Senior Project Manager (HV Substations) Location: Didcot (Major Project in Lancaster) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Car Allowance + 10% Matched Pension I'm recruiting on behalf of a leading infrastructure and energy business seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major GIS high-voltage substation project from concept through to commissioning. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering critical power infrastructure that supports the UK's energy transition.
The Role
You'll take full responsibility for project delivery, ensuring performance against programme, budget, safety, quality, and contractual requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the delivery of a major HV substation project. Managing NEC4 contracts, change control, compensation events, and commercial performance. Overseeing construction activities and subcontractor management within HV environments. Driving programme delivery, cost control, risk management, and reporting. Acting as the primary interface between clients, suppliers, and internal teams. Promoting a strong health, safety, and environmental culture.
About You
You will have: Degree qualification in Engineering, Project Management, or similar. Proven experience delivering HV substation, transmission, or distribution projects. Strong NEC4 contract knowledge. Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams. Excellent programme, commercial, and stakeholder management skills. Strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
Desirable:
APM, PRINCE2, or PMP qualification, with a civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering background. Package Competitive salary Annual bonus Car allowance 10% matched pension 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Option to buy additional leave Life assurance Excellent career progression opportunities If you're an experienced Senior Project Manager looking to work on high-profile energy infrastructure projects, apply today for a confidential discussion...
Senior Project Manager in Didcot employer: First Recruitment
FIRST is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering extensive benefits such as private medical insurance, generous annual leave, and wellness stipends. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to lead a high-performing team while collaborating with global brands and leveraging innovative commercial strategies in a vibrant environment across major cities like London, New York, and Singapore.
