Electrical Major Projects Manager (South)

-; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead major electrical infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will manage a multifunctional team for installations up to 132kV. Key responsibilities include ensuring safety standards, managing budgets, and supporting business development initiatives. This role offers competitive benefits and a supportive working environment to enhance employee well-being and recognition.

Benefits

Flexible lifestyle benefits platform

Financial wellbeing assistance

Cycle-to-work scheme

High-street discounts

Qualifications

• Strong track record in managing installation and commissioning of major electrical projects.
• Proven knowledge of electrical network standards and procedures up to 132kV.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project and construction teams.
• Deliver successful installation of electrical systems up to 132kV.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules for all operations.
• Produce and report on project progress and costs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Risk Management

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Management qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Major Project Manager - Electrical Infrastructure (up to 132kV)

Main Purpose of Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of electrical infrastructure projects ranging from LV through to 132kV, with an annual portfolio value of circa £20m.

You will manage a multifunctional team of project managers, site managers, commercial staff, planners, and construction teams to ensure the safe, timely, and cost‑effective installation and commissioning of major projects. The role also involves engaging with clients, DNOs, TNOs, IDNOs, manufacturers, and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery in line with industry standards.

In addition to delivery responsibilities, you will contribute to business development, tendering support, and innovation initiatives to improve safety, quality, project margins, and timescales.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage directly employed and subcontracted project and construction teams.
• Deliver successful installation and commissioning of electrical systems up to and including 132kV, ensuring projects meet milestones, budgets, and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with ESM and third‑party safety rules for all operations.
• Manage project programmes, monitor progress, and report on costs, risks, and performance.
• Approve and monitor third‑party construction scopes and programmes to ensure timely, safe, and cost‑effective delivery.
• Control and communicate variations to scope and associated costs.
• Produce accurate and timely monthly progress reports.
• Support business development and tendering teams with estimates and proposals.
• Oversee training, competence, authorisation, and auditing of operational and construction resources.
• Liaise with DNOs, TNOs, IDNOs, and private network operators to agree responsibilities, scope, and compliance.
• Ensure contestable works meet DNO/TNO standards and witness commissioning where required.
• Promote and lead a strong Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) culture across all project phases.

Job Context & Key Challenges

• Delivering a portfolio of major projects with responsibility for safety, budget, KPIs, and customer satisfaction.
• Leading by example on safety during all electrical construction and installation activities.
• Managing a team of ~6 direct employees and multiple subcontractors while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Ensuring construction/installation activities meet budget, timeline, and system requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum HNC (Level 4) in Electrical Engineering (Degree desirable).
• Proven knowledge of electrical network standards, policies, and procedures up to 132kV.
• Strong track record in managing installation and commissioning of major electrical projects.
• Demonstrable leadership and management skills (minimum team size 5).
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Commercially astute with experience in cost and risk management.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Management qualification.
• Experience in business development and tendering support.

Personal Characteristics

• Supportive team player, able to engage both technical and commercial stakeholders.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and enthusiastic leader.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent influencing and communication skills, confident engaging at all levels.
• Adaptable, versatile, and committed to learning and knowledge‑sharing.
• Skilled in problem‑solving, value engineering, and delivering cost‑effective solutions.

Benefits

Our market‑leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household, so you can get expert advice by video or phone without leaving your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme, allowing you to access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee, and competitive loans. When you join us, you'll receive a link to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices, where you can purchase up to five extra days' holiday each year, buy critical illness insurance, receive dental treatment, or purchase technology products at an affordable cost. You also gain access to high‑street discounts from thousands of well‑known retailers, gyms, and more through our MiDeals platform, and we have a cycle‑to‑work scheme. Life cover of up to four times your salary is available, along with enhanced pension contributions, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie). We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work; cash prizes are available each month, with a chance to win a top prize of £10,000 at the end of the year.

EEO and Diversity Statement

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make any reasonable adjustments, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing Cory Ambler at [e-mail].

About Mitie

Since 1987, Mitie's 76,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites, hospitals and schools.

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