Are you a high-energy engineering, business, or construction management graduate eager to launch your career in one of the most vital, fast-growing technology sectors in the world?
We are looking for a Graduate / Junior Project Manager to join our delivery team across the London and Kent regions. In this role, you will be directly involved in managing complex, high-stakes electrical infrastructure projects, including uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, standby generators, high-voltage/low-voltage distribution, and critical power management systems for data centres, healthcare facilities, financial institutions, and critical public infrastructure.
You will work alongside senior project managers, learning how to engineer, procure, schedule, and execute mission-critical power installations where 100% uptime is mandatory.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Support & Delivery: Assist Senior Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and executing mission-critical power projects from pre-construction through to final commissioning and hand-over.
- Site Coordination: Conduct site visits across London and Kent surrounding M25 region to inspect progress, coordinate subcontractors, monitor health and safety compliance, and check installation quality.
- Documentation & Governance: Prepare and update key project documentation, including Method Statements and Risk Assessments (RAMS), project schedules, submittals, variation logs, and Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
- Commercial & Financial Admin: Assist with budget tracking, purchase orders, subcontractor payments, and cost forecasting.
- Stakeholder Management: Act as a clear communication channel between internal engineering teams, clients, main contractors, equipment vendors, and site personnel.
- Supply Chain Management: Track equipment lead times, coordinate deliveries, and manage site logistics to maintain project timelines.
Key Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Degree (BSc / BEng / MSc) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience/HND).
- Location & Mobility: Based in or within easy commute of London or Kent, with a valid UK Driver's Licence and willingness to travel to client sites across the region.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, or BIM tools is a strong plus.
- Mindset: Proactive, inquisitive, resilient under tight deadlines, and passionate about critical infrastructure and modern power systems.
- Right to Work: Unrestricted right to work in the UK. No sponsorship offered.
What We Offer
- Structured Progression: Clear career path from Junior Project Manager to full Project Manager.
- Flexible Work Model: Combination of office work, remote working, and active site visits across London & Kent.
- Benefits Package: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, competitive pension scheme.
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Junior Project Manager employer: JD Recruitment Solutions
As a leading power solutions specialist, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety, innovation, and collaboration. Our employees benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring continuous growth in their careers while working on impactful projects across the UK and Europe. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and offers a supportive environment for meaningful contributions.
