HV Project Manager

VEV; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VEV is seeking a High Voltage Project Manager to lead HV elements of electrification programs for fleet customers across sectors. You will oversee HV design, grid connections, substations, and turnkey delivery from planning through handover to operations.

The role involves working with DNOs, ICPs, designers and delivery partners to safely bring complex electrical infrastructure into service and ensure regulatory compliance. A full driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in project management, ideally HV electrical infra, grid connections, utilities or EV/renewable sectors.
• Proven track record delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Strong technical understanding of HV infrastructure and its integration with EV charging and renewables.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and oversee HV projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with scope, timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve objectives across departments.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and address issues.
• Provide clear project updates and reporting to stakeholders.
• Oversee HV infrastructure delivery including substations, transformers, switchgear and interfaces.
• Coordinate HV design, connections, energisation plans with DNOs/ICPs and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, standards and policies.
• Promote quality and continuous improvement across the programme.

Skills

Project management

HV electrical infrastructure

Substations

Transformers

Switchgear

Grid connections

DNOs/ICPs coordination

On-site experience

HV safety

Licensed driver

Job description

About VEV

VEV specialises in designing and implementing scaled enterprise fleet solutions. Our expertise lies in optimizing fleets, charging infrastructure, and operations to maximize the benefits of transitioning to sustainable transportation. With a wealth of experience in delivering comprehensive turnkey charging solutions at scale, we are committed to guiding organizations through a seamless transition towards a greener future. If you are passionate about sustainable transportation, innovation, and making a positive impact, we invite you to join us at VEV. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on ground breaking projects, collaborate with industry experts, and drive meaningful change in the world of e-mobility.

About VEV

VEV specialises in designing and implementing scaled enterprise fleet solutions. Our expertise lies in optimizing fleets, charging infrastructure, and operations to maximize the benefits of transitioning to sustainable transportation. With a wealth of experience in delivering comprehensive turnkey charging solutions at scale, we are committed to guiding organizations through a seamless transition towards a greener future. If you are passionate about sustainable transportation, innovation, and making a positive impact, we invite you to join us at VEV. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on ground breaking projects, collaborate with industry experts, and drive meaningful change in the world of e-mobility.

About The Role

As a High Voltage Project Manager at VEV, you will oversee the high voltage (HV) elements of electrification programs tailored to fleet customers across diverse sectors, including buses, logistics, ports, airports, and hubs. Your work will encompass EV, solar, and battery solutions, delivering comprehensive turnkey programs that span design, planning, grid connections and upgrades, HV infrastructure, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover to operations. You will work closely with distribution network operators (DNOs), independent connection providers (ICPs), designers and delivery partners to bring complex electrical infrastructure projects safely into service.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope and within budget
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives, fostering collaboration across departments
• Monitor project performance, track progress, and address risks or issues as they arise
• Communicate project updates, milestones, and outcomes to stakeholders through clear reporting and presentations
• Manage HV specific programme risks, approvals, outages, site safety requirements and readiness for testing, and handover
• Oversee the delivery of HV infrastructure, including substations, transformers, switchgear and associated electrical works, ensuing clear interfaces within the wider EV charging programme
• Coordinate HV design, connection applications, utility interfaces, energisation plans and commissioning activities with DNOs, ICPs and specialist contractors
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations standards, and policies
• Promote adherence to quality standards and implement processes for continuous improvement

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 3 years project management experience, ideally within HV electrical infrastructure, grid connections, utilities, or the electrical vehicle and renewable energy sectors
• Proven expertise in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects
• Strong technical understanding of HV electrical infrastructure, substations, transformers, switchgear, grid connections and their integration with EV charging and renewable energy systems
• Experience delivering HV connections, substations or grid reinforcement projects, including coordination with DNOs, ICPs and specialist electrical contractors
• Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure and deliver tight deadlines
• Hands on site experience and practical technical skills
• Experience working on live construction sites with a strong understanding of HV safety, permit to work processes and coordination with authorised electrical specialists
• Full driving licence required

This job description is intended to give an overview of the role and its main responsibilities. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, requirements or expectations. The successful candidate may be asked to undertake other reasonable tasks in line with the needs of the business, and the role may evolve as VEV grows.

Additional Information

VEV is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Learn more about our existing projects and vision for the future at https://www.vev.com.