At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver National Grid substation projects from start to finish.
- Company: Join a leading contractor in energy infrastructure with a strong growth trajectory.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, company car, private healthcare, and professional development.
- Other info: Be part of significant infrastructure projects and enjoy excellent career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the UK's energy transition while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management within power transmission and relevant qualifications required.
A leading contractor delivering major transmission and energy infrastructure projects across the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of National Grid substation projects across London and the surrounding regions. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated project professional with a strong background in high-voltage transmission infrastructure to join a growing business with a substantial pipeline of National Grid and energy transition projects.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading multi-disciplinary project teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead the end-to-end delivery of National Grid substation projects from pre-construction through to completion.
- Manage project programmes, budgets, resources, risks, and commercial performance.
- Act as the primary point of contact for National Grid, consultants, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with National Grid standards, project specifications, and contractual obligations.
- Oversee project planning, procurement strategies, and resource allocation.
- Lead and mentor project teams including Site Managers, Engineers, Supervisors, and subcontractors.
- Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions where required.
- Drive a strong health, safety, environmental, and quality culture across all project activities.
- Manage project reporting, forecasts, cost control, and client communications.
- Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with CDM regulations and company HSEQ procedures.
- Support business development activities and contribute to future project opportunities within the transmission and distribution sector.
- Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager, Project Manager, or equivalent leadership role within the power transmission or substation sector.
- Strong experience delivering National Grid substation projects, ideally up to 400kV.
- Excellent understanding of NEC contracts and commercial project management.
- Demonstrable experience managing multi-million-pound infrastructure projects.
- Strong stakeholder management and client-facing experience.
- Knowledge of National Grid standards, procedures, and project delivery requirements.
- Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- APM, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management qualification.
- National Grid Person.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Previous experience delivering transmission infrastructure, AIS/GIS substations, HVDC, BESS, or major power infrastructure projects.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary civil, mechanical, and electrical packages.
- Competitive salary of £80,000 - £85,000 per annum depending on experience.
- Company car or car allowance.
- Pension scheme.
- Private healthcare.
- Annual bonus scheme.
- Life assurance.
- Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities.
- Opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant National Grid infrastructure projects.
If you are an experienced Project Manager looking to play a key role in delivering critical energy infrastructure projects across the UK transmission network, we would be keen to hear from you.
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Senior Project Manager - Substations (National Grid Person) employer: Search
Join a leading contractor at the forefront of energy infrastructure projects in the UK, where you will have the opportunity to manage significant National Grid substation projects in London and the South East. With a strong commitment to employee development, competitive benefits including private healthcare and a pension scheme, and a culture that prioritises safety and quality, this role offers a rewarding environment for experienced project professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector.
