Senior HV/EHV Project Manager - Major Grid Infrastructure Projects
Contract: Permanent
Duration: Long-term project programme
Start Date: To be confirmed
Salary: Competitive salary + performance-linked bonus + car allowance
Location: UK based - Hybrid working
Turner Lovell are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior HV/EHV Project Manager to lead the delivery of major grid infrastructure projects across the UK.
The role will involve the delivery of high-voltage and extra-high-voltage infrastructure up to 400kV, including battery energy storage systems (BESS), HVDC, substation upgrades and major grid connections. Projects will support distribution network operators, National Grid and large-scale data centre developments, with responsibility for managing contracts from tender through to energisation and final account.
You will take ownership of one or more high-value contracts, working closely with engineering, commercial and construction teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the full project lifecycle from tender and design through to procurement, construction, commissioning, energisation and handover
Manage HV/EHV infrastructure projects up to 400kV, including BESS, HVDC, substation upgrades and grid connections
Act as the primary point of contact for clients, network operators, contractors and wider project stakeholders
Manage NEC3/NEC4 contracts, including early warnings, compensation events, change control and final accounts
Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts, variations and payment applications, maintaining commercial accountability
Coordinate subcontractors, engineers, design consultants and specialist technical teams
Oversee commissioning activities, factory and site acceptance testing, switching arrangements and energisation planning
Ensure relevant technical documentation, protection and control requirements and grid connection approvals are in place
Manage project governance, programme reviews, risk registers, cost forecasts and reporting
Ensure compliance with CDM 2015, ESQCR, relevant ENA standards and applicable Grid Code requirements
Promote high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance across all project activities
Provide technical input into tenders, feasibility studies and project planning
Requirements
Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within HV/EHV power infrastructure
Strong technical understanding of substations, BESS, HVDC, protection and control systems, and grid connection processes
Experience delivering projects within live network environments
Demonstrable experience managing multidisciplinary engineering, construction and commissioning teams
Strong commercial experience managing NEC3/NEC4 contracts, including compensation events, change control and final accounts
Experience managing project budgets, cost forecasts and overall financial performance
Understanding of commissioning, switching and energisation processes
Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience working alongside network operators, contractors and major end clients
Chartered Engineer status, or actively working towards chartership, would be advantageous
Experience delivering projects for National Grid, hyperscale data centre operators, offshore wind clients or Tier 1 electrical contractors would be beneficial
Familiarity with Primavera P6, SharePoint or common data environment platforms would be advantageous
This is an opportunity to take ownership of major HV/EHV infrastructure projects, working across technically complex grid connections and energy infrastructure programmes, with responsibility spanning engineering, commercial management and project delivery.
Benefits include a competitive salary, performance-linked bonus, car allowance where applicable, matched pension contributions, annual leave, health and wellbeing benefits, funded training and professional development opportunities.
Senior Project Mananger in London employer: TURNER & LOVELL LIMITED
Turner Lovell is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises safety and innovation in the renewable energy sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals on a high-profile Battery Energy Storage System project near Edinburgh, enhancing your skills while contributing to sustainable energy solutions. The company fosters a culture of teamwork and excellence, ensuring that every team member plays a vital role in achieving project success.
