At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead pre-construction for major EV charging projects and ensure smooth project delivery.
- Company: Dynamic company focused on high-voltage infrastructure and renewable energy.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, remote work flexibility, and opportunity to work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and shape the future of sustainable energy infrastructure.
- Qualifications: Extensive project management experience in electrical utilities and HV infrastructure.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Major Projects Pre-Construction Manager to support the successful mobilisation and delivery of high-voltage (HV/EHV) infrastructure projects across the UK. This is a key role within a growing delivery function, supporting complex electrical infrastructure schemes including substations, grid connections, renewables, large-scale solar, and data centre projects. The successful candidate will take ownership of the pre-construction phase, ensuring projects are fully prepared for delivery and handed over efficiently to operational teams.
The position requires someone comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple workstreams, and collaborating with internal teams, ICP/DNO stakeholders, and external delivery partners.
Key Responsibilities- Act as the primary point of contact for pre-construction enquiries and design coordination
- Develop, review, and maintain accurate pre-construction programmes
- Gather and validate site and technical data to enable accurate estimating and project mobilisation
- Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external partners to ensure readiness for construction
- Establish and manage project communication systems, documentation control, and reporting structures
- Maintain project status reports and monitoring tools
- Attend project meetings to understand scope, constraints, and delivery requirements
- Support the preparation of pre-energisation documentation
- Provide operational and commercial reporting, including progress against programme and budget
- Support payment milestones and liaise with Project Managers regarding commercial status
- Assist in project development documentation, design submissions, and stage gate approvals
- Undertake additional tasks as required to ensure successful project mobilisation and delivery
- Extensive project management experience within the electrical utilities sector
- Experience of HV/EHV infrastructure (33–132kV or above) including substations and grid connections
- Experience working with or alongside ICPs and/or DNOs
- Proven experience managing complex, multi-million-pound infrastructure projects
- Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle from feasibility through to energisation
- Experience in programme management and forecasting (P&L, progress vs target, budget tracking)
- Knowledge of Streetworks, permits, and utility regulations
- Competence in MS Project (or equivalent project management software)
- Strong stakeholder and client management capability
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
- Excellent organisational and coordination skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to adapt to technical and non-technical audiences
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and collaboration platforms
- Project Management qualification (PRINCE2, APM, PMI or equivalent experience)
- SMSTS
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Full UK Driving Licence
The successful candidate will:
- Be comfortable operating across complex HV infrastructure environments
- Understand what “good” looks like in major project mobilisation
- Be proactive, detail-driven, and commercially aware
- Thrive in collaborative, multi-stakeholder environments
- Be flexible and adaptable to varying project requirements
If this is of interest please apply on LinkedIn or email george.taylor@everec.co.uk
Pre-Construction Manager (Major Projects) - EV Charging - Remote - Contract (Outside IR35) £400pd to £500pd in Leigh employer: EVEREC
As a leading player in the electrical utilities sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to excel. With a focus on professional development and collaboration, our remote working model allows for flexibility while engaging in impactful projects that contribute to the UK's transition to sustainable energy. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team where your expertise in major projects will be valued and rewarded.
