Senior Project Manager

First Recruitment Group; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead pivotal EPC electrical infrastructure projects in the UK. The ideal candidate will have substantial EPC experience, manage financial responsibilities, and ensure compliance across all project phases. This role offers a very competitive salary, car allowance, and excellent benefits including a hybrid working policy.

Benefits

Very competitive salary

Car allowance

Performance-related bonus

25 days holiday + public holidays

Industry-leading pension scheme

Life insurance

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing complex EPC projects.
• Proven success in budget control and profitability.
• Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of high-profile EPC projects.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams including PMs and engineers.
• Ensure timely and compliant execution of all project phases.

Skills

EPC project management

P&L management

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk mitigation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP)

Job description

Overview

Senior Project Manager – EPC | London | Very Competitive Salary + Car Allowance, Bonus, Pension & Excellent Benefits

We are working on behalf of a leading infrastructure and engineering organisation to recruit a highly capable Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in EPC delivery. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead critical UK-based electrical infrastructure projects from concept through to commissioning. Based in London, the successful candidate will take ownership of project delivery across multidisciplinary teams with full P&L accountability. This is a high-impact role ideal for a proven leader who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of high-profile EPC electrical infrastructure projects across the UK
• Ensure safe, timely, and compliant execution of all project phases from tendering to final handover
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams, including PMs, engineers, and site supervisors
• Take full responsibility for project P&L, financial forecasting, budget control, and cost optimisation
• Oversee contract strategy, procurement processes, and commercial negotiations
• Ensure adherence to CDM regulations, NEC/FIDIC contract frameworks, and internal governance
• Act as the primary stakeholder interface for clients, subcontractors, and regulatory bodies
• Guide project planning, engineering design reviews, and construction execution strategies
• Monitor and track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Maintain on-site presence throughout construction and commissioning phases
• Ensure all activities align with quality, environmental, and safety standards

Candidate Requirements

• Substantial experience managing complex EPC projects
• Strong P&L management capability with proven success in budget control and profitability
• Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional project teams across the full project lifecycle
• Excellent contract management knowledge, including NEC and FIDIC frameworks
• Skilled in procurement, stakeholder engagement, and risk mitigation
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and construction safety standards
• Proficiency in managing engineering inputs, material schedules, and project logistics
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies specific to electrical infrastructure
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP) is desirable

What’s on Offer

• Very competitive base salary
• Car allowance and performance-related bonus
• 25 days holiday + public holidays + 3 additional days via purchase scheme
• Industry-leading contributory pension scheme (up to 10%)
• Life insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and health benefits
• Hybrid working policy (office/site flexibility depending on project needs)
• Professional development support for qualifications and memberships

Location

London – with UK-wide project travel as required

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Apply Now – This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in the UK's energy infrastructure transition. For a confidential discussion and further details, please get in touch directly.

This vacancy is being advertised by a recruitment consultancy on behalf of the end client. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.