EHV Substation Project Manager (Energy)

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee high voltage electrical projects. This role involves managing complex HV and EHV projects from feasibility through to energisation, ensuring compliance with safety and engineering standards. You will collaborate with a diverse team and interface with clients to deliver innovative solutions. The company promotes a culture of inclusivity and offers flexible working arrangements, making it an ideal workplace for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the engineering sector. If you're passionate about driving projects that shape the future, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Health & Wellbeing programs

Flexible working arrangements

Gymflex scheme

Personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing large HV and EHV substation projects.
• Strong understanding of transmission and distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage HV and EHV projects from design to energisation.
• Develop engineering solutions that meet project requirements.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Engineering

HV and EHV systems

Communication Skills

Safety and Compliance

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Project Management Software

CAD Software

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

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:

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

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

1. Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering.
2. Experience managing large and complex HV and EHV substation projects throughout the full project lifecycle from feasibility to energisation.
3. 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.
4. Optioneering - select the most suitable substation configurations (voltage levels, installed and firm capacities) as per functional requirements for the projects.
5. 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.
6. Design knowledge of both AIS & GIS substations up to 400kV.
7. Knowledge of engineering standards for HV and EHV Plant, substations (including earthing and electrical clearances).
8. Excellent understanding of the H&S and CDM requirements for large scale projects.
9. An ability to undertake the role of ‘Designer’ and ‘Principal Designer’ under the CDM regulations.
10. 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.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and . With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

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.

Inclusivity

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing to create a culture of and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

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.

Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

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.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of , , , , , reassignment, or belief, marital status, or maternity/paternity. As a Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.