Construction Coordinator Team Leader

ENWL; Preston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee rewards portal

Market-leading contributory pension

Employee assistance programme

Professional development through L&D

Job summary

SP Electricity North West is recruiting a Construction Team Leader to oversee the regional Business Connections construction programme, leading Engineers and Coordinators to deliver projects safely, on time, and with a strong focus on customer experience.

You’ll coach and develop the team, manage workloads and risks, build lasting relationships with internal teams and contractors, ensure regulatory compliance and budget discipline, and drive continuous improvement across the function.

Qualifications

• HNC qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience managing electrical distribution and construction projects.
• Ability to mentor junior team members.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage demanding customers and manage expectations.
• Knowledge of relevant technical and regulatory codes of practice.
• Strong health and safety compliance knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to challenging deadlines.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of Engineers and Coordinators to deliver excellent project outcomes.
• Manage the successful delivery of the regional Business Connections construction programme.
• Ensure a seamless customer journey throughout the construction phase of projects.
• Monitor team performance, workload, risks, and project progress, taking action where required.
• Support the resolution of customer enquiries, complaints, and escalations.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, contractors, customers, and stakeholders.
• Identify training and development opportunities to enhance team capability.
• Produce management reports and performance information to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, industry regulations, and company standards.
• Drive commercial performance and support effective budget management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Health and safety

Customer service

Mentoring

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

CPM systems

Job description

SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem.

We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.

Now part of the Iberdrola and Scottish Power group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.

A Fantastic Opportunity: Construction Coordinator Team Leader

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Team Leader to join our Business Connections team.

This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll oversee a team of Engineers and Coordinators, ensuring the successful delivery of customer connections projects while driving exceptional customer service, operational performance, and commercial outcomes. You'll play a key role in shaping the customer journey, supporting the delivery of regional work programmes, and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and achieve their full potential.

If you're passionate about leading people, delivering high-quality construction projects, and making a positive impact on customer experience, we'd love to hear from you.

The successful candidate must, at the start of employment have permission to work in the UK without sponsorship.

As Construction Team Leader, you'll take ownership of the regional Business Connections construction work programme, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with customer expectations.

Working closely with Programme Managers and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, you'll monitor workload demands, identify and mitigate risks, and drive performance across the team. You'll be responsible for fostering a high-performing culture where continuous improvement, accountability, and customer focus are at the heart of everything we do.

A significant part of the role involves leading and developing your team through coaching, mentoring, performance management, and regular one-to-one meetings. You'll help individuals build their skills and confidence while ensuring objectives are achieved and development opportunities are maximised.

You'll also oversee customer enquiries and escalations, ensuring issues are resolved effectively and customer satisfaction remains a key priority throughout the construction phase of every project.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of Engineers and Coordinators to deliver excellent project outcomes.
• Manage the successful delivery of the regional Business Connections construction programme.
• Ensure a seamless customer journey throughout the construction phase of projects.
• Monitor team performance, workload, risks, and project progress, taking action where required.
• Support the resolution of customer enquiries, complaints, and escalations.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, contractors, customers, and stakeholders.
• Identify training and development opportunities to enhance team capability.
• Produce management reports and performance information to support decision‑making.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, industry regulations, and company standards.
• Drive commercial performance and support effective budget management.

What we’re looking for

We're looking for a motivated leader with strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service.

You must hold an HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering and have experience managing electrical distribution or construction projects. You'll be comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment, balancing multiple priorities while supporting and developing a high‑performing team.

You’ll bring a combination of technical expertise, leadership capability, and strong stakeholder management skills, together with the confidence to make decisions, influence others, and drive positive outcomes.

Essential skills and experience

• HNC qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience managing electrical distribution and construction projects.
• Experience of or ability to work as a mentor to more junior team members.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage demanding customers and manage expectations.
• Knowledge of relevant technical and regulatory codes of practice.
• Strong understanding of health and safety compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with great attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to challenging deadlines.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Desirable

• HV Operational Authorisation (SAP) or willingness to work towards achieving it.
• Formal Project Management qualification.
• Experience using MS Project.
• Knowledge of risk and issue management processes.
• Experience with document control systems and processes.
• Familiarity with CPM systems.

What we’re offering

The chance to join a team that plays a critical role in delivering vital customer connections and infrastructure projects. You'll have the chance to lead a talented team, influence business performance, and further develop your leadership and technical expertise within a supportive and forward‑thinking environment.

We value your expertise, in return, you’ll receive:

• An annual bonus scheme
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well‑known brands
• A market‑leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.

If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail].

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre‑employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the nature of this role, the following pre‑employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a medical health screen, a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.