Project Manager - Electricity Supply

We Build Recruitment are now looking to recruit for a Project Manager on behalf of our client, a leading Independent Connection Provider specialising in high-voltage electrical connections.

Role Overview

The role of Project Manager to oversee and deliver connection projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, proven project management expertise, and a deep understanding of ICP operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of connection projects (from 11kV up to 66kV), ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Oversee project design, planning, procurement, and construction activities, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, DNO/IDNO requirements, and health & safety standards.
• Liaise with clients, Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), Independent Distribution Network Operators (IDNOs), and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Plan, lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, including engineers, site managers, and subcontractors, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Manage project risks, budgets, and schedules, proactively identifying and mitigating potential issues.
• Ensure adherence to the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) and all relevant legislation.
• Work closely with the project delivery team and project QS’s, providing weekly progress reports and following internal processes.
• Attending both internal and external project meetings, with DNO’s, clients and the internal delivery team.
• Problem solving decision making, to ensure that projects are run to program.
• Conduct site visits, audits, and quality assurance checks to maintain high standards of delivery.
• Provide technical support and guidance on electrical systems, connections, and commissioning.

Requirements:

Essential

• Proven experience managing projects within an ICP, DNO, or utility contractor environment.
• Strong understanding of HV electrical infrastructure, including substations, cabling, transformers, and switchgear.
• Knowledge of DNO/IDNO standards and regulations, including G99, G100, and ENA Engineering Recommendations.
• Project management expertise, including budget control, scheduling, and risk management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Able to work as part of a team and assist on other projects where required.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of health & safety legislation, including CDM regulations.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent).
• HNC/HND or degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status.