HV Project Manager

Astute People; Northampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

On-call allowance

Training and development

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Astute People is partnering with a leading utility-scale renewables business to recruit an HV Project Manager (HV SAP) for its hybrid UK-based operations, with office attendance required twice per month in Berkshire.

The HV Project Manager (HV SAP) role offers a salary up to £60k, on-call remuneration, hybrid working, ongoing training and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current HV Senior Authorised Person (SAP) authorisation would be an advantage.
• Extensive experience working on high-voltage electrical networks.
• Strong HV background (HV AP/SAP).
• Experience managing HV contractors and remedial projects.
• Sound knowledge of Distribution Safety Rules (DSRs), ESQCR and Electricity at Work Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage HV remedial works and fault rectification across a nationwide portfolio of renewable energy assets.
• Act as a Senior Authorised Person (SAP), controlling and carrying out HV switching operations on solar and battery energy storage sites.
• Review and approve switching schedules, permits and RAMS.
• Manage and coordinate HV subcontractors, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
• Mentor and support the development of internal HV Authorised Persons.
• Work closely with portfolio management teams to coordinate remedial works and project delivery.
• Develop and implement HV best practice, processes and continual improvements.
• Carry out quality inspections, audits and safety reviews.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and clients.
• Participate in the out-of-hours HV Control Engineer rota (1 week in 3), with additional remuneration.

Skills

HV switching

Contractor management

Project coordination

Technical judgement

Education

HV Senior Authorised Person (SAP)

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a leading utility-scale renewable energy business to recruit an HV Project Manager (HV SAP) for its hybrid UK-based operations, with office attendance required twice per month in Berkshire.

The HV Project Manager (HV SAP) role comes with a salary up to £60k plus additional on-call remuneration, hybrid working, ongoing training and development, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities and duties of the HV Project Manager (HV SAP) role

Reporting to the HV Services Manager you will:

• Manage HV remedial works and fault rectification across a nationwide portfolio of renewable energy assets.
• Act as a Senior Authorised Person (SAP), controlling and carrying out HV switching operations on solar and battery energy storage sites.
• Review and approve switching schedules, permits and RAMS.
• Manage and coordinate HV subcontractors, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
• Mentor and support the development of internal HV Authorised Persons.
• Work closely with portfolio management teams to coordinate remedial works and project delivery.
• Develop and implement HV best practice, processes and continual improvements.
• Carry out quality inspections, audits and safety reviews.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and clients.
• Participate in the out-of-hours HV Control Engineer rota (1 week in 3), with additional remuneration.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Current HV Senior Authorised Person (SAP) authorisation would be an advantage
• Extensive experience working on high-voltage electrical networks.
• Strong HV background (HV AP/SAP).
• Experience managing HV contractors and remedial projects.
• Sound knowledge of Distribution Safety Rules (DSRs), ESQCR and Electricity at Work Regulations.
• Competent using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and MS Project

Personal skills

The HV Project Manager (HV SAP) role would suit someone who is:

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• A strong problem solver with excellent technical judgement.
• An effective communicator with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and quality.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment.

Salary and benefits of the HV Project Manager (HV SAP) role

• Salary £60k DoE
• Additional on-call allowance.
• Hybrid working.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Comprehensive company benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a growing portfolio of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects.
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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.