Electrical Project Manager - DNO ICP

ASTUTE Technical Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to oversee power and renewables projects across the UK. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in construction or electrical infrastructure, HNC or higher in related engineering, and strong technical understanding of HV/LV equipment. The position offers a competitive salary of £65,000–£80,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, including access to wellbeing tools and enhanced pension contributions.

Benefits

Flexible benefits scheme

Retail and gym discounts

Cycle-to-work incentives

Enhanced pension contributions

Recognition programme with monthly rewards

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years' experience delivering construction or electrical infrastructure projects.
• Background working within NERS-accredited environments.
• Experience managing or installing electrical infrastructure up to 132kV.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical infrastructure works in line with industry regulations.
• Lead projects from post-design through installation to final handover.
• Oversee on-site safety and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Project management

Technical understanding of HV/LV equipment

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Risk management

Education

HNC or higher in Electrical or Civil Engineering

Job description

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with an innovative organisation that delivers complex energy and engineering solutions across major infrastructure projects, utility networks, and critical customer systems. They are now looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Project Manager (DNO/ICP) to join a growing team delivering power and renewables projects across the UK.

The strategically important Electrical Project Manager role offers a competitive salary between 65,000–80,000, depending on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, gym incentives, and enhanced pension and life assurance.

If you're an Electrical Project Manager looking to join a forward‑thinking organisation that puts integrity and people at the centre of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Project Manager role

Reporting to the Construction Manager you will:

• Reviewing technical designs and ensuring projects are ready to progress into construction stages
• Managing electrical infrastructure works in line with industry regulations including DNO standards, technical specifications, and statutory requirements
• Leading projects from post‑design through installation, commissioning, and final handover
• Creating and maintaining programmes of work, including weekly, monthly, and 3‑month lookahead plans
• Identifying risks, constraints, and critical project activities to keep delivery on track
• Overseeing on‑site safety, security, and compliance with HSEQ procedures, CPP, and F10 requirements
• Supporting the wider HSEQ function with RAMS, audits, inspections and compliance documentation
• Carrying out quality assurance across all stages, including pre‑start checks, site inspections, and handover sign‑offs
• Preparing technical documentation, test certification, and reports for project completion
• Leading technical meetings and representing the business with clients, internal teams, and network operators

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• An HNC (or higher) in Electrical or Civil Engineering, or equivalent industry experience
• A minimum of 5 years' experience delivering construction or electrical infrastructure projects
• Background working within NERS‑accredited environments
• Experience managing or installing electrical infrastructure up to 132kV
• Strong technical understanding of HV/LV equipment including switchgear, transformers, generators, and substations
• A thorough understanding of HSE and construction compliance
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
• The ability to manage multiple projects while working under pressure to deadlines

Personal skills

The Electrical Project Manager role would suit someone who is:

• Confident managing complex technical projects from design through delivery
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise competing project demands
• A strong leader who can influence and collaborate with clients, engineers, and site teams
• Proactive in identifying risks, resolving issues, and maintaining project quality and safety standards

Salary and benefits

• Competitive basic salary ranging from 65,000 to 80,000, depending on experience
• Access to remote GP consultations and financial wellbeing support
• Flexible benefits scheme, with options to buy/sell annual leave and access discounted healthcare and tech
• Retail, leisure and gym discounts, plus cycle‑to‑work incentives
• Enhanced pension contributions and life insurance
• Recognition programme with monthly rewards and the chance to earn annual prizes of up to 10,000

INDREN

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government’s Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.