HV Project Manager

OCU; Neath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

OCU Energy is seeking an experienced HV Project Manager to lead delivery of high-voltage electrical and energy infrastructure projects from planning through to completion. The role covers BESS, substations, underground cabling and associated M&E works, coordinating DNOs, ICPs, clients and delivery teams.

The successful candidate will manage programme, budgets and resources, ensuring safety and quality across multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading HV/electrical infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of HV and energy infrastructure projects safely, on time and within budget.
• Manage scope, programme, resources, budgets and commercial performance across the lifecycle.
• Deliver projects including BESS, HV substations, underground cabling and M&E packages.
• Coordinate multiple contractors, subcontractors and specialist teams on live projects.
• Develop project programmes using P6 and implement recovery plans when needed.
• Maintain relationships with clients, DNOs, ICPs, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Skills

HV project management

Stakeholder management

Scheduling & budgeting

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related

PRINCE2 or equivalent

Tools

P6

MS Project

Job description

Description

OCU Energy is looking for an experienced HV Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of high voltage electrical and energy infrastructure projects from planning through to completion.

Application Deadline: 22 November 2026

Department: OCU Connect

Location: Neath

Description

OCU Energy is looking for an experienced HV Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of high voltage electrical and energy infrastructure projects from planning through to completion.

The role will involve managing complex HV projects across the energy and utilities sector, with responsibility for programme, commercial performance, resources, contractors, stakeholders and overall project delivery.

You will work across a range of projects including BESS, substations, underground cabling and associated electrical and M&E infrastructure, working closely with DNOs, ICPs, clients and delivery teams.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing part of OCU Energy, with a strong pipeline of secured work and significant opportunities for progression.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of HV and energy infrastructure projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Manage project scope, programme, resources, budgets and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Deliver projects involving BESS, HV substations, underground cabling, M&E packages and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Manage and coordinate multiple contractors, subcontractors and specialist delivery teams across live projects.
• Develop and manage project programmes using P6, monitoring progress and implementing recovery plans where required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, DNOs, ICPs, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Provide effective technical and operational oversight across HV electrical works, including substations, switchgear, transformers and associated infrastructure.
• Identify, manage and mitigate project risks, ensuring appropriate controls are in place throughout delivery.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reporting and records while ensuring compliance with company procedures, contractual requirements and relevant legislation

Essential

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within HV, electrical, energy, utilities or infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience delivering high voltage electrical infrastructure, ideally within the 33kV–132kV environment.
• Experience working on substations, underground cabling, BESS or major electrical infrastructure projects.
• Experience working within DNO, ICP, utilities or major construction environments.
• Proven experience managing contractors, subcontractors and multiple project stakeholders.
• Strong programme and project management capability.
• Experience using P6 or similar project planning software.
• Strong understanding of project budgets, commercial performance, risk and programme management.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced project environment.

Desirable

• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Project Management qualification such as PRINCE2 or equivalent.
• Experience working on BESS/EESS projects.
• Experience with 132kV substations and associated grid connection works.
• Experience working across electrical, M&E and civils interfaces.
• HV Authorised Person experience or a strong understanding of HV operational requirements.
• Experience working directly with DNOs and ICPs.

To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to join our team, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment and interview process is, by emailing [e-mail].