HV Project Manager

Deploy Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Deploy Limited is seeking three HV Project Managers for a DNO framework covering Berkshire and Oxfordshire. You will lead HV cable installations (11kV–132kV), pre-construction activities for substations, and civils works, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

Experience in UK power distribution, and qualifications such as a degree or NRSWA are desirable. Roles can be contract (via limited company or CIS) or permanent, based in the Oxfordshire/Berkshire area.

Qualifications

• HV project management experience on 11kV–132kV schemes.
• Knowledge of UK power distribution, substations, cabling and civils.
• Qualifications such as degree/HND or NRSWA Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HV distribution projects safely, efficiently and to NEC3 Option A.
• Lead on-site delivery teams and manage progress, budgets and risks.
• Prepare reports on progress, risks and issues for senior management.
• Coordinate design, construction and commissioning with DNO specifications.

Job description

Deploy has exciting opportunities available with a Tier One contractor, engaged on a Distribution Network Operator (DNO) framework, covering the Berkshire and Oxfordshire areas.

We require three HV Project Managers to lead:

• HV cable installations (11kV - 132kV)
• Pre-construction activities for substation works
• General civils (trenching, ducting etc, in accordance with NRSWA)

Responsibilities

• Safe, efficient delivery of these HV distribution projects, in line with DNO requirements, agreed budgets and legislation, working to NEC3 Option A
• Lead the management of on-site project delivery teams, ensuring objectives and expectations are clearly communicated
• Report on project progress, risks and any other issues to the Senior Project Manager
• Take part in weekly project review meetings
• Ensure adherence to the company's SHEQ rules and processes
• Prepare and review CPPs, RAMS and other required permits
• Carry out regular site inspections to confirm compliance and quality standards, making improvements where necessary
• Assist with incident investigations and the implementation of improvements
• Manage resource allocation, making sure that sufficient labour, plant and materials are available for all projects
• Monitor project progress against agreed timescales and milestones
• Provide cost information to the QS and assist the commercial team
• Coordinate and encourage collaboration in design, construction and commissioning across all disciplines, ensuring compliance with DNO specifications and industry engineering standards
• Liaise with the DNO for all project matters, including energisation works, as well as with other relevant stakeholders, such as local authorities
• Act as an ambassador for the company, maintaining positive relationships with internal and third-party teams

Requirements

• Previous experience as an HV Project Manager, working on schemes between 11kV and 132kV, covering areas such as pre-construction, civils and cable installation
• Demonstrable knowledge of UK power distribution sector, especially in the fields of substations, cabling and civils
• Relevant industry and engineering qualifications (degree, HND or equivalent, NRSWA Supervisor etc)

These are excellent opportunities for HV Project Managers looking for long-term roles on a significant DNO framework. The positions are available on a contract (via limited company or CIS) or permanent basis.