EHV Substation Project Manager (Energy) in Newcastle upon Tyne

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A little more about your role... We have a great opportunity for a Project Manager (HV/EHV) to join our UK Transmission and Distribution (T&D) team. WSP's T&D team delivers electrical power projects at transmission and distribution voltage levels. This role is to project manage pre-construction and construction activities (from design to energisation) for large-scale high voltage infrastructure and grid connections at voltage levels normally between 33kV and 400kV. Our projects would include feasibility, detailed design, procurement, construction, test and commissioning on existing or new substations and associated infrastructure.

What will you do:

• Develop HV and EHV project initial functional requirement into compliant cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Project manage the development and delivery of HV and EHV projects (cable, overhead, plant and civil) to time, cost, safety and quality.
• Interface with customers as well as internal and external resources to develop and deliver HV & EHV projects.
• Undertake the role of CDM Designer and/or Principal Designer for developed HV and EHV projects.
• Effectively communicate with internal engineering and industrial resource.
• Coordinate external service providers and administer commercial.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:

• Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience managing large and complex HV and EHV substation projects throughout the full project lifecycle from feasibility to energisation.
• A strong understanding of electrical transmission and distribution plant items operations, controls and associated systems such as AIS/GIS switchgear, Protection & Control, Power Transformers, Underground power cables and Overhead lines.
• Optioneering - select the most suitable substation configurations (voltage levels, installed and firm capacities) as per functional requirements for the projects.
• Project Management involving the delivery of CAPEX and Customer connection projects at voltages from 33kV to 400kV from project initiation, specification and design, tendering, construction through to project closure.
• Design knowledge of both AIS & GIS substations up to 400kV.
• Knowledge of engineering standards for HV and EHV Plant, substations (including earthing and electrical clearances).
• Excellent understanding of the H&S and CDM requirements for large scale projects.
• An ability to undertake the role of 'Designer' and 'Principal Designer' under the CDM regulations.
• An ability to interpret technical documentation relating to the design of electrical substations.

Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Work-life balance: At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
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• Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most.
• Flex your time: To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
• Your development: We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

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Full time

Posting Date: 2026-07-30