EHV Project Construction Engineer SAP in Kent, Maidstone

This EHV Project Construction Engineer SAP will report to the Lead Field Engineer and will work within Capital Programme and Procurement based covering our Kent region. You will be a permanent employee.

You will attract a salary of 84,160, car/car allowance and a bonus of 3%. If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check.

Close Date: 24/08/2026

We also provide the following additional benefits:

• 23 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.
• Reservist Leave – Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid.
• Simply Health / Private Medical Cover.
• Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%).
• Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan.
• Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes.
• Occupational Health support.
• Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Job Purpose:

The Project Engineer's role is to deliver the engineering activities within their allocated project team. To undertake the delivery of Construction requirements relating to the UK Power Networks owned assets and associated infrastructure under the direction of the Construction Manager as part of the Investment Delivery team.

The Project Engineer will work with and support the Project Managers, Commissioning Engineers and other members of the Investment Delivery Management team in the delivery of Business objectives and future budget identification and delivery.

Work with the Project Supervisors, electrical fitters and Contractors to undertake and complete the construction and delivery of a portfolio of projects in a safe and efficient manner. The Project Engineer will ensure delivery of Capital works Construction projects, Asset Portfolio Plan and Connections as directed by the Construction Manager, oversee the management of substation and cabling construction works. The position holder will work with team members to ensure high standards of safety management are maintained throughout all activities during the delivery of the engineering tasks following the UK Power Networks Stay Safe initiative.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Delivery of the Construction programmes for the UK Power Networks owned assets operating at voltages through the range 400V to 132kV.
• Work with the Project Managers to ensure that all programmes of work are delivered to time, budget and quality drivers.
• Work with Project Supervisors and EHV fitters to ensure the delivery of all electrical engineering activities.
• Help manage budgets relating to the construction delivery and meet ongoing goals.
• As a team member work to ensure that UK Power Networks goals are achieved especially in the areas of Staff engagement and Client satisfaction.
• Observe UK Power Networks Operations and Procedures.
• Operate HV Distribution Protection Systems.
• Test and Commissioning of HV Distribution System.
• Maintain the Control and Protection Systems.
• Ensure compliance with CDM and UK Power Networks Health and Safety policies.
• Develop site specific H,S & E procedures.
• Compliance with UK Power Networks quality policies.
• Operate and update Asset database in respect of project activities.
• Responsible for both reactive and planned construction activities.
• Carry out fault investigation and repairs as required.
• Modify equipment and drawings to ensure the efficient operation of the substations.
• Ensure compliance with the distribution safety rules during all activities.
• Supervise all contractors/staff working on site.
• Undertake additional activities commensurate with the job level and competency.

Main Duties:

• Co-ordinate daily construction and maintenance activities with Client / Principal Contractor's ensuring programmes are met.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and raise Purchase Order request in coordination with Finance & Governance team.
• Change Management – ensure early warning notices etc. are brought to the attention of the Project Manager / Commercial Manager & Stakeholders.
• Provide technical support and act as point of reference for the Construction team.
• When deputising for the Construction Manager deliver team briefings, give feedback where necessary.
• Identify potential project risks/opportunities (raise awareness within team/company).
• Working unsocial hours when required to respond to faults on system.
• Assist the Construction Manager in the development of the ongoing Asset Portfolio Plan.
• Represent UKPN when required at meetings with clients and contractors.
• When undertaking engineering activities manage the team of employees and contractors for the successful delivery.
• When undertaking engineering activities manage the compliance with all H&S procedures such as Putting People to Work and Distribution Safety Rules.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• Senior Authorised Person as defined by the Distribution Safety Rules – Preferable 132kV or 33kV however training will be provided to achieve this level of authorisation if authorised at 11kV.
• Experience in distribution systems through the range 400v to 132kV.
• Educated to a minimum HNC level qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of distribution HV Systems.
• Knowledge of Building Services Systems.
• Read schematic drawings and understand content.
• Identify problems, understand important issues and investigate alternatives.
• Hold full driving licence.

Desirable:

• A broad understanding of UK Power Networks directorates.
• Travel around the Capital Programme's SPN portfolio of projects.
• Relevant Safety Qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH.

Health & Safety Responsibilities:

Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment.

Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied.

Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used. If in doubt ask!

We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to be themselves. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If you meet the essential criteria and believe your skills, experience or transferable strengths could make you a great fit for the role, we’d love to hear from you. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to help.

If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at careers@ukpowernetworks.co.uk quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.