Project Manager - EV Infrastructure Energy & Solar · London ·

Location: Hybrid working, with one day per week in our London office

Salary: Competitive plus bonus

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Perfect for someone who enjoys delivering infrastructure projects, building strong stakeholder relationships and playing a key role in the UK's transition to electric vehicles.

We're looking for a Project Manager to join Ground Control's growing EV Infrastructure team, supporting the delivery of on-street electric vehicle charging projects across Surrey and West Sussex. This role is about much more than managing programmes. You'll work closely with local authorities, operational teams, contractors and delivery partners to coordinate projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring they're delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Whether your background is in utilities, highways, civils, infrastructure or EV, you'll bring strong project management skills, enjoy solving problems and be confident managing multiple workstreams at once. If you're looking to develop your career within one of the UK's fastest-growing infrastructure sectors, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact.

Why join Ground Control?

• Deliver projects that make a difference – Help shape the UK's EV charging network by managing the successful delivery of on-street infrastructure projects that support the transition to cleaner transport.
• Build strong relationships – Work closely with local authorities, contractors, operational teams and utility partners, becoming a trusted point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Own your projects – Take responsibility for coordinating multiple live projects, balancing programme, quality and stakeholder expectations while ensuring successful delivery.
• Develop your expertise – Whether you're already working in EV infrastructure or bringing experience from utilities, highways or civils, you'll have the opportunity to build your knowledge within a rapidly growing sector.
• Work in a collaborative environment – Join a supportive team where you'll have the autonomy to manage your workload whilst working alongside experienced colleagues who are passionate about delivering great projects.

What we're looking for

• Experience managing construction, infrastructure, utilities, highways, civils or EV projects.
• Experience coordinating multiple concurrent projects or workstreams.
• Strong organisational and project planning skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working with subcontractors and operational delivery teams.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety and CDM principles.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel across Surrey and West Sussex.

Desirable

• Experience delivering public highway or on-street infrastructure projects.
• Experience within EV charging infrastructure.
• Knowledge of Street Works or NRSWA.
• Experience working with local authorities.
• Understanding of utility providers, DNOs or electrical infrastructure.
• SMSTS qualification.
• Civils or electrical background.

Benefits

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience.
• Performance-linked bonus – bonus opportunities aligned to your level and contribution.
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future.
• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work.
• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support.
• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind.
• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing.
• Holiday Buy Scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation. We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.