connections of demand and distributed generation projects, and diversions / reinforcement associated with new HV connections.

What we're looking for

• Experience of managing HV electrical distribution projects
• Experience of managing a portfolio of projects within the Utility sector
• Knowledge of technical and regulatory codes of practice
• Experience of customer facing project delivery
• Hold an ONC/HNC level qualification in Electrical Engineering (desirable)
• Have experience of Health & Safety Compliance
• Have proven programming and planning skills
• Be an excellent communicator with proven report writing skills
• Commercial astuteness and budget control management
• Risk & Issue management
• Excellent customer relationship and engagement skills
• Proficient user of MS Office Software

What we're offering
As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:

• An annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• Car allowance or Company Vehicle
• Private Healthcare
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

Our people are important to us and we're passionate about creating a great place to work where we can all be ourselves, reach our full potential and build long lasting careers. We're striving to increase diversity of thought and talent in our people and to recruit highly skilled workforce that's representative of the communities we serve. For us, embracing our differences is what makes us stronger.

Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at careers@enwl.co.uk or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2).

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.