Electric Project Manager

Leep Utilities; Reading; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Leep Utilities is seeking an Electric Project Manager to oversee the installation of electrical infrastructure across projects in the Greater London and Thames Valley area. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in project management within utility environments, strong stakeholder management skills, and a commitment to safety and compliance. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Holiday Entitlement

Bonuses

Car Allowance

Pension

Health Plan

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Support for Professional Development

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Project Management or Team Supervision within ICP, IDNO, or DNO environments.
• Strong background in HV and LV network design and construction.
• Experience working within budgets and proficiency with digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe, compliant installation of electrical infrastructure.
• Manage projects within the capital budget, ensuring compliance with financial standards.
• Provide timely project status reports for performance monitoring.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Financial Acumen

Health & Safety Management

Leadership

Job description

Department: Operations

Reports to: Head of Project Delivery

Salary: up to £57K DOE

Location: Working on projects based in the Greater London and Thames Valley area

The Opportunity

The Electric Project Manager (PM) is responsible for overseeing the safe, compliant installation of electrical infrastructure, focusing on quality and adherence to design parameters, legislation, and Codes of Practice. The PM will serve as a single point of contact for post-sales and pre-adoption activities for LEEP's contracted customers and stakeholders.

The PM is accountable for all aspects of the Delivery phase, including SHE, CDM, Design compliance, Approval, Programme Forecasting & Integrity, Financial Control, Sub-contractor Management, Defect Management, and Asset handover.

General Responsibilities

• Ensure personal and team health and safety, complying with UK SHE legislation and regulations
• Follow all Leep SHEQ policies and procedures
• Promote Leep Utilities' core values in all decisions and actions
• Identify and suggest process improvements to the UK Head of Project Delivery
• Adhere to the team’s Table of Accountability (ToA) and RACI matrix
• Escalate issues promptly through the correct channels
• Assist in budget-setting and forecasting for connections growth and training needs
• Support daily business needs related to safe, compliant, and efficient project delivery
• Provide timely project status reports for performance monitoring and SLT updates

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Ensure BAU Electric Projects are delivered per Leep’s processes and procedures
• Ensure third-party project design activities are completed by accredited parties and properly documented
• Manage projects within the capital budget, ensuring compliance with financial and regulatory standards
• Maintain financial controls, including purchase orders, invoice reviews, and variance reporting
• Conduct regular site audits, managing issues and defects to resolution
• Coordinate with stakeholders for asset handover, documentation, and compliance
• Provide operational support to the Head of Project Delivery as needed
• Ensure assets meet industry standards

About You

• Proven Experience: 5+ years in Project Management or Team Supervision within ICP, IDNO, or DNO environments, with a strong background in HV and LV network design and construction, including contestable works and IDNO processes.
• Technical and Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of multi-utility asset standards, NJUG guidelines, electricity regulatory standards, and legal documentation for project delivery. Knowledge of health & safety management and audits.
• Leadership and Communication: Confident stakeholder manager with excellent communication skills, experienced in developing and managing personnel to meet strategic and operational goals.
• Financial and Digital Skills: Demonstrated financial acumen, experience working within budgets, and proficiency with digital tools and reporting.

Your Development and Benefits

We prioritize stable growth and our people. Our benefits include competitive salary, holiday entitlement, bonuses, car allowance, pension, health plan, holiday purchase scheme, social events, and support for professional development.

Our Values

Safety, Customer, Promise, Accountability, Reliability, Respect, Flexibility

Equal Opportunities

Leep Utilities is committed to equality and diversity. We provide accommodations during the application process upon request.