HV Project Manager

Deploy Recruitment Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 101,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Deploy Recruitment Group Ltd in Berkshire and Oxfordshire is recruiting three HV Project Managers to lead high‑voltage distribution projects from 11kV to 132kV. You will oversee pre‑construction, civils and cable installations, ensuring NEC3 Option A delivery, budgets, and compliance with DNO requirements.

You will manage on‑site delivery teams, report progress and risks, conduct site inspections, and coordinate with design, construction and commissioning teams while adhering to SHEQ rules and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering HV distribution projects (11kV–132kV).
• Knowledge of NEC3 Option A and DNO requirements.
• Strong on-site leadership and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead HV distribution projects from 11kV to 132kV, including pre-construction and civils.
• Manage on-site delivery teams, ensuring objectives and timelines are met.
• Report progress and risks to the Senior Project Manager; participate in weekly reviews.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ, CPPs, RAMS and permits.
• Coordinate across design, construction and commissioning disciplines; liaise with DNO and stakeholders.
• Support incident investigations and implement improvements; manage resources.

Skills

HV project management

UK power distribution knowledge

Education

Engineering degree or HND

NRSWA Supervisor qualification

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 will include:

• 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.