Construction Project Development Manager

National Grid; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy organization as a Construction Project Development Manager. In this role, you'll lead a team dedicated to the development of overhead lines and substations, ensuring compliance and safety. Enjoy a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a range of benefits while contributing to the UK's critical infrastructure.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus 8 statutory days

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits including share incentive plan

Family care benefits

Qualifications

• Solid engineering background in pre-construction development.
• Experience in leading skilled project teams.
• Excellent understanding of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-construction development for major capital works on OHL and substations.
• Manage project scopes, oversee surveys, and tender contracts.
• Champion safety and compliance throughout project stages.

Skills

Engineering background

Team leadership

Health & Safety understanding

Project management

Education

NEBOSH certification

Job description

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Construction Project Development Manager

Location:

GB

Division: Commercial and Portfolio - OHL & Cables

Job Type: Full Time

Requisition Number: 67689

Department: Electricity Transmission - Operations

Job Function: Engineering

Help shape the future of the UK’s critical national infrastructure.

Are you ready to take the lead on complex, high-value projects that power the country? We’re looking for 2 x Construction Project Development Managers to drive the development of our overhead lines (OHL) portfolio and make a real impact from day one. Flexible on based location in England/Wales with hybrid working.

In this pivotal position, you’ll be at the forefront of pre-construction development for major capital works on OHL, substations, and cables including contracts for tower painting and vegetation management. You’ll join a dynamic, diverse team that values collaboration, innovation, and delivering excellence.

As our centre of excellence for early-stage project development, you will lead a skilled team of development engineers managing all pre-construction activity. You’ll develop project scopes, oversee surveys, materials planning, and the tendering of contracts alongside EPC Project Managers. You’ll ensure quality plans, financial approvals, and governance are in place to transition projects seamlessly into delivery. Throughout every stage, you’ll champion safety and compliance to the highest standards.

Must haves:

• A solid engineering background in pre-construction development.
• Experience of leading a team.
• Excellent understanding of Health & Safety, CDM regulations
• NEBOSH certification.
• Experience working on overhead lines and cables.
• A track record of managing multiple skilled project teams.

Pay and Benefits

• £72,000 to £80,000 pa + up to 30% Bonus opportunity + Excellent benefits package.
• Enhanced holiday package - 28 days annual leave plus 8 statutory days.
• The option to buy additional or sell holiday days.
• Generous contributory pension scheme - we will double-match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. Totalling 18%.
• Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, exam fees and time off for study leave – relevant to your role.
• Access to flexible benefits such as an annual discounted share save, share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.
• Family care benefits including a back-up care service for when your usual care arrangements fall through (six paid days each year as standard with the option to purchase further days).
• Access to apps which support health, fitness and wellbeing.

Why Join Us?
This is more than a job—it’s your chance to be part of an organisation that keeps the lights on for millions. You’ll find asupportive, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued and your growth is a priority.

Ready to take the next step?
If you’re passionate about delivering complex infrastructure and leading high-performing teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us build a better, more resilient energy future.