Electrical Manager

Smart4 Energy; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Employer pension contribution

Regular staff events

Job summary

A leading energy services provider is searching for an HV Operations Manager to lead and develop their HV operations. The role demands strong leadership and the ability to build client relationships, while ensuring project success and delivering innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in HV operations, a degree in engineering or business, and excellent problem-solving skills. The position offers career progression opportunities in a dynamic environment, along with a supportive benefits package.

Qualifications

• A degree in engineering, business, or a related discipline or equivalent operational/technical experience.
• At least three years’ experience in HV Operations.
• Strong operational background in HV inspection and monitoring practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop business opportunities with existing clients.
• Lead project discussions and provide guidance.
• Manage project risks and client expectations.
• Ensure project commercials are accurate.

Skills

HV Operations experience

Leadership skills

Relationship-building skills

Problem-solving ability

Knowledge of HV inspection and monitoring

Education

Degree in engineering or business

Tools

HV installation and testing equipment

Job description

Are you passionate about the future of the energy sector and keen to make a real impact in HV Operations?

We’re looking for an HV Operations Manager to help shape and grow our client’s HV Operations offering.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key leadership role within a fast-paced, competitive, and highly respected part of the industry, where your expertise and ideas will genuinely make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop business opportunities with existing clients, while reviewing and shaping future pipeline plans
• Lead early-stage project discussions with clients, providing clear guidance from a design and delivery perspective
• Work closely with the Business Development team to develop opportunities with new clients
• Act as a senior escalation point for clients, ensuring satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
• Support project teams by leading negotiations on variations, extensions of time, and escalations in a collaborative and solutions-focused way
• Keep clients fully informed during tender and validation stages, ensuring transparency around costs, programmes, and lead times
• Work closely with clients at LOI/LNTP stage to manage expectations and ensure key project dates and deliverables are achievable
• Lead and support a team of project managers, commercial managers, and lead engineers
• Review regular reports to monitor performance, progress, and risks across projects
• Make informed decisions on project programmes and resource allocation where required
• Attend key client meetings, principal meetings, internal project meetings, and weekly reviews to ensure alignment and momentum
• Work collaboratively with supporting departments including safety, procurement, quality, and planning
• Report project performance to the Managing Director
• Actively manage project risks alongside project teams
• Escalate site issues where necessary to the Operations Director or Regional Operations Manager
• Ensure project commercials are accurate, and all agreed processes are followed
• Be heavily involved in subcontractor appointments to avoid scope gaps
• Review contract documentation prior to signing, ensuring clarity on programme, milestones, scope, and risk
• Support the Operations Director/Manager in ensuring appropriate labour and project teams are in place for the duration of the project
• Take overall accountability for project success alongside the Project Manager

Key Skills, Attributes & Experience

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• A degree in engineering, business, or a related discipline — or equivalent operational/technical experience
• At least three years’ experience in HV Operations, with a strong operational background
• In-depth knowledge of HV inspection and monitoring practices, technologies, and client requirements
• Proven experience driving innovation and improvement
• Strong leadership experience within HV Operations
• Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to work confidently with clients and industry peers
• A proactive, curious, and confident approach to problem-solving and opportunity creation
• Experience in cable pull-in services
• Experience in EHV/HV/LV installation, termination, and testing up to 235kV

Company Benefits

• Work in a dynamic and innovative environment where your ideas are valued
• Clear opportunities for career progression and leadership development
• Regular staff events to connect and unwind as a team
• Employer pension contribution to support your long-term future