Job Description
Project Director – Power Projects (Transmission & Distribution)
A Tier 1 contractor is seeking a Project Director to lead the delivery of major power infrastructure projects across Scotland, supporting long-term frameworks with key transmission clients.
Location: Glasgow / Central Belt, Scotland
Salary: £100,000 – £120,000 + Car / Allowance + Bonus + Package
Working pattern: Hybrid (3 days site / office, 2 days home)
The Opportunity
You will work on large-scale grid reinforcement and upgrade schemes forming part of the UK’s Net Zero strategy, delivering critical improvements to the transmission network.
Project Scope
Projects focus on high-voltage transmission infrastructure, typically including:
- 400kV / 275kV / 132kV substations (new build and upgrades)
- Overhead Line construction and refurbishment
- Underground cable installations and grid connections
- Integration of renewable energy into the transmission network
Typical schemes range from £100m to £1bn+, delivered through multi-year frameworks across Scotland.
Role Overview
As Project Director, you will act as the accountable lead for project delivery, responsible for:
- Full lifecycle delivery: ECI, design, construction and commissioning
- Commercial performance, programme management and risk
- Leading multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, commercial and operations
- Managing client and stakeholder relationships within regulated environments
Key Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of £100m+ power projects as No.1 on the scheme.
- Drive programme performance across design, procurement and construction.
- Manage interfaces across substations, OHL and cable packages.
- Oversee NEC contract delivery, including risk and cost control.
- Lead stakeholder engagement with clients, consultants and supply chain.
- Ensure compliance with CDM, HSEQ and transmission standards.
Required Experience
- Proven delivery of major infrastructure projects (£100m+).
- Experience in Power & Energy, Utilities, Rail, Highways, Aviation, or Environmental / Flood Defence.
- Experience within a Tier 1 contractor or major project environment.
- Strong working knowledge of NEC3 / NEC4 contracts.
- Demonstrable leadership of large, multi-disciplinary teams.
Highly Desirable
- Experience in Transmission & Distribution.
- Exposure to OHL, substations or high-voltage infrastructure.
Project Director - Power Projects (Transmission & Distribution) in Glasgow employer: The Resolute Group
Join a leading Tier 1 contractor in the Energy sector, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering significant projects across Scotland. With a strong focus on employee development, this role offers hybrid working arrangements and a supportive work culture that values environmental stewardship and compliance. Enjoy competitive benefits including a generous salary, car allowance, and bonus opportunities, all while contributing to meaningful infrastructure initiatives in the beautiful Inverness area.
