Electrical EHV Project Manager

Crown House Technologies; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering services is seeking an Electrical EHV Project Manager in Birmingham. This role will involve leading complex energy infrastructure projects, managing a skilled team, and ensuring the successful delivery of key National Grid substations. Candidates must be degree qualified in Electrical Engineering and have proven experience in delivering Extra High Voltage projects. This position offers career progression and is ideal for individuals committed to safety and quality in infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience delivering EHV projects (132kV and above).
• Strong commercial and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle: planning, delivery, monitoring and close-out.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Drive performance in safety, quality, and commercial outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Contract Management

Commercial Awareness

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Chartered status (CEng or equivalent)

Job description

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Resourcing Partner - Laing O'Rourke/Crown House technologies

Are you an experienced Electrical Project Manager with a proven track record in delivering complex Extra High Voltage (EHV) infrastructure or power projects?

Would you like to lead one of the UK's most critical energy infrastructure builds...? Then a career at Crown House Technologies is for you.

CHt are delivering two new-build National Grid substations in Margam, Port Talbot, essential projects that will strengthen the resilience and capacity of the UK's power network. We're looking for a high-calibre Electrical Project Manager to take full ownership of this technically complex programme, from mobilisation through to final handover.

This is a career-defining opportunity to lead a skilled team in the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of nationally significant EHV infrastructure.

If you join us, you'll be a valued member of an industry-leading team with access to exciting and varied projects. CHt are committed to training, development, and long-term career opportunities—this role is ideal for someone seeking career progression in the high voltage infrastructure sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle: planning, delivery, monitoring and close-out
• Be the primary client interface with National Grid, ensuring smooth communication and delivery alignment
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, schedules, and risk registers
• Manage and motivate a multi-disciplinary team (engineering, commercial, delivery)
• Drive performance in safety, quality, programme, and commercial outcomes
• Monitor financial progress, manage variations, and ensure cost targets are met
• Coordinate stakeholders: consultants, subcontractors, authorities, and community
• Administer the NEC contract and manage project change effectively
• Champion a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with all regulatory standards
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Chartered status (CEng or equivalent) desirable
• Proven experience delivering Extra High Voltage (EHV) projects (132kV and above)
• Experience with National Grid or DNO (Distribution Network Operator) projects
• Strong commercial and contract management skills (ideally NEC)
• Demonstrated leadership in delivering complex, high-value infrastructure projects
• Excellent communicator, influencer, and problem-solver
  
  

Don't match all the criteria? We are open and always happy to hear from people with transferable skill sets and a commitment to learning so if you'd like to talk about part time or flexible hours we may be able to accommodate this so just let us know.

About Us

Crown House technologies is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.

We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction and Engineering Services

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