HV & EHV Substation Project Manager (12m Contract)

Advanced Resource Managers; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for a Project Manager to oversee HV and EHV electrical projects. The ideal candidate will manage complex substation projects and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. With at least five years of experience in electrical engineering and knowledge of project management, this role involves delivering projects from feasibility to energization across multiple locations in the UK. This is a contract position for 12 months, and candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience managing large and complex HV/EHV substation projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical transmission/distribution.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HV and EHV projects across various scopes.
• Act as CDM Designer and/or Principal Designer on projects.
• Coordinate internal teams, external providers, and customer interfaces.
• Administer commercial project elements.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering knowledge

H&S and CDM regulations expertise

Education

Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AIS/GIS switchgear

Protection & Control systems

Power Transformers

Underground cables

Overhead lines

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for a Project Manager to oversee HV and EHV electrical projects. The ideal candidate will manage complex substation projects and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. With at least five years of experience in electrical engineering and knowledge of project management, this role involves delivering projects from feasibility to energization across multiple locations in the UK. This is a contract position for 12 months, and candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.