At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a major renewable energy project, managing delivery from construction to commissioning.
- Company: Join a leading engineering firm focused on innovative grid stability solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible home-based work, and opportunities for long-term projects.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity with potential for career growth in a dynamic industry.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the renewable energy sector while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects and strong stakeholder communication skills.
Location: Home-based with travel to project in Scotland (approximately twice per month) and occasional visits to client offices in Northeast England.
Rate: £600 - £650 per day outside IR35
Duration: Initial 12-month contract (rolling), with a minimum 2-year programme and potential 4-year project duration
Start Date: ASAP / July 26
Turner Lovell are recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering and infrastructure organisation delivering a major grid stability project in the UK energy sector. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a large-scale project based in Scotland. This role will focus primarily on the mechanical and electrical delivery aspects of the project, working closely with the principal civil contractor whilst taking ownership of programme, cost, risk, stakeholder management, and overall project execution. The successful candidate will provide senior leadership throughout the project lifecycle, supporting installation activities scheduled to commence in January 2027.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the successful delivery of a major grid stability infrastructure project from construction through to commissioning.
- Take overall responsibility for programme management, cost control, project reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
- Manage and coordinate the mechanical and electrical scope of works, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
- Act as the primary interface between the client, contractors, engineering teams, and key project stakeholders.
- Oversee project risk management, change control processes, and mitigation strategies.
- Ensure project delivery meets all safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor project performance against schedule and budget targets, implementing corrective actions where required.
- Provide regular progress updates and reporting to senior leadership teams.
- Drive collaboration between multidisciplinary project teams and supply chain partners.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager delivering major power, transmission, utility, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of project controls, including programme management, cost management, forecasting, and reporting.
- Background managing complex mechanical and electrical installation projects.
- Experience working within EPC, principal contractor, utility, or major infrastructure environments.
- Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills.
- Demonstrable experience managing project risks, opportunities, and commercial considerations.
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive project delivery across geographically dispersed sites.
- Knowledge of high-voltage transmission infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
For further information or to apply, please contact Hope Brown at Turner Lovell - JBRP1_UKTJ
Senior Project Manager employer: TURNER & LOVELL LIMITED
Turner Lovell is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration within the renewable energy sector. With a focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and leadership roles in large-scale projects, all while supporting a flexible home-based working environment with travel to Scotland and Northeast England. Join us to be part of a meaningful mission that contributes to sustainable energy solutions and enjoy competitive rates alongside a supportive team atmosphere.
