EHV Cabling Project Leader (UK Wide)

United Living Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days annual leave (incl. holidays)

Pension scheme

Private medical cover

Life insurance 3x base salary

Professional development

Job summary

United Infrastructure POWER T&D is seeking an accomplished Project Manager to lead and deliver large EHV cabling projects UK-wide, focusing on time, cost and safety. You will collaborate with National Grid, SSE, SPENW and other network operators, and manage cross-functional teams to achieve programme milestones.

We offer a competitive salary, 34 days leave, a pension, private medical cover and life insurance, plus ongoing professional development within a global energy environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience leading and managing projects and project teams on EHV/HV to 132kV Cabling Projects through all phases of design, construction, commissioning and close out.
• Experience working with National Grid, SSE, SPENW and other Cabling Transmission and Distribution Network Operators.
• Knowledge of street works, permit submission requirements and liaison with local authorities.
• Experience managing design requirements for cabling projects including commercial budgets.
• Proven ability to build strong client and subcontractor relationships.
• Understanding of Engineering Principals and CDM principles.
• Commercial understanding including NEC forms of contract.
• Knowledge of cabling installation techniques and relevant standards.
• Familiarity with NG/SSE/SPENW Technical Standards and procedures.
• Hold a full driving licence.
• Ability to produce negative Drug and Alcohol test results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of win plans for strategic bids and tenders.
• Responsible for the successful delivery of all stages of assigned projects to meet key programme milestones and mobilise new projects.
• Approve scope of works, plans and estimates for each project element.
• Ensure project controls (PMP, QA/QC, CPP) and monthly reporting are prepared and presented.
• Plan, programme, risk & change management, and cash flow across the project.
• Allocate resources effectively and optimise delivery while resolving conflicts.
• Promote SHE leadership and a strong safety culture across delivery teams.
• Maintain quality standards and ensure NEC contract compliance with subcontractors.
• Manage Programme of Works, Quality Plan and Project Risk Register.
• Adhere to company values and standards and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental policies.

Skills

EHV/HV cabling

Project leadership

Programme & planning management

Stakeholder management

Budget control

Safety leadership

NEC Contract knowledge

Driving licence

Drugs and alcohol testing

Job description

United Infrastructure POWER T&D is seeking an accomplished Project Manager to lead and deliver large EHV cabling projects UK-wide, focusing on time, cost and safety. You will collaborate with National Grid, SSE, SPENW and other network operators, and manage cross-functional teams to achieve programme milestones.

We offer a competitive salary, 34 days leave, a pension, private medical cover and life insurance, plus ongoing professional development within a global energy environment.